Intellectual Disability Rights Centre (IDRS) is seeking a Solicitor to join our Community Legal Centre, Ability Rights Centre. Reporting to the Principal Solicitor, this role provides legal advice and casework to people with disability, predominantly those with intellectual disability and cognitive impairment.
IDRS values a diverse workforce and encourages people with disability, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, and people from cultural and linguistically diverse backgrounds to apply. This role is an integral part of the ARC legal team. The position has a focus on legal services for people with cognitive impairment who are victims of family/domestic violence. The position-holder works closely with a small team of non-legal parent advocates and family violence case managers. The solicitor is responsible for providing legal services, providing information and referral, and undertaking some administrative duties.
Applications close: Don’t wait – we are reviewing applications as they come in until we find the ideal candidate.
To apply Submit your current CV and a cover letter (maximum letter length 4 pages) outlining your reasons for applying and your suitability for the role, based on the list of Required Skills and Experience.
Email your application to arc@idrs.org.au Please write ‘Family Law/Family Violence Solicitor Position’ in the subject line. If you have any accessibility needs for the recruitment or interviewing process, please let us know in your application.
