Marrickville Legal Centre (MLC) warmly congratulates one of our solicitors, Tu Le, who was Tuesday night awarded the overall winner in the 40 Under 40 Most Influential Asian Australian Awards.  Ms Le joined MLC in 2019 and has been a champion of diversity and inclusion, both within the organisation and in how MLC engages with its community. She has been instrumental in community initiatives like managing a state-wide legal service for exploited migrant workers, enriching access to justice by upskilling migrant community leaders in discrimination and employment law, embedding MLC in Addi Road’s Racism Not Welcome campaign, and most recently connecting survivors of domestic, family, and sexual violence to legal assistance. Vasili Maroulis, MLC’s Managing Principal Solicitor, reveals the delight of MLC’s team at the national recognition of Ms Le’s steadfast commitment to community and improving access to justice for all. Mr Maroulis shares, “We are all incredibly proud of our colleague Tu for winning such a prestigious award, and it couldn’t have gone to a more deserving candidate.â€Â MLC is a proudly diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects and contributes to the diverse community in which we work to improve the lives of people experiencing disadvantage. 

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Figure 1: MLC staff commit to the Racism Not Welcome campaign (L-R Codie Croasdale, Kayleigh Yap, Luisa Johnson, Kristen Tsiamis, Chris Anderson, Justin Abi-Daher, Nicholas Taradilis, Maeve Redmond, Harrison Hendriks, Tu Le)

 

MLC recognises the systemic issues within society that create direct barriers to justice and that these barriers extend beyond courtrooms; they exist too in our workplaces, public institutions and communities. 

“These barriers aren’t removed by ticking boxes or simply adopting inclusion policies,†says Mr Maroulis, “They need to be championed and supported, both internally and externally. Only then can you build a community that allows true diversity to flourish. Tu has been critically involved in creating that culture within Marrickville Legal Centre and has worked so hard in helping us break down those barriers in our community. “ 

MLC services work strategically to address unmet legal need in CaLD communities, creating access to justice through avenues like legal outreach, community partnerships, bilingual workshops and more. Staff at MLC speak Cantonese, Greek, Arabic, Mandarin, Vietnamese, Malay, French, Gujarati, Hindi, Urdu, Punjabi and Spanish. 

 

For media enquiries please contact Fundraising & Communications Manager Maeve Redmond mredmond@mlc.org.au

 

 

An Apprehended Violence Order (“AVO”) protects people experiencing violence, intimidation or harassment from any future violence by the perpetrators of such actions. They are commonly referred to as ‘restraining orders’. An AVO protects victims by placing restrictions on what the defendant can or cannot do.  

There are two types of AVOs:  

1. Apprehended Domestic Violence Order (ADVO)

  • This order is made where the violence involves parties who are related, are in an intimate relationship, or are living together 
  • Can be made against a current or former partner 
  • If you are an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander person, ADVOs can be made where the people involved are part of the kin or extended family 
  • Also suitable for people being cared for in a dependent care relationship against paid or unpaid carers and people living in the same residential facility 

2. Apprehended Personal Violence Order (APVO)

  • This order is made where you are not in a domestic relationship with the defendant, for example, a neighbour or colleague 

 

Applying for an AVO

Most AVOs are applied for by the police. Sometimes individuals apply for the AVO themselves by completing an application at the Local Court. This is known as a private application and is not covered in this fact sheet.  

 

Police application

  • The police may apply for an AVO on your behalf if you have reported an incident of violence at a police station or if the police attend your house after an incident of domestic violence 
  • An AVO applicant must be aged 16 years or older. If you are under 16 years of age, only the police can apply for an AVO on your behalf 

 

Can I get immediate protection?

Senior police officers can issue a provisional AVO upon your attendance at a police station without needing to wait for a court date. A provisional AVO gives you immediate protection from the perpetrator as the perpetrator will need to follow the provisional AVO as soon as it is issued. 

 

What is the process for attending Court?

At the first mention, that is, the first court appearance, the defendant can agree to the AVO being made without admitting that they have done anything wrong. If this occurs, the final AVO will be made that day meaning you do not have to attend court.  

If the defendant does not agree to the AVO, the case will be adjourned. The matter will then be listed for final hearing at which the Magistrate will make their decision.   

Please refer to the diagram in Figure 1: Court process relating to AVOs. 

AVO Court Process 2022

Figure 1: Court process relating to AVOs. 

