• Full time Lawyer
  
• Based in Toowoomba
  
• Competitive salary packaging available

TASC was founded in 1982 as a small legal service for disadvantaged people. Today TASC is the largest regional Community Legal Service in Queensland and is known for its innovative delivery of legal, advocacy and social services across the south-west of the State. In particular, TASC's holistic provision of legal and advocacy services, as well as our robust commitment to community education and development, has seen TASC considered by many as a model for the future delivery of services to the most vulnerable and marginalised members of our community.

The Position

This role provides consultation on a broad range of family law issues including children's matters and domestic violence. The position will offer targeted legal advice on site, as well as at outreach locations, and referrals and resources. You will work under supervision, undertake, support and oversee family law casework and referrals, whilst developing and delivering education resources to clients and community members to assist those in need. You will assist to collect data and monitor and evaluate casework and actively contribute to the ongoing marketing and profiling of TASC. You will work collaboratively with other professionals within TASC as well as foster relationships with other related service providers.

The Lawyer

We are seeking:

• Admission or eligible for immediate admission as a Lawyer in Queensland, and eligible for a current practicing certificate.
• Family Law experience of at least 2+ years post admission, particularly with Court work in children's matters and domestic violence.
• Proven ability to work effectively independently, and within the team environment.
• Demonstrated exceptional oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
• High level skills in problem solving and legal research.
• Willingness to participate in community legal education and law reform activities.
• A commitment to professional development, and a willingness to expand knowledge and skills
• Strong commitment to the principles of social justice including a proven ability to appropriately communicate with vulnerable and marginalised clients.

The role is based in Toowoomba however you will be required to travel between TASC offices from time to time. You must hold or be immediately eligible to obtain a yellow card based on mandatory criminal history screening, and hold unrestricted QLD driver's license.

Why Work With Us?

TASC offers flexibility and family friendly work hours, salary packaging options that you can only get working for a not for profit and the opportunity to make a difference in people's lives. You are not measured by your billable units, but rather by the impact you have for those who are disadvantaged or marginalised.