Generalist Lawyer (Family & Civil) or Lead Criminal Lawyer

Build Your Legal Career or Step Into Leadership and Make a Real Community Impact.

📍 Port Pirie I Regional South Australia

About Us

At WestSide Community Lawyers, we believe everyone deserves access to justice and quality legal representation.

Our team delivers high‑quality, client‑centred legal services to vulnerable and disadvantaged communities across South Australia, with a strong focus on regional areas.

As we continue to expand our regional services, we are seeking two lawyers at different career stages to join our Port Pirie team.

Choose Your Path

🔹 Generalist Lawyer (Family & Civil)
Build a broad practice across family and civil law, developing strong advocacy and client management skills in a supportive environment.

🔹 Senior Criminal Lawyer & Team Leader
Lead a regional criminal practice, mentor lawyers and shape service delivery across the Mid‑North.

Why Join Us

Make a real difference – support vulnerable clients and communities

Two career pathways – grow your practice or step into leadership

Strong mentoring & support – ongoing supervision and development

Varied and meaningful work – no two days are the same

Salary packaging up to $18,550

Access to Employment Assistance Program

Regional lifestyle benefits – meaningful work without city burnout

What You’ll Be Doing

Generalist Lawyer

• Manage a diverse caseload across family and civil law

• Represent clients in court, mediation and negotiations

• Work flexibly across practice areas

• Participate in outreach services and circuit courts

Senior Criminal Lawyer & Team Leader

• Lead criminal law services in Port Pirie

• Deliver high-quality advocacy in complex matters

• Supervise and mentor junior lawyers

• Coordinate circuit courts, outreach and duty services

• Maintain a mixed caseload across criminal, family and civil law

What We’re Looking For

Generalist Lawyer

• 2–3+ years PAE

• Experience in family and/or civil law

• Strong organisational and file management skills

• Adaptable, proactive and client-focused

Senior Criminal Lawyer & Team Leader

• 5+ years PAE (criminal law focus)

• Strong advocacy and court experience

• Leadership or mentoring capability

• Ability to manage complex and competing priorities

Location & Travel

Based in Port Pirie, with travel across Mid‑North circuit courts and outreach locations.

Apply Now

Join a team where your work truly matters.

📩 Submit your resume (PDF preferred) and short cover letter via SEEK

🗓 Applications close: Thursday 2 July 2026
(May close earlier if a suitable candidate is identified)

Confidential Enquiries

Catherine Coleiro
📞 (08) •••• •009