Criminal Law Solicitor

Colville Johnstone Lawyers is a well-established Law Firm, based in Cleveland, with a reputation of providing high end legal services to our clients in most areas of law. We are conveniently located next to the Cleveland Police Station and the Cleveland Magistrates Court and have on-site car parking facilities.

We have a strong, long standing client base, since commencing business operations in 2007. The directors of the firm pride themselves on upholding real family values and ensuring staff do not work outside normal business hours - unless absolutely necessary.

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a motivated and enthusiastic Criminal Law Solicitor to join our team.

The role will include:

• Working closely alongside the Managing Director, Bruce Johnstone, and two (2) legal assistants in the Criminal Law and Domestic Violence department of the Practice; and
• Appearing in the Cleveland Magistrates Court as Criminal Law Duty Lawyer (one week every month) and as the Domestic Violence Duty Lawyer (a couple days per month); and
• The successful applicant will also be required to regularly appear in other Magistrate, District and Supreme Courts, throughout the state of Queensland; and
• Working alongside Barristers as well as other stakeholders, such as the Police Prosecution, Director of Public Prosecution, Court staff, forensic psychologists etc; and
• The work will consist of a fairly equal split of private paying and legal aid clients; and 
• The position requires a full time candidate to work 5 days a week, from 8.30am to 5pm.

Responsibilities:

The successful Applicant will:

• Be highly motivated, driven to work autonomously and be a team player; and
• Need to appear in all Courts throughout Queensland (but predominantly, Cleveland); and 
• Need to be a clear and concise advocate; and
• Be able to consider the evidence of the Prosecution against the law and case law authorities and be able to give a detailed legal opinion; and 
• Have good writing and computer skills;
• Be able to brief a Barrister with clear and concise instructions.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Solicitor; and
• A good knowledge and experience in Criminal Law and domestic violence matters; and
• Proficiency in drafting.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to effectively liaise with referrers, clients, and other stakeholders.
• The successful application must have excellent attention to detail and computer skills and be a team player.

What We Offer:

• The remuneration will be considered as being extremely generous, however will be negotiated in accordance with the successful applicant's personal qualities, skills and experience.
• A working environment that supports real work-life balance.
• Opportunities to expand and develop your own referrers and clients, with the support and resources of our established firm.
• Work closely with our leadership team.
• Ongoing professional development and growth opportunities to enhance your skills and advance your career.

If you think you are a suitable candidate for this role, we strongly encourage you to apply for this position to join our dedicated team of professionals and be part of a law firm that values its employees' contributions and provides a platform for personal and professional success.

To apply, please submit your resume.

If you think you are a suitable candidate for this role, we strongly encourage you to apply for this position by selecting “Apply” now or by emailing *****@cjlawyers.com.au and/or *****@cjlawyers.com.au.