 

What types of conditions can be put in an AVO?

All AVOs protect the victim from illegal behaviour.  

The following condition will always be included in an AVO: 

  1. You must not do any of the following to the protected person or anyone the protected person has a domestic relationship with: 
    1. assault or threaten them 
    2. stalk, harass or intimidate them, and 
    3. intentionally or recklessly destroy or damage any property that belongs to or is in the possession of them. 

Additional conditions that may be imposed in an AVO. For example, those that would prevent the defendant from approaching or contacting you, or being in your company within a certain time frame in which they have consumed alcohol or drugs.  

 

Can my partner and I still live in the same house if I have an AVO against them?

You and your partner can still live in the same house if there is no exclusion order attached to the AVO.  

An exclusion order excludes or bans the defendant from living at your home or going into your home. An exclusion order is one of the conditions in an AVO.  

 

What happens if the defendant does not follow the AVO?

Breach of an AVO constitutes a criminal offence. A person who is guilty of breaking an AVO may be sent to jail or ordered to pay large fines.   

 

What if I do not want the AVO or I want the conditions removed?

Where the police have applied for the AVO, only the police can decide whether to oppose an application to change an AVO or to remove the AVO altogether.  

You should discuss your wishes with the police and the police may be willing to agree to the change of the AVO.  

It is important to note that the law does not allow the protected person to apply to vary or revoke a provisional AVO.  

 

What if I want the AVO extended?

Discuss your concerns with the police.  

The police may be willing to apply to extend the AVO or put in additional conditions so that more protection can be given.  

 

What is a property recovery order?

The court may issue a property recovery order. This order allows the person named to attend the specified address to retrieve their personal belongings. The person who is given a property recovery order can only do so while accompanied by the police.  

If the home you live in is the subject of a property recovery order, you should obey the order and allow the person to retrieve their belongings in the presence of the police. If there is a dispute over who owns certain property being retrieved, notify the accompanying police officers.  

 

AVO Tips: If you are the defendant

  • It is important that you attend court on the day and at the time specified on the application you were served. If you do not come to court without good reason, the court can make an Order in your absence. 
  • It is important that you file any documentation you are required to within the specified time frame. If you do not comply with the Court’s direction, you may not be able to give evidence at the final hearing. 
  • Your child/ren may be included as a protected person in an ADVO which may affect your contact with them. You should seek legal advice if you wish to maintain contact with your children. 

 

Contact

Need legal advice? We can help. Submit an enquiry online or call Marrickville Legal Centre on 02 9559 2899. 

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Victims of violent crimes that occurred in NSW may be eligible for financial support and counselling through the NSW Victims Support Scheme.

 

Types of victims

  • Primary victim – a person who is injured physically or emotionally, or dies as a result of:
    • An act of violence; or
    • Trying to prevent another person from committing an act of violence; or
    • Trying to help or rescue another person against who that act is being committed or has just been committed; or
    • Trying to arrest someone who was being violence to someone else.
  • Family victim – a person who is a member of the immediate family of a homicide victim.
    • E.g. Spouse, de facto partner of least two years, parent, child, siblings.
  • Secondary victim – a person who has been injured physically or emotionally from:
    • E.g. Seeing a violent crime.

 

What is an act of violence?

An act of violence is an act or series of related acts, whether committed by one or more persons:

  1. a) that has occurred while the perpetrator was committing a criminal offence
  2. b) that has involved violent conduct against one or more persons
  3. c) that has resulted in injury or death to one or more of those persons

An act of violence extends to sexual assault and domestic violence.

 

Available support

Counselling

Eligible persons are able to receive free counselling with an approved counsellor, up to 22 hours and more for some victims.

Persons eligible Primary Victims, Secondary Victims, Family Victims 
Requirements ·        One form of Government ID

·        Complete application form
Time limit No time limit

Financial assistance for immediate needs

Eligible persons are able to receive up to $5,000 to help pay for things they need urgently to be safe and healthy because of the violent crime. Examples include:

  • Changing the locks on your doors;
  • Moving house;
  • Putting an alarm in your home;
  • Emergency doctor, dentist and other medical bills;
  • Crime scene clean up.

Eligible persons are also able to receive up to $9,500 to help pay for the funeral.

