Criminal Lawyer

Our client is looking to expand their team by adding a reliable and motivated criminal lawyer to join our close-knit team.

This position will be based in their Beenleigh Office.

The position would suit a self-motivated Solicitor, with a high attention to detail.

The successful Candidate will be responsible for managing their own file load whichmay include a mix of traffic, summary and indictable matters, domestic violenceapplications, child protection litigation and Mental Health Review Tribunal matters.

Applicants would ideally have a demonstrated ability to appear on mentions, bailapplications, sentences, and instructing Counsel in higher court matters.

Key Attributes Include The Ability To

• Be independently motivated and able to work without supervision;
• Have good attention to detail and a strong focus on client care;
• Be comfortable in Court and able to appear daily.
• Willingness to participate in Duty Lawyer duties as required.
• This position comes with the opportunity for growth, both in salary and
  
  

experience, with mentoring from our Director and team of Lawyers.

Your Role

• Independently managing your file load, including both Legally Aided and privately funded matters, ranging in seriousness from traffic matters to serious indictable offences;
• Generating a reliable, repeat client base through referral work;
• Attending various Courts in various jurisdictions, as required for mentions,trials, bail applications, sentences and to instruct Counsel on higher court matters and to provide duty lawyer services;
  
  

Working closely with clients throughout all stages of their matters with a

strong focus on client care;

• Liaising with your clients, including taking instructions, maintaining
  
  

communication and providing advice throughout the course of their matters;

• Providing legal advice and professional legal services in an accurate and
  
  

timely way to achieve the best outcome for your client;

• Conducting thorough legal research, with the ability to produce strong written
  
  

work, including outlines, submissions for negotiation with the Prosecution, etc;

and Completing some ad-hoc clerk/paralegal duties, such as compiling briefs,

Completing Legal Aid Queensland expensive case submissions, etc

Requirements

• QLD Practicing certificate (or ability to obtain such in a short space of time);
• QLD drivers licence and access to a vehicle for regional Court attendances; Experience working at a criminal law firm (prior clerking experience highly regarded);
• Be independently motivated and reliable with a strong sense of professional responsibility.
• Current duty lawyer accreditation would be a significant advantage, however,is not essential. You will, however, be required to attain your accreditation as soon as possible.
• Salary package commensurate with experience.