As a Civil Lawyer, you will provide legal advice, representation, and holistic support to women across Central Australia, including those facing domestic and family violence, housing insecurity, financial abuse, employment issues, and interconnected civil matters.
More specifically, your responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Providing legal advice, representation, and referrals across areas including family law, domestic violence, tenancy, and employment
- Representing clients in courts and tribunals, including as a duty lawyer
- Collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to deliver holistic, trauma-informed support
- Participating in outreach work, including occasional remote travel
- Delivering community legal education and building legal literacy
- Building partnerships and engaging with community-based organisations
- Participating in law reform and advocacy projects
- Maintaining legal files, reports, and administrative compliance
- Undertaking professional development and contributing to internal staff training
This role is challenging and meaningful in equal measure, and CAWLS provides strong support structures to ensure your ongoing wellbeing and growth.
What You'll Bring
To qualify, you will need to hold (or be eligible to hold) a Practising Certificate in the Northern Territory. Ideally, you will also bring a minimum of 2 years' post-admission experience in civil law, community legal services, domestic and family violence matters, or a related legal practice area.
Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:
- Experience or strong interest in domestic and family violence and civil law matters
- Confidence working alongside First Nations women and culturally diverse communities
- Understanding of trauma-informed and culturally safe legal practice
- Strong advocacy, legal research, and client relationship skills
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary environments
As our ideal candidate, you will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, along with empathy, resilience, emotional intelligence, and a genuine commitment to social justice and gender equality. You will thrive in a collaborative environment and demonstrate a reflective approach to wellbeing and trauma-informed practice.
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Civil Lawyer CAWLS in Alice Springs employer: NTCOSS
YWCA Australia is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the well-being of its employees while making a meaningful impact in the community. With flexible working arrangements, generous benefits such as additional leave and relocation assistance, and a strong commitment to professional development, YWCA fosters an environment where team members can thrive both personally and professionally. Located in Darwin, this role provides a unique opportunity to engage with diverse communities and champion social justice in a vibrant and culturally rich setting.
