Congratulations to our Sunshine Coast Regional Manager – Tim Hishon
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Congratulations to our Sunshine Coast Regional Manager – Tim Hishon

25 Years Strong! Congratulations to our Sunshine Coast Regional Manager – Tim Hishon who has been recognised by the Queensland Law Society for an incredible 25 years of service to the legal profession.! 👏🎉

Tim received his silver membership pin at a special event last week that celebrated the unique “salt air” spirit of the Sunshine Coast legal community.

It was said best on the night:

“It’s a community where professional respect and personal kindness often go hand in hand… To our honourees – thank you for the mentorship, the advocacy and the steady hands you’ve lent to this profession.”

Tim, thank you for your decades of perseverance, your adaptability (having seen fax machines come and go!), and your unwavering commitment to justice for our people.

Please join us in the comments to wish Tim a huge congratulations! 🧡🖤💛

#ATSILS #SunshineCoast #Community #LegalHero #Congratulations #Dedication

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Something in the air at Sunshine Coast

First Nations Moot – Toowoomba
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First Nations Moot – Toowoomba

🌟 Well done to Andrew Gower (Client Services Officer, Toowoomba and UNISQ Law Student) for participating in this year’s First Nations Moot!

Andrew and fellow UNISQ law student Caiden showcased incredible talent and dedication, doing our Toowoomba office proud and representing UNISQ with distinction. They faced tough competition, ultimately falling to formidable teams from Bond and Griffith Universities.

A massive thank you to the incredible mentors who supported them through the process, including Kristie Smith (UNISQ First Nations Lead & ex-ATSILS Lawyer), as well as Christianne and Sharon (Criminal Lawyers, ATSILS Toowoomba Office).

Christianne and Sharon were exceptionally generous with their time, allowing the students to shadow them at the Magistrates Court, providing invaluable, real-world insight into court proceedings. This mentorship and collegiate spirit are traits we are proud of at ATSILS and are vital in supporting the next generation of First Nations legal professionals along their justice journey.

We’re thrilled to hear the First Nations Moot will now be an annual event. We are looking forward to supporting the team next year!

Southern Cross University Law Students Association Careers Fair on the Gold Coast
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Southern Cross University Law Students Association Careers Fair on the Gold Coast

Yesterday, members of our Southport team had a fantastic day at the Southern Cross University Law Students Association Careers Fair on the Gold Coast! 🎓

The team enjoyed connecting with the next generation of legal professionals and providing insight into the diverse career paths available at ATSILS. It was a great opportunity to highlight our family, civil, and criminal law roles, as well as the critical support roles that work alongside our legal practitioners. ⚖️

We’re proud to offer a supportive and collaborative environment where you can truly make a meaningful difference. Join us and you’ll find great benefits like:
✅ Salary packaging
✅ Encouraged career growth with supported learning and professional development opportunities
✅ A strong statewide peer and mentor network of experienced lawyers and barristers to guide you on your justice journey.

Thanks to Arelene and all the team who attended, and to SCU Law Student Society for hosting this great event. 👏

If you’re interested in what careers are available at ATSILS view:
Director of Civil Law Visits Wide Bay-Burnett Region
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Director of Civil Law Visits Wide Bay-Burnett Region

ATSILS Civil Law Team As part of our Workforce Development Plan and emerging leaders’ program, Simon Burgess, Director of Civil Law, recently visited our regional offices in Hervey Bay and Bundaberg.

In Hervey Bay, Simon engaged with the local team, including Civil and Family Lawyer Murray Nielsen, to discuss the unique challenges and complexities surrounding Wills, Estates, and EPOAs within the Wide Bay-Burnett communities.

The tour continued in Bundaberg, which marked a welcome return for Simon, who served as the office’s Regional Manager around 2004. He was delighted to reconnect with long-serving colleagues, including Court Support Officer Natasha Thomson, lawyers Ian Kendrick and Jennie Waldron, and Administrative Officer Cheryl Nuggin. The visit also provided an opportunity to meet with local Magistrate Mr. John McInnes, fostering crucial dialogue on community-based civil law issues.

These regional visits are vital for strengthening collaboration, connection and ensuring our services are responsive to the needs of every community we serve.

Queensland Law Society Careers Expo 2018
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Queensland Law Society Careers Expo 2018

ATSILS QLS Careers Expo 2018ATSILS recently took part in the 2018 QLS Careers Expo . Our exhibit attracted many interested students and it was great to give the next generation of legal practitioners an insight into our innovative brand of legal service delivery as an exciting career pathway.

