Criminal Lawyer

Bell Criminal Lawyers; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary negotiable

Performance-based bonuses

Career development opportunities

Varied criminal matters

Job summary

Bell Criminal Lawyers, a Brisbane-based boutique criminal law firm, seeks a Criminal Lawyer to join a dynamic Accredited Specialist team. The role involves handling a mixed caseload, appearing in Court daily, and providing expert defence across criminal matters from the Brisbane CBD with regional travel as needed.

The successful candidate will join a supportive team, with an attractive remuneration package discussed based on experience. Brisbane-based with flexible travel to regional Courts.

Qualifications

• Admitted to practise as a solicitor in Queensland.
• Criminal law experience essential; demonstrated ability to appear in Court daily.
• Excellent communication, time management, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a mixed load of legal aid and privately funded matters independently.
• Provide expert legal advice and representation across criminal law matters.
• Travel to regional jurisdictions for Court appearances as required.
• Work with a dedicated team to achieve best outcomes for clients.

Education

QLD Solicitor Admission

Job description

Bell Criminal Lawyers is a boutique law firm specialising in criminal law, based in the Brisbane CBD.Established in 2022, the firm is comprised of a dynamic team of passionate, hardworking and dedicated Accredited Specialists in criminal law. Our lawyers and administrative support team pride themselves in taking a personalised and empathetic approach to client care, and we are unyielding in the advocacy of our client’s rights.

The Role

An exciting opportunity is available for a Criminal Lawyer to join the team at Bell Criminal Lawyers. The ideal candidate will thrive in a team environment, be client focused with a view to consistently achieving positive outcomes for clients while maintaining a balance of professionalism and personable qualities. The successful candidate will be based in our Brisbane CBD office, with the ability to travel to regional Courts when necessary.

An attractive remuneration package will be discussed with the successful candidate, based on experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a mixed case load of legal aid and privately funded matters independently, with minimal supervision.
• Provide expert legal advice and representation across various criminal law matters.
• Travel to regional jurisdictions when required for Court appearances.
• Work alongside a dedicated team to ensure the best possible outcomes for clients.

To be considered for this role, you must:

• Be admitted to practise as a solicitor in Queensland.
• Criminal law experience (Level of post-admission experience required for this position is not fixed. For the right candidate, we can adapt the role to suit varying levels of experience, but criminal law experience is essential).
• A demonstrated ability to appear in Court on a daily basis.
• A valid driver’s licence and access to a car.
• Excellent communication skills (both written and interpersonal).
• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage and prioritise multiple client files.
• Ability to work independently, work to deadlines and manage your workload effectively.
• The ability to build and maintain the trust and confidence of clients and the Court.
• Be proactive, with a strong work ethic and willingness to take on challenges to get the job done.

Why Join Us?

• Salary negotiable, based on experience, with clear, performance-based bonuses.
• Career development opportunities in a supportive and growing team.
• An exciting opportunity to work on a wide range of criminal law matters.
• Favourable working conditions with quality, interesting work.

Bell Criminal Lawyers is committed to equal employment opportunities and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.