Lawyer, Criminal Law Services

1 week ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time $90,000 - $120,000 per year

About Legal Aid Queensland

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

At Legal Aid Queensland, you'll join a respected organisation known for championing social justice, accountability, respect, quality, and cost-effectiveness. We're on a mission to create a fairer legal system where everyone can understand and protect their rights.

As part of the Criminal Law Practice, you'll gain hands-on experience representing children and adults charged with criminal offences across all courts in Queensland. From providing vital duty lawyer services to preparing complex cases and appearing in higher courts, every day will bring challenges and opportunities to grow.

About you

Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

Representing clients in criminal law matters, including bail applications, pleas, summary trials, committal hearings, and higher court mentions.

Providing duty lawyer services and legal advice to clients in the Magistrates and Children's Courts, including assisting clients in custody.

Advocating for clients, preparing cases, and instructing counsel in all jurisdictions.

Helping shape the future of legal aid by supporting law reform, policy initiatives, and service delivery improvements.

Find out more about the role and how to apply in the attached role description.

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%

Flexible working hours

Study leave for approved work-related courses.

Find out more about working in Legal Aid Queensland here: work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.



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