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Working With RACSGeneral Information | Working as a Student Volunteer | Working as a Volunteer Migration AgentWorking at RACS as a Seconded Solicitor | Positions Vacant | Working at RACS as a Volunteer Interpreter WORKING AT RACS AS A SECONDED SOLICITOROverviewRACS hosts solicitors from law firms in the private sector to work at RACS as refugee caseworkers. This project increases the number of clients that RACS is able to assist. It also serves to increase the legal profession’s understanding of refugee law. Duties of Seconded Solicitors Those solicitors seconded to RACS would be expected to undertake the same duties as RACS’ solicitors. RACS’ solicitors typically provide legal assistance to approximately 200 asylum seekers at any one time. This legal work may involve protection visa application assistance, representation at the Refugee Review Tribunal, assistance at Department of Immigration and Multicultural and Indigenous Affairs’ interviews and/or requests for Ministerial Intervention. RACS solicitors also provide assistance in matters related to Protection Visas and referrals to other agencies or lawyers where appropriate. Working with RACS | Education and Training | Publications | Links | Donating to RACS |