Law Society NT

  • Nhulunbuy, Darwin or Katherine 
  • Full-time
  • $97,377.80 – $101,787.92 per annum (dependent on experience)

About NAAFLS:

NAAFLS is a non-government Aboriginal Corporation providing legal advice, representation and community legal education to Aboriginal people living in Communities and small towns across the Top End of the NT. We provide advice and representation to victims of Domestic Violence, including Family Law clients and to victims who are the subject of Child Protection Applications or Orders. Other work includes Victims of Crime Compensation Claims and assistance and support with housing applications. 

NAAFLS has offices in Darwin, Katherine and Nhulunbuy and assists clients in over 44 remote communities. Regular travel to these communities is predominantly in line with the Darwin and Katherine Court Circuit calendars and requires our team to stay overnight on community for up to two trips of 2-4 days per month. Teams consist of a Solicitor and Case Worker who provide a wrap around holistic service to our vulnerable clients to ensure they are fully supported through their journey.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

  1. Provide culturally appropriate legal assistance and advice to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander People in matters of law primarily Family Law, Family Violence and Child Protection.
  2. Ensure accurate legal client files and timely data entry using NAAFLS’ electronic file management and statistical information systems.
  3. Participate in the development and delivery of community legal education programs in respect to domestic and family violence and other areas relevant to our service delivery.
  4. Contribute to the ongoing development and maintenance of processes and procedures to ensure consistent and accurate services to clients.
  5. Prepare submissions, articles and reports for presentation at conferences and public forums as required.
  6. Promote and maintain safe work practices in accordance with NAAFLS WH&S Policies and Procedures.
  7. Undertake other duties as directed by the PLO or CEO.

Selection Criteria

Essential:

  1. Hold, or are eligible for a restricted or unrestricted practising certificate in the Northern Territory, with post
    admission experience in Family Law.
  2. Demonstrated capacity to provide an accessible and culturally sensitive legal service, and to understand the
    needs of culturally diverse clients, particularly in relation to Indigenous to victims of family violence living in
    remote community settings.
  3. Demonstrate excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills including negotiation and conflict
    resolution skills and maintain confidentiality provisions.
  4. A sound understanding of the litigation and dispute resolution processes relevant to Family Law, domestic
    violence orders, crimes compensation, child protection and other areas of law.
  5. High level attention to detail and demonstrated ability to work with an electronic records management system
    and enter accurate and timely data and use a range of computer programs.
  6. Demonstrated ability to perform as a reliable, productive and constructive team member in multi-cultural
    workplace.
  7. Availability to undertake overnight travel to remote communities, up to two trips of 2-4 days per month.
  8. Must obtain a Working With Children Clearance (WWCC) and a clear Criminal History Check.
  9. Possess a current ‘C’ Class NT Drivers Licence.

Please note: Applications for this position must address the selection criteria in a one-page summary sheet
outlining how you meet the selection criteria and send this with your current resume/cv to hr@naafls.com.au

Applications close 28 Feburary 2025.

Shortlisting for these positions will commence immediately.  Applicants are encouraged to apply promptly as applications close when suitable applicants are obtained.

For further information contact Wendy Jennings on 08 8923 8200 or email hr@naafls.com.au.