Key Details
* There is one permanent full time position in our Southport Office.
* This process will be used to fill vacancies in our other regional offices – please indicate your office preference/s in the questionnaire when applying.
The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following:
* Advise on and argue appeals in the Court of Appeal and the High Court.
* Appear as counsel in:
o Complex, sensitive or difficult trials and sentences in the Supreme and District Court (experience with fraud matters would be valued);
o Mental Health Court proceedings;
o Dangerous Prisoners (Sexual Offenders) Act 2003 proceedings;
o Appeals to the District Court;
o Committals and summary trials;
o approved family law and civil litigation;
o As junior counsel on any matter in each above jurisdiction.
* Travel to and appear in Supreme and District court circuits throughout Queensland, including in remote communities, contributing to efficient listing and resolution of matters.
* Guide lawyers in case preparation, within case management standards, by, inter alia providing advice, feedback and mentoring.
* Provide legal advice to the Public Defender and LAQ's criminal practice.
* Deliver training and mentoring to lawyers and other professionals.
* Advise on strategy, policy and administrative issues.
* Provide advice to LAQ Grants officers in relation to merit assessments for grants of aid.
* Liaise with the courts and other stakeholders in matters relevant to the administration of justice.
* Help the Public Defender to supervise legal work, train, guide and develop the legal skills of staff within the Chambers.
About You
* You are a highly competent advocate with appeal and trial experience across a broad range of matters, possess an instinctive command and understanding of evidence and procedure, and a demonstrated ability to optimally represent accused persons.
* You effectively communicate with all persons, even when under significant pressure. You persuasively advocate and logically and concisely argue.
* You meaningfully contribute to strategies and policies affecting the criminal justice system.
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.
Occupational group
Justice & Legal
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