Criminal Lawyer (Cairns)

About this role

The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following:

• This role will be expected to provide duty lawyer services in the Cairns Integrated Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) court

• Represent clients, including preparing matters, instructing counsel and personally appearing for accused persons in all general criminal law matters, particularly in the Magistrates Court but also District Court sentences.

• Provide duty lawyer services in the Magistrates and Children's Courts and appear on higher court call-overs and mentions.

• Provide legal information and advice to clients and members of the public.

• Help and guide team members and other Legal Aid Queensland staff with enquiries related to a specific area of law.

• Deliver outcomes through self-management and with supervision and guidance from senior legal practitioners as required.

• Collaborate on submissions which support Legal Aid Queensland's contributions to policy, procedure, law reform and legal service delivery initiatives.

• Help initiate and maintain networks with relevant internal and external stakeholders.

• Contribute to team planning and suggest improvements to work practices.

About You:

• You have knowledge and experience independently preparing, representing and advocating in criminal law and related matters.

• You have knowledge of the practice and procedure of the relevant areas of law and ethical standards.

• You communicate in a clear, concise and articulate manner and engage effectively with stakeholders including clients with complex needs using the principles of trauma informed practice.

What we offer you

• Generous salary packaging

• 36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)

• 12.75% employer super contributions

• Flexible working hours

• Study leave for approved work-related courses.

• Locality Allowance