Practical Legal Traineeship Placements – WEstjustice – Sunshine VIC

WEstjustice is a leading community legal centre providing free services to people who are vulnerable and disadvantaged. From offices in Sunshine and Werribee and through outreach services it provides advice on a broad range of issues including employment, discrimination, consumer disputes, tenancy, credit and debt, family disputes, family violence, criminal law and more. The Practical Legal Training (PLT) Program at WEstjustice PLTs provide a vital contribution to the centre’s work and the functioning of its team. Successful applicants will gain valuable and practical experience and training working under the supervision of experienced lawyers within the Family Law and Family Violence Program.

Please note that PLT positions are unpaid.

Two PLT placements are available, to commence in August 2024 and October 2024 for ten weeks. A robust, structured training program is in place and a Certificate of Completion is awarded upon completion of the ten-week program.

How to apply

To apply, please email a cover letter that addresses the key selection criteria (maximum two pages) and your CV to sarah@westjustice.org.au, addressed to Sarah Breen. Please also indicate the relevant placement intake period that you are available for. Please use the subject line: PLT [your name] application. Feel free to email with any questions you may have via the above email address.