Volunteer Legal Assistants

How to Volunteer

To apply for a position please send an application specifically numbering and addressing each of the selection criteria below (no more than 3 A4 pages) and your CV. The application should be addressed to the Volunteer Coordinator and can be sent by mail, fax or e-mail at info@rlc.org.au

Selection Criteria

Essential:

Completion of at least two years of a combined undergraduate law degree; or one year of a graduate law degree; or the equivalent in a related area of study; or relevant experience.
Ability to support the objectives of the Centre.
Ability to maintain confidentiality
Available for at least one of the Centre's shifts (9am-1pm or 2pm-6pm Monday to Friday) and for a six month commitment.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work as part of a team.

Desirable:

Experience in administration or customer service.
Ability to speak a relevant community language.

Note:It is essential that you address each of the selection criteria in your application to be considered for a position.

Redfern Legal Centre supports EEO principles in the selection of its volunteers. If you require some adjustment to the workplace to enable you to meet these criteria please phone the Volunteer Coordinator on 96987277 to confidentially discuss what can be done to accommodate your request.

Please let us know if there is anything about you that may cause an issue to arise under the Legal Profession Act 1987. For instance, please note section 48K of the Act (disqualification or criminal conviction) and any necessary approvals required.