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James Whittering

Lawyer

Summary

Driven legal professional with extensive experience in child protection and family law, including roles at the Director of Child Protection Litigation. Adept in legal drafting and case management, with proven advocacy skills. Successfully collaborated with stakeholders to enhance child safety outcomes, demonstrating strong organisational skills and technological proficiency. Passionate about driving positive change in legal settings.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

PO3 Lawyer

Director of Child Protection Litigation
Brisbane City, QLD
2025.04 - Current
  • Preparation for and attending at Court mentions;
  • Drafting, reviewing, and providing advice in relation to Court material;
  • Providing legal advice and assistance to Child Safety Officer's and other Departmental Officers;
  • Preparing submissions and appearing at mentions for the purpose of finalising Child Protection Orders; and,
  • Corresponding with relevant stakeholders including the Court and other representatives.

Child Safety Officer

Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety
Springfield Lakes, QLD
2024.06 - 2025.04
  • Undertaking roles and delegations as an authorised officer under the Child Protection Act 1999;
  • Applying relevant legislation, policies, and procedures to ensure quality of standards are met with children and families;
  • Working collaboratively with relevant stakeholders, community, government and non-government service providers;
  • Preparing and amending child protection applications, affidavits, and various other Court related matters; and,
  • Acting as the primary contact for child protection matters relating to children.

Family Law Paralegal

Best Wilson Buckley
Ipswich City, QLD
2024.01 - 2024.06

Family Law Paralegal

Murdoch Lawyers
Brisbane City, QLD
2022.07 - 2023.12

Migration Paralegal

Results Migration
Spring Hill, QLD
2021.11 - 2022.06

Education

Admitted As A Lawyer -

Supreme Court of Queensland
Queensland
2025-03

Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) -

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
2024-01

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) -

Queensland University of Technology
Brisbane, QLD
2024-01

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice -

College of Law
Brisbane, QLD
2024-01

Skills

  • Case management
  • Advocacy skills
  • Legal drafting
  • Technological proficiency
  • Organisational skills
  • Evaluate evidence

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

PO3 Lawyer

Director of Child Protection Litigation
2025.04 - Current

Child Safety Officer

Department of Families, Seniors, Disability Services and Child Safety
2024.06 - 2025.04

Family Law Paralegal

Best Wilson Buckley
2024.01 - 2024.06

Family Law Paralegal

Murdoch Lawyers
2022.07 - 2023.12

Migration Paralegal

Results Migration
2021.11 - 2022.06

Admitted As A Lawyer -

Supreme Court of Queensland

Bachelor of Behavioural Science (Psychology) -

Queensland University of Technology

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) -

Queensland University of Technology

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice -

College of Law
James Whittering