Legal Mentor - Civil Litigation and Opinions

We’re looking for a Legal Mentor who can live and volunteer for 12 months in Samoa.

• This assignment seeks to assist in providing legal advise based on thorough research and quality analysis division
• To be considered for this role, you’ll need a Bachelor of Laws Degree and a Qualified Legal Practitioner from a recognized tertiary institution
• You will be working alongside the Civil Litigation and Opinions Division or Commercial and International Law Division

About the Partner Organisation 

The Office of the Attorney General is responsible for providing legal advise and representation to the Government. The Office of the AG, head by the Attorney General is the principal legal advisor for the Government and it's vision is "to ensure a safe and just society through the provision of the quality and effective legal services".

There has been a lot of vacant positions advertised for the AG's office and so far no luck, with an Australian Volunteer joining AG's office, they can share their expertise and with the current local lawyers and share responsibilities and ensure the office vision is achieved.

About the Australian Volunteers Program  

The Australian Volunteers Program is an Australian government-funded initiative. We support partner organisations across the Pacific, Asia, and Africa to achieve locally led change.  

Volunteers are supported throughout their volunteer journey, and we actively support and encourage people of all backgrounds and abilities to volunteer and aim to make the program as accessible and inclusive as possible. Find out more.