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Applications close 5pm on Thursday 11 July 2019 “…ICLC has been an excellent introduction to the real world. I have had other legal work in similar areas, and have completed other internships, but none have replicated ICLC’s inclusive workplace, and diversity of clients and work.” PLT student, 2018 The Inner City Legal Centre (ICLC) is looking for students to complete their practical legal training placement with us. This is a great opportunity for students to experience legal practice and consider professional responsibilities in a community setting, at a community legal centre. If you do your PLT with us, we aim to prepare you for the commencement of your legal career. The position is voluntary and unpaid. The PLT Program duties include performing client intake, taking instructions, assisting in giving legal advice, casework, assistance with court attendance, legal drafting and following up client matters. You will be doing real work. The Program is only offered to suitable applicants subject to an application process, an interview and availability, and preference is given to applicants committing to a 60+ day placement with progression of 3 days per week, usually including one evening per week. PLT Students are indemnified as volunteer workers under the ICLC Professional Indemnity Insurance policy. Students are responsible for ensuring they comply with all conditions and requirements of their PLT provider in progressing towards admission. PLT students perform work under supervision, and the PLT Placement overall is supervised by the Principal Solicitor. Selection criteria: Prerequisite – Completion or near-completion of a law degree and eligibility to commence the practical experience components of Practical Legal Training.It is also possible to complete part of a PLT placement before graduation – you need to check with your proposed provider to see how many days you could complete. Essential criteria – Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to social justice. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with clients from diverse backgrounds and in diverse circumstances, in particular clients experiencing significant stress who may present with challenging behaviours (Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients, clients with disabilities, clients from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, clients with complex issues, clients who identify as LGBTIQ, etc). Understanding of legal professional practice issues, including duties to maintain confidentiality and to avoid conflicts of interest. Ability to work independently and as part of a small team. Demonstrated interest in legal issues affecting communities served by ICLC. Desirable criteria – Prior experience volunteering with the ICLC or another community legal centre or law-related NGO. Demonstrated experience in administration or customer service. Intention to commence the coursework component of PLT by or soon after the commencement date of any PLT placement. The application Applicants must address the above selection criteria in 2-3 pages and include a copy of their current resume, including the names of two independent referees. Applications that do not address the selection criteria will not be assessed. This round of applications close 5pm on Thursday 11 July 2019. Please email to hilary@iclc.org.au . Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed at a mutually convenient time, and interviews by telephone or Skype can be arranged. The ICLC is open to receiving applications from suitable candidates well in advance of an anticipated start date and we are also open to receiving applications using the format outlined above, at any time of the year. ICLC’s human resources policies, procedures and practices support anti-discrimination principles and encourage people living with a disability, people who identify as Aboriginal, people from diverse cultural backgrounds and people identifying as LGBTIQ to apply. Please contact ICLC if you require adjustment in answering the criteria (9332 1966). As part of your application, please let us know if there is anything that we should know about you that may cause an issue to arise under the Legal Profession Uniform Law. As an example see section 121. “It is not an overstatement to say my time at ICLC was life changing. I can genuinely say I am now a better person as a result of my experience.” PLT student 2015

Gosnells Community Legal Centre (GCLC) is offering an opportunity for a PLT student wishing to complete their practical legal training. We are seeking students interested in practicing in the area of Family Law. The placement is unpaid, voluntary and is offered on a part time basis 2-3 days per week. The role is available to begin immediately. You will be working directly with our supervising lawyers and your responsibilities will include: Assisting with drafting court documents and correspondence File management Taking information from clients in person and by phone REviewing documents Legal research Preparing and collating resources for Continuing Legal Education (CLE) purposes The successful candidate will have: Completed Bachelor of Laws A keen interest in Family Law Completed stuies in Family Law Attention to detail Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to follow instructions At GCLC, we have several volunteers and you will be supported throughout your placement whilst providing you with valuable experience. To apply, please forward your CV together with a covering letter addressed to Kirsten Gammer.

Our Sydney office is currently recruiting a PLT student to work with our Public Interest Law team. As a PLT student with this service, you will develop practical and procedural legal experience and skills across various practice areas.   We are recruiting for a PLT student to work 3-5 days per week for a minimum of 50 days with a July start. Position will be advertised until filled. Public Interest Law is a central part of Justice Connect’s strategy of delivering access to justice through pro bono. The Public Interest Law service makes referrals to pro bono lawyers on behalf of individuals experiencing disadvantage and organisations that assist them or where the matter is in the public interest.   Public Interest Law PLTs will undertake the following: ·          intake of new telephone enquiries ·          taking information and communicating with clients ·          file management: maintaining accurate client information ·          providing supervised legal information to clients ·          supporting the work of Public Interest Law projects, including communicating with lawyers, case workers, courts/tribunals ·          drafting correspondence and referral memoranda  ·          legal research, analysis and problem solving   The Justice Connect Sydney office is located in the Sydney CBD. This is an unpaid position.   Applications will be assessed on a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector. To be eligible for this position, you must: ·          have completed a law degree ·          be currently completing professional legal education to gain admission to practice (ie: through College of Law or equivalent institution) ·          be prepared to attend Justice Connect at least two days per week for a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training ·          not yet be admitted to practice   Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.   Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions will be open until filled. How to Apply:  Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a cover letter and CV. Please ensure your cover letter includes:·  your available start date, your preferred days, how many days placement you can commit to and the details of your GDLP provider. Applications should be emailed to  plt.recruitment@justiceconnect.org.au  as a single Word or PDF file including “PLT Application – Public Interest Law - Sydney” in the email subject line.

