We exist so that rights are known and acted upon and communities are fairer.

ARC Justice is an independent, for-purpose, human rights organisation that incorporates the Loddon Campaspe Community Legal Centre, the Goulburn Valley Community Legal Centre and Housing Justice. We have offices in Bendigo and Shepparton and work with people in regional and rural Victoria who experience disadvantage relating to their housing, family, relationship, consumer, economic, social and civil rights.

About the role

We’re looking for a motivated, purpose-driven Senior Lawyer to join our team to help provide access to justice through our Family Advocacy and Support Services (FASS) program. In this role, you’ll help vulnerable community members with family law issues, with a focus on those affected by family violence. You’ll help to coordinate and deliver FASS duty lawyer services at either the Bendigo or Shepparton Federal Circuit Courts and provide casework and advice to priority clients. Your work will be holistic, offering wrap-around legal services to fully support clients. Join us at ARC Justice and help us make a real-world impact.

What you bring:

• Experience providing legal advice, casework and representation primarily in family law including representing clients at the Family Dispute Resolution Service and various court events including urgent applications
• Exceptional interpersonal skills
• Ability to engage with people who have complex vulnerabilities including trauma
• A commitment to access to justice and equity principles
• Experience networking and building relationships with a broad range of organisations and stakeholders

What's in it for you?

• Full-time or part-time opportunity
• Based at either our Bendigo or Shepparton office
• NFP salary packaging
• Five weeks annual leave and additional leave between Christmas and New Year
• 17.5% leave loading
• Individual development plan tailored to your professional needs
• Collaborative and inclusive team culture
• Join at an exciting time of significant growth and regeneration

Next steps

Click Apply Now and follow the prompts to submit your application. 

This newly created role is available immediately.

Applications close on the advertised closing date however applications will be assessed upon receipt.

For a confidential conversation about this role and to explore your fit for this opportunity contact (Dr) Rebecca Edwards, Director Legal Practice on 03 5445 0909.

ARC Justice recognises that social and cultural diversity is an integral and valuable component of Australian Society. We acknowledge and respect cultural differences and embrace diversity within our organisation and the communities in which we work.

ARC Justice acknowledges First Nations people as the traditional and current custodians of the land upon which we work. We respect that this land always was and always will be Aboriginal land. Aboriginal sovereignty has never been ceded. We pay our respects to Elders past and present, as well as all Aboriginal people who have fought and continue to fight for equality, self-determination, culture, country and community.

ARC Justice is a child-safe organisation and is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all children and young people.

A position description is attached.