Join to apply for the Senior Lawyer role at Department of Justice QLD4 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Senior Lawyer role at Department of Justice QLDGet AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.Department of Justice QLD provided pay rangeThis range is provided by Department of Justice QLD. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$129,089.00/yr - $138,273.00/yrCrown Law is part of the Department of Justice and provides integrated legal services to safeguard Queensland's public interest. With a client base spanning Queensland Government departments, agencies, and statutory bodies, Crown Law is involved in some of the state's most significant and high-profile legal matters.Crown Law's purpose is clear: to protect and support government in the public interest, guided by the values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect, and Responsibility.As a Senior Lawyer within the Administrative Law team, you will:Provide expert legal advice and advocacy in administrative law, with an approximate 50/50 split between advisory and litigation work, including judicial reviews, QCAT hearings, and privacy appeals.Provide advice on statutory interpretation and decision-making to high-level decision-makers and various State government agencies and statutory bodies.Represent government departments in Right to Information (RTI) and Information Privacy Act matters, often involving self-represented parties.Draft high-quality statements of reasons and post-decision correspondence.Manage your own files independently, including appearances in the Supreme Court and QCAT.Assist with inquiries and royal commissions as required.Mentor junior legal staff and contribute to the collaborative team culture.Skills And ExperienceTo succeed in this role, you will bring:Admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland (or eligibility for admission).Minimum 5 years post-admission experience, with proven exposure to administrative law, judicial review, statutory interpretation, and government litigation.Confidence managing complex files independently, including litigation under the Judicial Review Act 1991.Strong understanding of the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules (UCPR).The ability to prioritise work and exercise sound legal judgment in a fast-paced government practice.Experience with information privacy, RTI matters, or tribunal advocacy will be highly regarded.A background in either government legal teams or private practice with public sector clients is welcomed.Why Join Crown Law?Crown Law offers a career that Is intellectually stimulating, personally rewarding, and supportive of your work-life Balance.Here's What You Can ExpectChallenging, high-profile legal work.Flexible work arrangements, including a 36.25-hour work week and part-time work.Generous superannuation of up to 12.75% and a comprehensive leave package.Access to professional development programs, secondment opportunities, and leadership training.A supportive, inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and respect.A focus on staff well-being, with strategies to support resilience in managing complex or sensitive matters.How To ApplyAPPLY NOW or contact Georgina See or Bianca Davies on (07) 3211 1229, or via email at: georgina@lawstaff.com.auApplications to remain current for 12 months.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typePart-timeJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesGovernment AdministrationReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Department of Justice QLD by 2xGet notified about new Senior Lawyer jobs in Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.Brisbane, Queensland, Australia 2 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 3 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 4 days agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoBrisbane, Queensland, Australia 7 months agoSenior Lawyer - 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