There was much interest in general student and Practical Legal Training placements opportunities with ATSILS and we do welcome students to our workplaces across Queensland, usually within one of our Brisbane or Regional offices. Students studying law, justice, indigenous studies, advocacy, or a combination relevant to our Vision and Mission are encouraged to apply through our online link below:

Student Placements

ATSILS QLS Careers Expo 2018
ATSILS QLS Careers Expo 2018

 

2018 – QUT Indigenous Pre Law and Justice Program Students visit ATSILS
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2018 – QUT Indigenous Pre Law and Justice Program Students visit ATSILS

QUT 2018 Indigenous Pre Law and Justice Program visit to ATSILS2018 Indigenous Pre Law and Justice Program visit to ATSILS

Last week students from QUT’s 2018 Indigenous Pre Law and Justice Program attended ATSILS Brisbane office to get first hand insight into the work we do advancing and protecting the rights of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples.

The students received a range of presentations covering on our innovative brand of legal service delivery, the critical role of our Court Support Officers in supporting the client/lawyer relationship and removing barriers affecting access to justice and also an overview of the work we do educating communities on their legal rights. The students were hosted by our Director of Communications and Sector Engagement – Graham, Early Intervention, Prevention and Community Legal Education Officer – Kate and Court Support Officer – Lesley. The students also had the opportunity to meet some of our legal practitioners and get insight into what it’s like working for a human rights based organisation like ATSILS.

Bianca Hill-Jarro – Indigenous Project Officer at QUT said “The visit to ATSILS has been welcomed addition to the program and offers something unique for the students. The students always really enjoy the visit and many are often interested in the career pathways offered by ATSILS.”

ATSILS is committed to inspiring the next generation of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander lawyers and justice professionals and it was great to host these deadly young students looking to pursue careers in the justice sector.

Job Vacancies – 2 x Court Support Officer roles: Townsville & Southport
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Job Vacancies – 2 x Court Support Officer roles: Townsville & Southport

ATSILS Careers

We have 2 x Court Support Officer roles available for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates in our Townsville and Southport offices.

Court Support Officers play a vital role in our service delivery and in the community. CSOs provide a crucial link between our clients and the legal practitioner and enhance access to justice in their communities.

Applications Close: 3rd December 2017

Apply Here: https://atsils.org.au/job-vacancies/

 

Watch this video to get an insight into the role of a CSO: 

 

Court Support Officer Roles
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Court Support Officer Roles

We have 3 x Court Support Officer positions available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates wanting to make a difference for their people in the justice system.

Job Vacancies

Apps close 1 Aug 2017

Our team of Court Support officers are integral to delivery of our culturally competent legal services.They all identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander and are usually local people with strong connection to the community who are highly skilled at engaging mob and ensuring they understand their legal rights.

Job Vacancies
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Job Vacancies

Interested in working with ATSILS?

In the video below you can hear from the team about what it’s like working for ATSILS, a long established human rights based organisation offering rewarding legal careers across civil, family and criminal law areas.

Currently we have a number of positions available for Legal Practitioners across criminal, civil and family law jurisdictions. In addition we have a range of Court Support Officer positions available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates wanting enhance access to justice for the most vulnerable in our communities.

View our current job vacancies page here: https://atsils.org.au/job-vacancies/

Student Placements
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Student Placements

ATSILS Student Placements ATSILSStudent placements with a human rights based organisation like ATSILS are an important element in inspiring the next generation of legal practitioners on a path of social justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. Recently our Strathpine Office had he pleasure of hosting Tayleigh who is in the final stages of her law degree at the University of the Sunshine Coast.

Reflecting on her 3-month placement Tayleigh said that she has learnt so much about the court processes, clients and also the organisations policies, procedures and administration. She got to attend court at Pine Rivers, Sandgate and Redcliffe, and was able to accompany staff on watch house visits and take part in video link interviews with clients.

She said it was a real eye opener  to witness the social disadvantage and legal issues effecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients. She loved the teamwork and environment at the Strathpine Office who work tirelessly to ensure the legal rights of the local community are protected. Tayleigh said she would highly recommend a student placement with ATSILS to any individual with an interest in social justice.

Further, with Adam Chapman (pictured, Right) studying his law degree while working as our Court Support Officer, having students to assist the team supports a two-way learning approach. Mr Andrew Ferrett, our Regional Manager (pictured, Left) is an attentive, interactive and well-respected student supervisor.  Also pictured is Jasmine Ross (Right of Centre) who commenced with us as a Practical Legal Training student, and now works with us.

Interested in a Student Placement with ATSILS? Find out more:
https://atsils.org.au/student-placements/