Persons eligible  Primary Victims, parents, step-parents and guardians, Family Victims 
Requirements ·               One form of Government ID

·               Complete application form

·               Police, government or medical report detailing the crime and how the crime has affected you

·               Family victims are not required to submit this

·               If the violent crime was reported to police, there is no requirement to send the police report but instead include as much information as you can in application

·               Copies of tax invoices, receipts or treatment plans of costs you are claiming

·               Description of how each cost relates directly to the violent crime
Time limit Adults: within 2 years of the violent crime

·               Where the violent crime has resulted in the death of a victim, the 2 year period commences from the date it is confirmed that the violent death resulted from the violent crime

Children: within 2 years of turning 18

Immediate needs support package (INSP)

Eligible persons are able to receive grants of up to $5,000 to help pay for things they need urgently to be safe and healthy after the violent crime, for example:

  • Security and alarms;
  • Relocation, including rental bond and removalist services
  • Rent assistance and temporary accommodation;
  • Furniture and household items;
  • Basic clothing and toiletries.
Persons eligible Primary Victims of domestic violence only 
Requirements ·        One form of Government ID

·        Complete application form

·        Complete INSP Claim form (must be done alongside the primary application form)

·        Copies of tax invoices, receipts or treatment plans of costs you are claiming

·        Description of how each cost relates directly to the violent crime

·        If you reported the violence to the police:

·        There is no requirement to send the police report but instead include as much information as you can in application

o   Family victims are not required to submit this

·        If you did not report the violence to the police:

·        You will need to submit information from a government or non-government organisation to which you reported the domestic violence or a medical report detailing the crime and how the crime has affected you

o   Family victims are not required to submit this
Time limit Adults: within 2 years of the violent crime

Children: within 2 years of turning 18

 

Financial assistance for economic loss

Eligible persons are able to receive grants to help pay for loss of earnings and other costs that assist you with your recovery.

The scheme can help pay for:

1.     Lost income

  • Eligibility: Primary victims, parents, step-parents or guardians
  • You lost income because you had to take time off work
  • Recovery cap: $20,000
  • Suggested evidence: letter from employer, payslips

2.     Out of pocket expenses, if it is hard for you to prove lost income

  • Eligibility: Primary victims, parents, step-parents or guardians
  • Recovery cap: $5,000
  • Suggested evidence: tax invoices, receipts

3.     Doctor, dentist or other medical bills

  • Eligibility: Primary victims, parents, step-parents or guardians
  • Recovery cap: $30,000
  • Suggested evidence: receipts, bills, treatment plans

4.     Costs of attending court or coronial proceedings

  • Eligibility: Primary victims, parents, step-parents, guardians or family victims
  • Recovery cap: $5,000
  • Suggested evidence: transport receipts

5.     Loss or damage to clothes or items during violent act

  • Eligibility: Primary victims, parents, step-parents or guardians
  • The clothes you wore or the items you had when the act of violence occurred were lost or damaged
  • Recovery cap: $1,500
  • Suggested evidence: receipts

In total, the claim cannot exceed $30,000.

Requirements ·        One form of Government ID

·        Complete application form

·        Police or government report detailing the crime

o   Family victims are not required to submit this

o   If the violent crime was reported to police, there is no requirement to send the police report but instead include as much information as you can in application

·        Medical, dental or counselling reports that show how the violent crime has affected you

o   Family victims are not required to submit this

·        Copies of tax invoices, receipts or treatment plans of costs you are claiming

·        Description of how each cost relates directly to the violent crime

o   If claiming lost income, you must provide information about your earnings
Time limit Adults: within 2 years of the violent crime

Children: within 2 years of turning 18

For victims of sexual assault who were children at the time of the violent crime:

·        Out of pocket or justice-related expenses: no time limit

·        Loss of earnings, medical and dental bills, loss or damage to personal items: within 2 years of turning 18
Recovery cap Primary victims, parents, step-parents and guardians: $30,000 total

Family Victims: $5,000 total

Victims can continue to make applications for financial assistance for up to five years from the date of initial application.

Recognition payment

Eligible persons are able to receive a recognition payment to acknowledge that a violent crime has been committed against them. The amount that can be received is based on the offence, and a person’s eligibility.

