Senior Lawyer
2 days ago
Located in Brisbane, the successful applicant will assist clients appearing before specific Courts and Tribunals.
Legal Aid Queensland's vision is to be a leader in a fair justice system where people are able to understand and protect their legal rights.
Our purpose is to provide quality, cost effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.
We embrace diversity, flexibility, learning and continuous improvement to deliver quality legal services.
The work is challenging but rewarding - and that is why staff wellbeing and work/life balance are a top priority for us.
About the role As a senior lawyer, you will represent legally aided clients and instruct counsel in complex and high profile criminal law (Mental Health Review Tribunal) matters while assisting the principal lawyer to supervise the legal work of, train and guide staff within Criminal Law Services.
The role also gives you the opportunity to contribute to improvements to the legal aid and criminal justice systems.
About you The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the conduct of summary and indictable criminal law matters and related areas of law and the ability to conduct quasi criminal law matters such as Mental Health Court referrals and matters before the Mental Health Review Tribunal.
As a member of the Legal Aid Queensland Community, you will receive: A 36.25 hour working week (full time hours) Generous salary packaging Employer super contributions of 12.75% Study leave for approved work-related courses.
We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.
Further information Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.
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