Mental Health Lawyer — Aboriginal Rights Advocate (Hybrid)

Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service; Preston; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - GBP 53,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal service organization in Preston is seeking a Mental Health Lawyer/Senior Mental Health Lawyer. The role focuses on providing culturally safe, trauma-informed legal services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients within the mental health system. Responsibilities include representing clients at the Mental Health Tribunal and providing civil law support. Candidates should hold a Victorian Practising Certificate and have significant experience in civil law and mental health matters. Competitive salary and flexibility to work from home included.

Benefits

Work from home flexibility

Culturally strong organization

Qualifications

• Victorian Practising Certificate (or ability to obtain one promptly).
• 4+ years post‑admission experience in civil law matters.
• Experience with Mental Health Tribunal representation.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients at the Mental Health Tribunal.
• Manage mental health discrimination matters.
• Provide wrap-around civil law assistance.

Skills

Ability to supervise and manage complex matters

Experience with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients

Communication and collaboration skills

Trauma-informed service delivery

Education

Victorian Practising Certificate

4+ years post-admission experience in civil law

Job description

A legal service organization in Preston is seeking a Mental Health Lawyer/Senior Mental Health Lawyer. The role focuses on providing culturally safe, trauma-informed legal services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients within the mental health system. Responsibilities include representing clients at the Mental Health Tribunal and providing civil law support. Candidates should hold a Victorian Practising Certificate and have significant experience in civil law and mental health matters. Competitive salary and flexibility to work from home included.