Assistant Public Defender

7 days ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Queensland Government Full time

**About us

Our 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.

About the role

Challenging work you will do includes:
Appear as counsel:
in complex, sensitive or difficult trials and sentences in the Supreme and District courts;
in all matters before the Mental Health Court;
in complex committal hearings in the Magistrates Court; and
in approved family law and civil litigation in various jurisdictions.
Working for Legal Aid Queensland

We're committed to looking after you - professionally, financially and socially. Our wide range of benefits allow you to work flexibly and maintain your wellbeing while supporting you to make a positive impact on the lives of Queensland's most disadvantaged people.

We offer:
36.25 hour full-time working week
Flexible working arrangements
Generous salary packaging - up to $30,000 FBT exempt which includes your taxable income tax and increases your take home pay
Novated leasing options
Annual rewards and recognition
Committments to cultural safety
Free confidential counselling sessions for you and your immediate family

See the attached LAQ Employee Benefits to see more benefits.

a cover letter about what you can bring to the role (no more than one page);
a written statement (two pages) on how you have demonstrated the capabilities outlined in the 'About You' section;
your resume/CV that details your relevant experience, work history and qualifications; and
the names of two referees.
Contact

Closes Wednesday 12 March 2025
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