The following is recoverable:

Category  Amount  Recoverable by 
A  Up to
$15,000		 · Financially dependent family victims or children under 18 at the time of death.
Up to
$7,500		 · Parents, step-parents or guardians of a homicide victim

· Current spouses of a homicide victim

· De facto partners of a homicide victim
B  Up to
$10,000		 ·  Primary victims of sexual assault involving:

  • Serious bodily injury*, or
  • Multiple offenders, or
  • An offensive weapon

·  A sexual assault, sexual act or attempted sexual assault involving a series of incidents
C  Up to
$5,000		 · Primary victims of one incident of sexual assault

· Attempted sexual assault with serious bodily injury*

· Assault with serious bodily injury*

· Assault with grievous bodily harm**

· Physical assault of a child that involves a series of incidents
D  Up to
$1,500		 · Primary victims of an attempted sexual assault (without serious bodily injury*)

· Sexual touching

· Robbery involving violence

· An assault (without grievous bodily harm**)

*‘Serious bodily injury’ has been found to include both physical and psychological injury.1

**‘Grievous bodily harm’ has been found to include a serious psychological injury.2

Requirements · One form of Government ID

· Complete application form

· Police or government report detailing the crime

  • Family victims are not required to submit this
  • If the violent crime was reported to police, there is no requirement to send the police report but instead include as much information as you can in application

· Medical, dental or counselling reports that show how the violent crime has affected you

  • Family victims are not required to submit this

 
Time limit for victims of domestic violence, sexual assault & child abuse  · Children: within 10 years of turning 18 years old

· Other Victims of domestic violence, child abuse and sexual assault: 10 years

· Victims of sexual assault who were children when the incident happened: no time limit

 
Time limit for other violent crimes · Adults: within 2 years of the violent crime

· Children: within 2 years of turning 18

 

Key tip

If you do not have medical evidence, you can complete counselling first and obtain a Certificate of Injury from the counsellor. The contents of the counselling session may be used in the preparation of a report to Victims Services for the purposes of subsequent counselling, financial assistance and/or recognition payment applications.

Application process

  1. File all required documents within the time limits

    You have 12 months to file supporting medical, dental or counselling reports

  2. Receive an outcome

    *If you disagree with the decision, you can apply for an internal review*

     

  3. You have 90 days to lodge an application for internal review

    You will need to provide reasons why you disagree with the decision and can submit new evidence

  4. An internal review will be conducted

  5. Receive an outcome within 42 days

 

NCAT review of Recognition Payments

If you receive a decision about a recognition payment that you do not feel is appropriate, you have the right to have that decision reviewed by the Administrative and Equal opportunity Division of the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT). You have 28 days to apply for review from the date you received the decision.

 

Restitution

Victims Services can recover the money paid to a victim from a perpetrator of violence if the perpetrator was convicted of an offence arising from substantially the same facts as those constituting the act of violence. Restitution from a perpetrator can be sought:

  • Up to two years after the perpetrator has been convicted; or
  • Up to seven years after a victim claims financial support.

Victims Services has discretion not to pursue a perpetrator for restitution in cases where, for example, pursuing restitution may place the victim at further risk. An applicant (or the applicant’s solicitor) can write submissions to the Commissioner asking for the exercise of discretion.

 

Contact

If you require assistance with a Victims Services application, please contact Marrickville Legal Centre by submitting a web form at www.mlc.org.au/contact or call us on 02 9559 2899.

For more information, contact the Victims Access Line on 1800 633 063 or the Aboriginal Contact Line on 1800 019 123.

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The high cost of private legal representation can risk sending low to middle income earners into financial hardship.

Individuals in this income bracket are described as the ‘missing middle’ i.e. people who are unable to afford legal representation yet don’t qualify for public legal assistance like Legal Aid.

According to Dr Jacobs Brasch QC, the term ‘missing middle’ originated from housing economics and was used to describe persons who were unable to afford a house in the private market but were ineligible for public housing.[1]

If the legal needs of the ‘missing middle’ are not addressed, low to middle income earners are forced to choose between self-representation, abandoning their case, or seeking private legal representation. For someone who struggles to afford private legal representation, spending what limited funds they have on private solicitor fees can easily send them into financial hardship.

Marrickville Legal Centre’s Low Bono Legal Service (Low Bono) has now recovered over $2 million for clients in this demographic. The Service operates in partnership with corporate law firm Sparke Helmore Lawyers, and was launched at the start of the COVID-19 pandemic in May 2020 when an historic 13.8% unemployment rate in Australia in April 2020 gave rise to unprecedented demand for employment law services.

