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SalaryAre you an experienced lawyer ready to take on a position delivering high-quality criminal law services? You will be assisting vulnerable Queenslanders by representing children and adults charge with criminal offences before all courts in Queensland.Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Justice & Legal
Classification PO4
Workplace Location Townsville region
Job ad reference QLD/574734
Closing date 10-Jul-2024
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Job duration to 1 August 2025 with possible extension
Contact person Helen Armitage, Senior Principal Lawyer
Contact details (07) 4758 5329
Access theAbout Legal Aid QueenslandAre you an experienced lawyer ready to take on a position delivering high-quality criminal law services? You will be assisting vulnerable Queenslanders by representing children and adults charge with criminal offences before all courts in Queensland.This vacancy is until 1 August 2025, with the possibility of extension.What you will do
- Representing clients including preparing matters, instructing counsel and appearing for accused persons in all general criminal law matters
- Provide legal information and advice to clients and the public
- Provide duty lawyer services in the Magistrates and Children's Courts and appear on higher court call-overs and mentions.
- Experience in the conduct of summary and indictable criminal law matters and related areas of law – experience in youth crime is desirable
- Knowledge of the practice and procedure of criminal law, evidence and ethics
- The ability to build and sustain relationships with team members, other colleagues and external stakeholders.
- 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)
- Generous salary packaging
- 12.75% employer super contributions
- Flexible working hours
- Study leave for approved work-related courses.
