Role Title: Legal Intern - Family Law
Organisation: SCALES Community Legal Centre
Internship Period: Summer (November - December)
Location: Rockingham
SCLAES Community Legal Centre is seeking a motivated McCusker Intern to support its work assisting individuals and families experiencing legal issues and navigating the legal system. This internship will provide an opportunity to gain practical insight into community legal services, family law, and access to justice, while contributing to initiatives that support individuals and families in the community.
Working under the guidance of experienced staff, the intern may assist with legal information research, the preparation of community education resources, administrative support, and projects relating to family law and legal service delivery. The intern will also have the opportunity to develop an understanding of the challenges faced by people seeking legal assistance and the role community legal centres play in improving access to justice.
Key Responsibilities
Conduct research into family law issues, legal resources and community support services.
Assist with developing and updating family law information materials and community education resources.
Support projects focused on improving access to legal information and services for individuals and families.
Assist with administrative tasks, document preparation and general office support.
Help identify relevant referral pathways and support services for clients experiencing family-related legal issues.
Contribute to research, reporting and other projects that support the centre's service delivery.
The Southern Communities Advocacy Legal and Education Service Inc. (SCALES) is a community legal centre and the site of the Murdoch University legal clinic and opened its doors in April 1997. SCALES was established by Murdoch University in partnership with the local community. SCALES runs a Clinical Legal Education unit and an Advanced Clinical Legal Education unit. SCALES provides free legal advice, information and representation to low income people living in the Kwinana and Rockingham areas.