Low Bono provides affordable, fixed-fee representation to people experiencing financial distress who can’t access free legal support from Legal Aid or community legal centres. It is currently run at Marrickville Legal Centre by employment solicitor Genevieve Barry, with the assistance of solicitors from Sparke Helmore Lawyers, who each dedicate 10 hours pro bono every week.

Genevieve Barry shares, “We are tremendously proud of the success of the low-bono program to date. Our clients face significant access to justice issues as they are typically ineligible for free services provided by community legal centres or legal aid but then cannot afford to engage a private lawyer.  We primarily cater for people who have been dismissed from their workplace unfairly or unlawfully but have also seen an increase in discrimination and sexual harassment matters, as well as contract disputes.”

Low Bono recently assisted Cathy (not real name) who worked a hybrid site-to-office role for a transport group. After returning from parental leave, Cathy arranged childcare to make the job work. When her child got sick, she requested a few days leave to look after her child. Cathy’s employer changed her contract on these grounds, reemploying her as a casual exclusively working in the field. After connecting with Low Bono, Cathy was able to secure redundancy as well as a separate claim for general protections pregnancy and caring discrimination. This secured $30,000 for Cathy. Thanks to Low Bono’s assistance Cathy was able to find another job quickly and didn’t suffer any loss of income.

Through Low Bono, clients like Cathy can seek legal assistance on employment matters ranging from unfair dismissal and underpayment claims, to general protections applications involving dismissal, complaints to the Australian Human Rights Commission, applications for an order to stop bullying, or negotiating an exit strategy from a job.

Accessing legal help through Low Bono has been life changing for the individuals who have engaged its services.

“Our clients often tell us they would have thrown in the towel and not pursued legal action had it not been for the advice, advocacy and support from the program’s lawyers,” says Ms Barry.

“That we have secured in excess of $2 million dollars for our clients demonstrates not only the success of the program but also the need to service the missing middle.”

Brett (not real name) had worked with the same employer in landscaping for several years. His employer initiated Brett’s redundancy and closed down his workplace. They refused to grant his redundancy pay however, instead saying they’d move Brett into a different position at the company. The employer wanted Brett to work at a new site 50km away as a delivery truck driver. Not comparable to his landscaping job, risky for an existing injury of his and a considerable distance from his home… Brett contacted Marrickville Legal Centre. The Low Bono team advocated for Brett’s redundancy pay with a resulting $50,000 paid out by his employer.

Low Bono has been essential in broadening access to justice for hundreds of clients just like Brett and Cathy.

On the strength of collaboration between corporate and social sectors in helping Low Bono reach a milestone $2 million recovered for its clients, Ms Barry concluded, “The program would not be as effective as it is without the support of Sparke Helmore and the lawyers seconded to us.  We look forward to further collaborative efforts to expand the program and provide essential legal services to those in need.”

All funds raised through the Low Bono fees are redirected towards Marrickville Legal Centre’s community legal programs.

[1] Dr Jacoba Brasch QC, ‘Access to Justice: Meeting the Need of ‘Missing Middle’’ (Speech, The Annual Gold Coast Legal Conference,11 June 2021) 5.

An opportunity is available to join Marrickville Legal Centre’s dynamic team delivering better and fairer outcomes for people who experience Domestic, Family & Sexual Violence.

 

Level: MLC Band 5-7

Reports to: Managing Principal Solicitor/Assistant Principal Solicitor 

Staff Management: Paralegals, PLTs, volunteers

Type/Hours: Part-time, 35 hours per week.  

Fixed-term, September 2022 to September 2023, with option to extend subject to funding. 

 

Role overview

Marrickville Legal Centre offers free legal advice and assistance to the community of the inner-west, south-west, southern suburbs of Sydney, and beyond. There are 1.5 million people living in our key catchment: that’s 30 percent of Sydney’s total population. 

Marrickville Legal Centre solicitors provide access to justice through the provision of legal services, law reform and community legal education, particularly for people who are disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances. 

This position is specifically for the provision of legal services (legal advice, casework, and representation) in the area of family law, for victim-survivors of family, domestic and sexual violence.  

Given the multiple and complex issues confronted by people affected by family violence, this position may also at times be required to be able to provide basic information and advice in civil law matters related to an individual’s experience of family violence, e.g. apprehended domestic violence orders and victims compensation.  

The position will be based primarily at MLC’s Marrickville office. This position will also involve regular travel to outreach locations across metropolitan Sydney, and out-of- hours work to assist in delivering community legal education and regular evening advice clinics. 

