Legal Aid Queensland are seeking an experienced lawyer to join the Criminal Law Services division. You will prepare cases and advocate on behalf of clients and provide advice about criminal law and quasi criminal law matters and will undertake interesting and varied casework in a wide range of criminal law and related matters.

Job details

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

Your responsibilities will include representing clients in criminal law and related matters at all stages of proceedings.  You will provide duty lawyer services in the Magistrates and Children's Courts, offer legal advice to clients and the public, and support team members with legal enquiries. You will work both independently and with guidance from senior practitioners, contribute to policy and law reform submissions, build strong networks with stakeholders, and play an active role in team planning.

About you

You will be an experienced practitioner able to independently represent clients and have knowledge of the practice and procedure of Criminal Law and ethical standards. You communicate effectively and engage with complex clients using the principles of trauma informed practice.

You are a results-driven individual who excels at building and maintaining positive relationships, takes accountability for delivering high-quality services, and is committed to continuous improvement. With integrity at the core of your decision-making, you exercise sound judgement and know when to seek guidance or escalate issues. You embrace feedback and proactively seek de-velopment opportunities, striving to enhance both your personal and profes-sional outcomes.

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: https://www.legalaid.qld.gov.au/About-us/Careers

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Position description - PO4 Lawyer (crime) (PDF, 199KB)
  Role Description
  
  LAQ Applicant information kit (PDF, 3.13MB)
  Information Package for Applicants