Criminal Lawyer (0-3yrs)

Practicepeople; Perth, Canberra; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring

Broad exposure to criminal matters

Supportive team

Job summary

Practicepeople seeks a Criminal Lawyer (0-3 PAE) in Perth, WA to join a growing national criminal law firm. You will work alongside experienced practitioners, gaining exposure to a broad range of criminal matters while developing advocacy, litigation and client management skills.

You will assist with preparation, analyse evidence, prepare submissions, attend court appearances, conferences and counsel briefings, and build your career in criminal defence through mentoring and meaningful

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years' post-admission experience, preferably with exposure to criminal law.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparation and management of criminal matters, with partners and senior lawyers.
• Analyse evidence, prepare documents and submissions, progress matters through hearings and trials.
• Attend court appearances, client conferences and counsel briefings, building advocacy and client-management skills.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Written communication

Verbal communication

Organisational skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Willingness to learn

Job description

Job Title & Location

Criminal Lawyer (0-3 PAE) | Perth, WA

Introduction

This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer to build a long-term career in criminal defence within a growing and supportive practice. Working alongside experienced practitioners, you will gain exposure to a broad range of criminal matters while developing your advocacy, litigation and client management skills.

About the Firm

This growing national criminal law firm is known for its high-quality representation, collaborative culture and strong commitment to mentoring and professional development.

The Role

• Assist with the preparation and management of criminal law matters, working closely with partners and senior lawyers across a diverse range of files.


• Analyse evidence, prepare legal documents and submissions, and support the progression of matters from initial instructions through to hearings, trials and finalisation.


• Attend court appearances, client conferences and counsel briefings while developing your technical, strategic and client relationship skills.

About You

• You will ideally have up to 3 years' post-admission experience, preferably with some exposure to criminal law, and a genuine desire to build a career in criminal defence.


• You will have strong legal research, analytical and problem-solving skills, together with excellent written and verbal communication abilities.


• You will be proactive, organised and detail-oriented, with sound judgment, strong interpersonal skills and a willingness to learn from experienced practitioners.

Benefits & Opportunities

• Receive direct mentoring from experienced criminal defence lawyers and ongoing support for your professional development.


• Gain exposure to a broad range of criminal matters, including serious and complex proceedings, with meaningful responsibility from an early stage in your career.


• Join a supportive and close-knit team and work alongside highly regarded barristers and criminal law practitioners within a growing national firm.