Intermediate/Senior Criminal Lawyer

19 hours ago

Darwin Northern Territory Australia NAAJA Full time $120,000 - $180,000 per year

About NAAJA

The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency Ltd (NAAJA) provides legal assistance and justice services for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the Northern Territory. With offices in Darwin, Palmerston, Katherine, Tennant Creek and Alice Springs, NAAJA is recognised as a leading legal service and has received national and local human rights and crime prevention awards for its work.

We are committed to providing quality representation for our clients and driving long-term change in the justice system through law reform, advocacy, and education.

We Offer

  • Competitive salaries
  • Generous leave entitlements – 6 weeks annual leave + 17.5% loading, 3 weeks personal leave and more
  • Salary packaging up to $18,550 tax free
  • Professional development opportunities
  • The opportunity to make a genuine difference for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities

About the Role

As a Criminal Lawyer, you will provide high-quality legal advice and representation to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients charged with criminal offences. You'll work across a diverse range of matters in the Local and Supreme Courts, including pleas, hearings, trials and appeals.

You will be part of a dedicated team of criminal solicitors, client service officers, and administrative staff who share a commitment to justice, advocacy, and cultural respect. This role may involve travel to regional and remote communities for bush courts and outreach work.

What You'll Do

  • Represent clients in the Local and Supreme Courts, including bail applications, committals, trials, and appeals
  • Provide high-quality legal advice on complex criminal law issues
  • Mentor and support junior lawyers and contribute to the professional growth of your team
  • Participate in after-hours custody phone and duty lawyer services as required
  • Contribute to law reform, policy development, and community legal education initiatives
  • Uphold NAAJA's values of excellence, respect, accountability, courage and innovation in all aspects of your work

What You'll Bring

  • Admission (or eligibility for admission) as a legal practitioner in the Northern Territory
  • Demonstrated understanding of the issues contributing to the disproportionate involvement of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in the criminal justice system
  • Proven experience in criminal law advocacy, including trial and appellate work
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work respectfully with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander clients and communities
  • High-level time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities
  • Willingness to travel to remote communities across the Northern Territory
  • Current driver's licence and ability to obtain a Working with Children Clearance (Ochre Card)

Use your legal skills to create real change. Join NAAJA's Criminal Law team and make a lasting difference in the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people.

Apply Today

Be part of a legal team that walks with communities, not just for them.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply.

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