Law Student Volunteer

About the opportunity

Central Coast Community Legal Centre (CCCLC) is seeking part-time volunteer solicitors to provide free legal services to people living, working or studying on the Central Coast. These are unpaid volunteer positions. 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.

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Suitable for

Skilled Volunteers, Work Experience

Commitment

Regular - less than 6 months

Training

You’ll be exposed to a wide range of legal matters, including debt, fines, family, employment, discrimination, motor vehicle accidents, and AVOs. You’ll gain experience in providing legal information and referrals by telephone, interviewing clients, drafting legal letters and court documents, legal research, developing community legal education materials, engaging in community development. A compulsory 1-day General Orientation, Aboriginal Cultural Awareness, and Intake Training provided.

Time required

We need volunteers to fill shifts between 9am and 5pm on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays. You must be able to work between 1 and 4 days per week ongoing for a 6 month commitment, or a minimum commitment of 10 days.

Requirements

National Police Certificate
Working with Children Check

To be eligible, you must: • Be a current law student at a recognised Australian university. • Be able to work between 1 and 4 days per week ongoing for a 6 month commitment, or a minimum commitment of 10 days. • Attend a compulsory one-day General Orientation, Aboriginal Cultural Awareness, and Intake Training. • Pass a National Police Check and Working With Children Check.

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