Our Court Programs team is currently recruiting PLT students to work at our Melbourne office to help us provide unbundled legal services to the missing middle - unrepresented litigants who do not qualify for Legal Aid and cannot afford private legal assistance. The Court Programs team currently operates the Self Representation Service in the Federal Courts in Victoria, Tasmania, NSW and the ACT; a service in the Victorian Supreme- and County Courts; and a Domestic Building Legal Service in VCAT. The Court Programs team delivers pro bono services with assistance of volunteer lawyers from Justice Connect’s member law firms and members of the Victorian Bar. As a PLT student with Court Programs, you can develop practical and procedural legal experience and skills across various jurisdictions and practice areas, including employment law, bankruptcy, human rights, judicial review and domestic building disputes. Further information is available at https://justiceconnect.org.au/how-we-help/ We have two placements to commence in mid June 2019, to work 3 days per week for a minimum of 50 days.   Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Through the PLT placement, you will have the opportunity to: Take detailed instructions from help-seekers over the phone and in person regarding legal matters Assist staff in the Federal Court based office and take instructions from drop in help-seekers  Undertake legal research relevant to client matters and assist with the preparation of briefs for volunteers Sit in, observe and take notes during client appointments with volunteer lawyers and/or barristers Review and organise client documents Contact clients to schedule and confirm appointments Observe proceedings at the Federal Courts, and VCAT Support and shadow the Court Programs paralegals, lawyers and manager Assist with developing precedents and legal information factsheets   Applications will be assessed on relevant skills and experience as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to access to justice. The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the CBD and Court Programs has satellite offices located at the courts. This is an unpaid position. You must: Have completed or be close to completing College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university; Able to work at least 3 days a week; and Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions will be open until filled. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply. How to Apply:  Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a cover letter and CV. Please ensure your cover letter includes: - your available start date, your preferred days, how many days placement you can commit to and the details of your GDLP provider. Applications should be emailed to  plt.recruitment@justiceconnect.org.au  as a single Word or PDF file including “PLT Application – Court Programs - Melbourne” in the email subject line.

Central Coast Community Legal Centre (CCCLC) is seeking full-time or part-time volunteers wishing to complete their practical legal training in a busy generalist practice that provides free legal services to people living, working or studying on the Central Coast.  These are  unpaid  positions. You must: Have completed or be close to completing College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university; Ideally be able to work at least 2 days a week and Attend a compulsory two-day General Orientation and Intake Training. Scheduled 2019 orientation dates are: 18 th and 19 th February 2019 29 th  and 30 th  April 2019 1 st  July and 2 nd  July 2019 2 nd  and 3 rd  September 2019 4 th  and 5 th  November 2019 Applications aimed for particular orientation dates should be submitted at least three weeks prior to allow interviews to take place.  Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and assessed on relevant skills as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector.  Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.  Preference will be given to candidates who live on the Central Coast and candidates who want to complete at least 45 days with CCCLC. Email your resume and academic transcript to   contact@centralcoastclc.org.au During your placement with CCCLC you can expect to be exposed to a wide range of legal matters, including debt, fines, family, employment, discrimination, motor vehicle accidents, Apprehended Violence Orders and more! You will gain experience in providing legal information and referral services by telephone, interviewing clients, attending outreach locations, drafting legal letters and court documents, undertaking legal research, developing community legal education materials, engaging in community development and participating in systemic advocacy. Based in Wyong NSW, CCCLC provides free legal advice to homeless people at Coast Shelter in Gosford; to disadvantaged people at Toukley Neighbourhood Centre and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders at Mingaletta at Umina and Yerin - Elanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Centre at Wyong.  We advise unrepresented litigants in Traffic and AVO matters at Wyong Local Court and operate a Children’s Court Assistance Scheme at Wyong, Woy Woy and Broadmeadow Children’s Courts. Become a part of our friendly and committed team of volunteers who work together to provide access to justice to the people who really need it most on the Central Coast

Our Melbourne office is currently recruiting PLT students to work with our Homeless Law and Seniors Law Service. PLT students receive on-the-job legal training and supervision, providing valuable experience to set you up for your legal career. We are recruiting for PLT students in 2019 and on an ongoing basis. Starting dates will vary. Working a minimum of 3 days per week, for a minimum of 50 days. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis. Homeless Law and Seniors Law are two dynamic legal teams at Justice Connect delivering access to justice through pro bono. Homeless Law provides legal assistance to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, specialising in tenancy, infringements, guardianship and administration law and credit and debt. Seniors Law is a legal service for older Victorians, specialising in elder abuse and other legal issues associated with ageing. Through the PLT placement, you will have the opportunity to participate in: Intake of new telephone enquiries; taking instructions and communicating with clients; assessing matters for clinic appointments and drafting letters; file management: inputting and maintaining accurate client information and communications; delivering supervised legal information to clients; supporting the work of the lawyers (internal and secondee lawyers) by communicating with lawyers, case workers and court and tribunal staff, and drafting correspondence and referral memoranda; legal research, analysis and problem solving; and team meetings. Applications will be assessed on relevant skills and experience as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply. The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the Melbourne CBD. This is an unpaid position. You must: Be enrolled in, or have completed College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university; Be able to work at least 3 days a week; and Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect. For information on what to expect from your placement, please go to  https://justiceconnect.org.au/get-involved/practical-legal-training/ How to Apply:  Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a cover letter and CV. Please ensure your cover letter includes: ·  your available start date, your preferred days, how many days placement you can commit to and the details of your GDLP provider. Applications should be emailed to  plt.recruitment@justiceconnect.org.au  as a single Word or PDF file including “PLT Application – Homeless Law & Seniors Law” in the email subject line.