ABOUT YOUR ORGANISATION

Law Access assists some of the most vulnerable people in WA, who would otherwise be unable to obtain legal assistance.

We receive requests for assistance from all over the State, and in all areas of the law, and match those who will most benefit from legal assistance, with lawyers willing to provide pro bono assistance.

Law Access allows scarce pro bono resources to be utilised in the most effective way possible, benefiting both applicants and the legal profession.

For more information on Law Access visit our website at: lawaccess.org.au.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The successful applicant will be involved in the following primary activities:

• Assess applications for assistance, including gathering necessary information, analysing legal merit and considering suitability for referral.
• Liaise with applicants regarding their applications (by phone and correspondence).
• Refer applicants to other agencies for assistance when referral for pro bono legal assistance is not appropriate.
• Arrange for the referral of appropriate matters to firms / barristers.
• Supervise student interns, secondee lawyers and other volunteers with casework tasks.
• Work collaboratively with other stakeholders to facilitate projects relevant to the Law Access vision and purpose.

ABOUT YOU

The successful applicant will possess:

• Thorough understanding of the provision of pro bono services and the legal assistance sector,
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and sound judgement,
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills including:
  • ability to communicate with vulnerable people including explaining legal concepts in a simple and succinct manner, and
  • ability to engage with professional stakeholders including pro bono lawyers and barristers, and community legal centres,

• Sound computer literacy and ability to adapt to new systems quickly,
• Organised and systematic approach to office and work duties.

The successful applicant will be admitted as a lawyer in WA and possess (or be able to acquire) an unrestricted practicing certificate. Experience in multiple areas of law is desirable, with particular preference given to applicants with experience in areas of law where Law Access does accept applications and try to place matters for pro bono assistance (see our website for more information on areas of law).

ADDITIONAL BENEFITS

Law Access has a flexible workplace and work-hours policy and offers NFP salary packaging. The workplace is accessible and relaxed.

This position is a 12mth contract, with the potential to extend (subject to funding).