Solicitor - Pool Recruitment
Family Law PracticePerthSolicitor - Pool Recruitment Pool Ref LA25409
PSCA 2024 Specified Calling Level 1 or 2 up to $123,008 gross per annum + super + benefits and Specified Calling Level 3 / 4, up to $157,135 gross per annum + super + benefits
This pool recruitment process will be used to fill permanent, fixed term, full time and part time vacancies that may arise over a period of 24 months from the date of finalisation of the recruitment process. Fixed term appointments may be made with the possibility of extension / s and / or permanency. There are currently 3 vacancies available.
Specified Calling Level 1 or 2 : one (1) permanent
Specified Calling Level 3 / 4 : one (1) permanent and one (1) fixed term
Legal Aid WA is seeking experienced solicitors with a passion for family law to join our Family Law Division. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in family law, child protection, and family violence, making a real difference to the lives of families and children in our community.
As this is a recruitment for a pool of solicitors at Specified Calling Level 1 or 2 and Specified Calling Level 3 / 4, we are looking for a range of candidates, from those who are newly admitted to those who are more experienced.
About the Roles
This is an opportunity for solicitors with a keen interest in and / or family law experience to join the Family Law Division of Legal Aid WA. Appointments from the pool may be made to the Family Law Practice, Domestic Violence Legal Unit, Family Court Duty Lawyer Services and Children’s Court Protection Services.
Depending upon the position, responsibilities may include managing a file load which may consist of various legal matters for parties including family law, child protection, family violence restraining orders (litigation and mediation) or providing duty lawyer, legal advice, and legal task assistance for clients with complex needs. Negotiation, advice and court appearances in the Family Court of WA, the Children’s Court of WA and the Magistrates Court of WA are part of these roles.
Candidates who are qualified Independent Children’s Lawyers or wish to complete training to become qualified, are encouraged to apply.
About you
For both positions, a qualification as an Independent Children’s Lawyer (or eligibility or interest in training to become an Independent Children’s Lawyer and Child Representative) will be highly regarded.
Solicitor Specified Calling Level 1 or 2
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of family law principles and procedures across all areas, including child protection and family violence restraining orders.
The successful candidate will have :
- Advocacy skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Good interpersonal skills and have a proven ability to work autonomously and cooperatively in a team environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge of Western Australian community-based advice / support services and Western Australian legal systems, practices and procedures.
- Within a legal framework, an ability to analyse the legal problem and determine the appropriate legal service.
- Competent keyboard and computer skills, with experience in using databases and template documents.
Additionally, you will demonstrate strong analytical, and written communication skills, including legal drafting. Experience with clients affected by family violence will also be highly regarded.
Solicitor Specified Calling Level 3 / 4
Candidates will have considerable post-admission family law experience (particularly in the Family Court of Western Australia, Magistrates Court & Children's Court jurisdictions), with strong knowledge of family law, protection & care, and family violence. The ideal candidate will be a qualified independent children’s lawyer and have experience in property division or have a keen interest in both these areas of law.
At this level you will be required to manage complex and challenging legal matters. Your experience will also include demonstrated litigation and advocacy experience and representation at mediations. Additionally, candidates will be expected to supervise junior legal staff so any experience in this will be an advantage.
About us and what we can offer you
We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements, including opportunities to purchase leave, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. to learn more about the benefits we offer employees.
Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide over 100,000 legal services to clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia. Please visit to find out more about us. You can also keep up to date with our activities and achievements by following us on .
How to Apply
Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should also submit :
Tip - your written communication skills will also be assessed so be sensible with font and margin sizes).
Qualifications and minimum experience required for the role will also be assessed by the panel at application stage.
To apply for this position you must have successfully completed an undergraduate Law degree and be admitted, or eligible for admission to practice in Western Australia, at the time of completion of this recruitment process. This will mean being eligible to obtain a Practising Certificate from the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia.
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application. Applications are only accepted via . Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
Further information
Download the attached Job Description Form to learn more about the role. We recommend you review our guide on , including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying.
For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit . For First Nations culturally appropriate resources on making a job application visit .
Diversity & Inclusion
A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA’s values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client centred services. Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community.
Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.
Pool conditions
As this is a pool, vacancies will be offered on a full-time or part-time permanent or fixed-term basis. This selection process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout our organisation that arise within the term of the pool. It is important to note that appointment to the pool is not a guarantee that you will be offered a term of employment.
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.
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LOCATION : Perth
CLOSING DATE : 2025-07-10 4 : 00 PM
YYYY-MM-DD) Position Title Solicitor - Pool Recruitment Agency Legal Aid Western Australia Salary Location Perth Unit / Division Family Law Branch Family Law Practice Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. Pool Ref LA25409 Closing Date Position Title Solicitor - Pool Recruitment Branch Family Law Practice Location Perth Work Type Fixed Term - Full Time, Fixed Term - Part Time, Permanent - Full Time, Permanent - Part Time Position No. Pool Ref LA25409 Salary Closing Date Agency Legal Aid Western Australia Description
This pool recruitment process will be used to fill permanent, fixed term, full time and part time vacancies that may arise over a period of 24 months from the date of finalisation of the recruitment process. Fixed term appointments may be made with the possibility of extension / s and / or permanency. There are currently 3 vacancies available.