 

Essential skills

  • Admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of NSW. 
  • Post Admission Experience – 1-3 years.
  • 12 months experience in family law.
  • Experience dealing with family law disputes, legally assisted mediations, drafting consent orders and preparing briefs to counsel, agents and Pro Bono solicitors as required.
  • Sound judgment and outstanding analytical and contractual skills. 
  • Strong commercial acumen and pragmatic approach to all work 
  • Proactive and independent attitude and result-oriented approach.  
  • Flexible, adaptable, able to challenge the status quo, and the ability to work as a team to deliver the best possible outcome for the community. 
  • Ability to present complex legal and other information clearly, accurately and in a way that can be understood by our clients. 

 

About Marrickville Legal Centre’s goals

Marrickville Legal Centre’s vision is to promote social justice through the provision of free and accessible legal and related services to people who experience social and economic disadvantage. Each and every team member has a role to contribute to our strategic pillars:

  • For all people: We’re proud to stand alongside individuals who are disadvantaged by our justice system, helping them toward better & fairer outcomes.
  • For progress: We work with community partners to make sure the voices of disadvantaged people are heard in the processes that lead to policy reform.
  • For working together: We are proud to bring people together to promote justice and protect human rights.
  • For lasting change: We aim to resolve any immediate legal issues, and to link our clients to resources and services that will support them towards positive and lasting change in their lives, and in our community.

How to apply

Submit your resume and a covering letter addressing the essential skills in the position description. For additional questions about the position or about working at MLC, contact Managing Principal Solicitor Vasili Maroulis vmaroulis@mlc.org.au, using the subject line: Civil & Family Lawyer enquiry via EthicalJobs.

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An opportunity is available to join Marrickville Legal Centre’s dynamic community legal team delivering better and fairer outcomes in the area of Criminal, Traffic and Intentional Torts Law.

 

Position title: Criminal/Traffic Lawyer
Level: MLC Level 4 – 6 depending on prior experience
Reports to: Managing Principal Solicitor
Staff Management: N/A
Type/Hours: Full-time

 

Role overview

Marrickville Legal Centre offers free legal advice and assistance to the community of the inner-west, south-west, southern suburbs of Sydney, and beyond. There are 1.5 million people living in our key catchment: that’s 30 percent of Sydney’s total population.

Marrickville Legal Centre solicitors provide access to justice through the provision of legal services, law reform and community legal education, particularly for people who are disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances.

This position is specifically for the provision of legal services (legal advice, casework and representation) in the area of Criminal, Traffic and Intentional Torts Law. The position will be expected to field initial enquiries from junior lawyers, secondees, volunteers and PLTs conducting work in the area of Criminal, Traffic Law and Intentional Torts. You may be required to perform work outside of these areas from time to time.

The role will be based primarily at the Marrickville Legal Centre’s office at Illawarra Road or Addison Road, Marrickville. Duty lawyer work will also be undertaken at Sutherland Local Court (Wednesday) and Burwood Local Court (Thursday) on domestic violence list days. This position will also involve regular travel to outreach locations across metropolitan Sydney, including various courts around Sydney, and out-of-hours work to assist in delivering community legal education and regular evening advice clinics.

Essential skills

  • Admitted as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of NSW.
  • Post Admission Experience – 3 – 5 years.
  • At least 12 months of experience in criminal or intentional torts law.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills and strong advocacy skills.
  • Experience with conducting litigation in Court in front of a Magistrate.
  • Ability to rapidly acquire knowledge regarding the applicable law and be able to research legal issues as required.
  • Sound judgment and outstanding analytical skills.
  • Strong commercial acumen and pragmatic approach to all work.
  • Proactive and independent attitude and result-oriented approach.
  • Flexible, adaptable, willing to challenge the status quo, and able to work as a team to deliver the best possible outcome for the community.
  • Ability to present complex legal and other information clearly, accurately and in a way that can be understood by our clients.
  • Ability to supervise teams, including PLTs, secondees and junior solicitors, to deliver legal advice.

Please review the full position description attached.

How to apply

Submit your resume and a covering letter addressing the essential skills in the position description. We are reviewing applications as they roll in and interviewing until the right candidate is selected so don’t delay! For additional questions about the position or about working at MLC, contact Managing Principal Solicitor Vasili Maroulis at vmaroulis@mlc.org.au.

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