Do you have a passion for criminal law and want to make a meaningful impact? Join our team as a Lawyer specialising in Youth Justice Services.

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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

 We are seeking a dedicated lawyer to join our Youth team. In this role, you will represent clients in criminal law matters, including preparing cases and appearing for legally aided clients in bail applications, pleas, summary trials, and committal hearings in the Magistrates and Children's Courts.

You will also provide duty lawyer services in these courts, including for clients in custody, and offer legal information and advice to clients and the public.

Additionally, you will contribute to policy, procedure, law reform, and legal service delivery initiatives, maintain networks with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure compliance with quality and case management standards.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong self-management skills, work collaboratively under supervision, and contribute to team planning and the improvement of work practices.

About you

• You have knowledge and experience in preparation, representation and advocacy in criminal law and related matters.
• You are familiar with the practice and procedure of relevant areas of law and ethical standards.

• You communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including clients with complex needs, using trauma-informed principles.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• build and sustain positive relationships.
• be accountable for providing quality services and pursue continuous improvement in your work and outcomes.
• be responsive to guidance and performance feedback and seek opportunities for development.
• demonstrate integrity in decision making and use judgement to escalate issues when required.

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.

• LAQ Applicant information kit (PDF, 3.13MB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  Position description - PO3 Lawyer (crime) (PDF, 215KB)
  Role Description