Job Opportunity: Solicitor Trainee Programme with Tusla

Job Opportunity: Solicitor Trainee Programme with Tusla

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• During their traineeship, the Trainee (Temporary) can expect to work in different sections of the office in the following areas of legal practice : Litigation in the Higher Courts such as Judicial Reviews, Plenary Actions and Special Care Applications,
• General Advisory such as section 3 fair procedure investigations, disclosure requests, section 20 reports, Garda vetting, FOI, Data protection, FOI, Wardship/Assisted Decision Making, and Immigration. Further, Commercial: Legal services to Senior Managers in relation to commercial contracts and procurement.
• The approach to training in the Office of Legal Services is for the intern to learn through active practice in a fast–paced environment.
• The Trainee will also be involved in the knowledge management strategy and the legal training programme run by the OLS. Trainee will also be required to co–operate fully with any member of staff assigned to assist with or supervise their training.
• The Trainee will have the opportunity during the training period to gain experience from competent professional staff in each of the legal sections. Ongoing assessment will be undertaken to ensure that the Intern makes maximum progress and use of the training programme.
• Trainee Solicitors (Temporary) will assist and report to a Senior Solicitor within the Office of Legal Services and carry out all such duties designated by the Senior Solicitor;
• Trainee Solicitors (Temporary) will be required to have good knowledge and awareness of Health and Safety Legislation and Regulations, the implications for the organisation and the employee, and their application in the workplace. 

How to apply

Applications are invited by CV, together with a personal statement clearly stating suitability for the role as linked to the stated competencies (250 words max) to graduatepqsw@tusla.ie by 3pm on 9th May 2025.

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About Tusla

Tusla, the Child and Family Agency, was established on 1 January 2014, under the Child and Family Agency Act 2013, to support and promote the development, welfare and protection of children and young people, and the effective functioning of families.

The Child and Family Agency is the dedicated State agency responsible for improving wellbeing and outcomes for children. It represents the most comprehensive reform of child protection, early intervention and family support services ever undertaken in Ireland. 

Further information is available on www.tusla.ie