Work with ATSILS We currently have 7 positions available across Queensland. We’re looking for suitably experienced legal practitioners to join our dynamic team leading in the delivery of innovative, professional and culturally competent legal services. Legal Practitioners (Criminal Law) – Rockhampton, Mt Isa & Townsville Legal Practitioner – (Family Law) – Cairns Legal Practitioner – […]
Last week we gathered our 37 strong Family & Civil Law teams from across the state for a week of innovative skills development in Brisbane. The event was part of ATSILS ongoing commitment to workforce development and continuing access to quality mentoring and professional development opportunities. The event was well received by staff and we […]
The Change the Record (CTR) Coalition this morning expressed concern at the 2016 Federal Budget’s overall lack of focus on the Indigenous sector and investment in Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. CTR Co-Chair Shane Duffy said “We are extremely disappointed that the Turnbull Government’s Budget fails to prioritise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander justice […]
Check out our updated range of Legal Fact Sheets covering – Arrest & Bail, Domestic Violence, Drink Driving, Child Protection, Police Powers and more… View Here: https://atsils.org.au/fact-sheets/ Need Legal Assistance? Call our Toll Free – 24/7 Legal Assistance Hotline: 1800 012 255
Congratulations to Andrew Hackett our Director of Criminal Law on his appointment as one of the three new magistrates in Queensland by Attorney-General and Minister for Justice Yvette D’Ath for Redcliffe. Andrew is a highly respected lawyer and he possesses all the legal skill, knowledge and experience needed to excel in this vital role. We […]
WELL WORTH A LISTEN: A 7 minute insight from our CEO & Change The Record Co-Chair Shane Duffy highlighting the burning issues driving incarceration rates and what’s needed to create smarter justice and safer communities. The Change The Record Coalition is a group of key organisations who have come together and developed a concrete plan […]
Community is Everything Last week our Principal Legal Officer was out in the community shining a light on the issues related to the high detention rates of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and the solutions needed to create brighter futures for our kids. Greg presented to senior school students from around a dozen schools […]
We are looking to fill the role of Prevention, Intervention and Community Legal Education Officer in Bamaga. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine work with real adventure as you provide innovative legal education outreach to communities across the Northern Peninsula Area and Torres Strait. Strengthen your commitment to social justice and help prevent our […]
Increased legal advocacy skills and confidence: a practical, hands-on workshop. 28-29 April 2016. The Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Legal Service (QLD) Ltd will gather its statewide team of 37 Family, Child Protection, Civil Law legal practitioners and paralegals for its inaugural advocacy skills development program in Brisbane this month. Workshop leaders include Barristers Craig Smith, presentation […]
*We’re Hiring* Join the team leading in the delivery of professional, innovative and culturally competent legal services. From Brisbane to Bamaga and Mt Isa to Murgon we have a range of great positions available. We are looking for Legal Practitioners, Community Legal Education Officers, Court Support Officers and a Client Services Coordinator. View our current […]