Heidi Deason

Family Law Solicitor - Perisic & Thomas Lawyers

Graduated in:

2010

Course completed:

Bachelor of Laws / Bachelor of Arts majoring in criminology

Currently working for:

Perisic & Thomas Lawyers

What year did you start working for this organisation?

I commenced as a Trainee Solicitor in January 2010 at Cosgriff Orchard Legal in Echuca. I was admitted in February 2011 and moved to Perisic & Thomas in Geelong in January 2012.

What was the recruitment process?

Contacted prior to position advertising. Interview set up through networks established at University.

Position title and short job description:

Family Law Solicitor - involves working in federal jusrisdictions (Family Court and Federal Magistrates Court) in addition to state jurisdiction (Magistrates Court and Children's Court (usually Family Division).

Working highlight so far:

Child under 16 years acquitted under Unfit to be Tried legislation.

What are the things you enjoy most about your job?

Assistance of people from low socio-economic areas and who would otherwise not have access to legal assistance.

What has been an area that you have needed assistance?

You need a lot of assistance as a young lawyer! It takes years of experience and you may never have all the answers.

What do you intend to do in the future?

Continue working as a Family Law Solicitor.

#1 tip for current students studying your course:

Obtain as much practical training as you can while you are still studying, it will assist you to build your practical skills and also help with networking or resume building.