Specified Calling Level 1 or 2 : one (1) permanent
Specified Calling Level 3 / 4 : one (1) permanent and one (1) fixed term
Legal Aid WA is seeking experienced solicitors with a passion for family law to join our Family Law Division. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to meaningful work in family law, child protection, and family violence, making a real difference to the lives of families and children in our community.
As this is a recruitment for a pool of solicitors at Specified Calling Level 1 or 2 and Specified Calling Level 3 / 4, we are looking for a range of candidates, from those who are newly admitted to those who are more experienced.
About the Roles
This is an opportunity for solicitors with a keen interest in and / or family law experience to join the Family Law Division of Legal Aid WA. Appointments from the pool may be made to the Family Law Practice, Domestic Violence Legal Unit, Family Court Duty Lawyer Services and Children’s Court Protection Services.
Depending upon the position, responsibilities may include managing a file load which may consist of various legal matters for parties including family law, child protection, family violence restraining orders (litigation and mediation) or providing duty lawyer, legal advice, and legal task assistance for clients with complex needs. Negotiation, advice and court appearances in the Family Court of WA, the Children’s Court of WA and the Magistrates Court of WA are part of these roles.
Candidates who are qualified Independent Children’s Lawyers or wish to complete training to become qualified, are encouraged to apply.
About you
For both positions, a qualification as an Independent Children’s Lawyer (or eligibility or interest in training to become an Independent Children’s Lawyer and Child Representative) will be highly regarded.
Solicitor Specified Calling Level 1 or 2
The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of family law principles and procedures across all areas, including child protection and family violence restraining orders.
The successful candidate will have :
Additionally, you will demonstrate strong analytical, and written communication skills, including legal drafting. Experience with clients affected by family violence will also be highly regarded.
Solicitor Specified Calling Level 3 / 4
Candidates will have considerable post-admission family law experience (particularly in the Family Court of Western Australia, Magistrates Court & Children's Court jurisdictions), with strong knowledge of family law, protection & care, and family violence. The ideal candidate will be a qualified independent children’s lawyer and have experience in property division or have a keen interest in both these areas of law.
At this level you will be required to manage complex and challenging legal matters. Your experience will also include demonstrated litigation and advocacy experience and representation at mediations. Additionally, candidates will be expected to supervise junior legal staff so any experience in this will be an advantage.
About us and what we can offer you
We offer a strong team working environment, the satisfaction of adding value to the community, and a range of benefits in line with business requirements, which may include professional development opportunities, flexible working and leave arrangements, including opportunities to purchase leave, and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives. to learn more about the benefits we offer employees.
Legal Aid WA is an independent statutory authority funded by the State Government and Commonwealth Governments. We provide over 100,000 legal services to clients each year in the areas of criminal, family and civil law across Western Australia. Please visit to find out more about us. You can also keep up to date with our activities and achievements by following us on .
How to Apply
Applications are made online. In addition to the questions being asked in the online application, you should also submit :
Tip - your written communication skills will also be assessed so be sensible with font and margin sizes).
Qualifications and minimum experience required for the role will also be assessed by the panel at application stage.
To apply for this position you must have successfully completed an undergraduate Law degree and be admitted, or eligible for admission to practice in Western Australia, at the time of completion of this recruitment process. This will mean being eligible to obtain a Practising Certificate from the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia.
Click the “Apply for Job” button at bottom of this page to submit your application. Applications are only accepted via . Please allow enough time to submit your application, as late applications will not be accepted.
Further information
Download the attached Job Description Form to learn more about the role. We recommend you review our guide on , including eligibility, preparing your application and the selection process, prior to submitting your application. Alignment with Legal Aid’s values will also be considered in the panel’s assessment of candidates. Please take time to familiarise yourself with the role prior to applying.
For First Nations specific information regarding working at Legal Aid WA, including our First Nations Staff Network, please visit . For First Nations culturally appropriate resources on making a job application visit .
Diversity & Inclusion
A commitment to fair and equitable treatment for all is at the very core of Legal Aid WA’s values. We recognise a diverse workforce is essential to delivering inclusive client centred services. Legal Aid WA welcomes applications from people of all ages, genders and backgrounds including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability and LGBTQIA+ members of the community.
Suitable Australian First Nations applicants may be given priority consideration over other applicants to achieve our vision of widening access to justice in a culturally safe and inclusive environment.
Pool conditions
As this is a pool, vacancies will be offered on a full-time or part-time permanent or fixed-term basis. This selection process may also be used to fill other similar vacancies throughout our organisation that arise within the term of the pool. It is important to note that appointment to the pool is not a guarantee that you will be offered a term of employment.
Appointment to all positions at Legal Aid WA is subject to a satisfactory national criminal history check, integrity and conflict checks, and 100-point identification check.
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