Redfern Legal Centre (RLC) works to provide access to justice to First Nations clients living in our local area by:
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providing advice and representation on a range of civil matters, including credit and debt, discrimination, victims’ compensation, housing and applications to the Redress Scheme for victims of institutional child abuse;
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conducting policy and systemic law reform work on issues of importance to First Nations communities; and
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delivering community legal education and resources.
The First Nations practice is a dynamic practice that works closely with local First Nations organisations to identify and address legal issues impacting the community.
RLC is looking for an enthusiastic First Nations PLT student 2 days per week for up to 60 days to work with our First Nations Solicitor in this practice. The role will be based onsite at our Redfern office.
Responsibilities include research, legal drafting, interviewing clients, attending outreach clinics and assisting with advice and casework, as well as current projects.
This is an Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander identified position. Redfern Legal Centre considers that being Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander is a genuine occupational requirement under s 14 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1977 (NSW). The filling of this position is intended to constitute a special/equal opportunity measure under section 8(1) of the Racial Discrimination Act 1975 (Cth).
It is a requirement of volunteers at Redfern Legal Centre to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19.
Salary and benefits: $54 per hour, 14 hours per week for 60 days.
Selection Criteria
1. Completion of a law degree and eligibility to commence Practical Legal Training.
2. Availability 2 days per week - please specify your availability, proposed start date and preferred length of commitment in your application. We prefer applicants who are seeking to do their full 60 days PLT with RLC.
3. Knowledge of legal and social justice issues affecting First Nations peoples.
4. Demonstrated ability to work with people experiencing vulnerability and with First Nations clients.
5. Be of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander descent and identify and be accepted as such in the community.
Application Details
If you wish to apply, please send an email to Gail Brennan: gail@rlc.org.au. Please include:
1. A cover letter addressing each of the selection criteria.
2. A CV including: contact details, education, relevant experience and details of two referees.
There is no closing date for applications. Applications will close once a suitable candidate is selected.
