Criminal Lawyer

Note: Candidate with Prior experience in Australia must apply!

Our client is a premier law firm in Townsville providing high-quality legal services to clients throughout Queensland in most areas of law. The law firm consistently experiences growth and remains a leading business in the region. This has been achieved through staff satisfaction, great customer service, and by consistently delivering high-quality outcomes for clients.

The people are important to them and are the wheels that keeps them moving to reach all levels of success individually and as a group.
Tasks & Responsibilities

Full-time Criminal Lawyer

Managing a caseload consisting of summary and indictable matters

Acting for Private clients (non-legal aid)

Attending client conferences and obtaining instructions

Preparing submissions and negotiating with DPP

Regularly appearing in various courts, including for appeals, breaches and bail applications

Preparing correspondence including written advice and briefs to counsel

Working with some of the best criminal barristers

Excellent written & verbal communication and interpersonal skills

Great attention to detail in drafting.

Benefits & Perks

Lucrative Salary & sign-on Bonus

In terms of salary we pay well above market rate

Performance bonuses & incentives provided

We offer annual bonuses and provide additional paid time off

Your own under cover parking spot for the CBD office

Newly fitted-out offices next to the courts

A diverse and friendly group of colleagues

Staff lunches and catchups

Wellbeing programs

Regular in-house massages for staff.

Employer questions

Your application will include the following questions:

Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?

How many years' experience do you have as a Criminal Lawyer?

Do you hold a current Australian legal practising certificate?

What's your expected annual base salary?

How much notice are you required to give your current employer?