Leading Criminal Law Advocate

7 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Legal Aid Full time

About the Role

As a senior lawyer with Legal Aid Queensland, you will represent clients in complex and high-profile criminal law matters related to the Mental Health Review Tribunal. You will work closely with the principal lawyer to supervise, train, and guide staff within Criminal Law Services.

About You

The ideal candidate has extensive experience in conducting summary and indictable criminal law matters, as well as related areas of law. They should be able to conduct quasi-criminal law matters, such as Mental Health Court referrals and cases before the Mental Health Review Tribunal.

Responsibilities

  • Represent clients in Mental Health Review Tribunal matters
  • Instruct counsel on complex and high-profile cases
  • Supervise, train, and guide staff within Criminal Law Services
  • Contribute to improving the legal aid and criminal justice systems

Benefits

Working for Legal Aid Queensland offers a range of benefits, including:

  • 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

Our Culture

We value diversity, flexibility, learning, and continuous improvement. Our goal is to provide quality, cost-effective legal services to financially disadvantaged people throughout Queensland.


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