Criminal Lawyer (0-3Yrs)

Practice People; Western Australia; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Mentoring from experienced lawyers

Exposure to serious matters

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Practicepeople in Perth, WA, is seeking a junior Criminal Lawyer (0-3 PAE) to join its growing criminal defence team. You will work alongside experienced practitioners on a broad range of matters and gain hands-on advocacy, litigation and client management experience.

The role emphasises mentoring, exposure to serious proceedings and meaningful responsibility from an early stage in your career, with a supportive team culture.

Qualifications

• Up to 3 years post-admission experience, ideally with some exposure to criminal law.
• Strong legal research, analytical and written/verbal communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the preparation and management of criminal law matters, working with partners and senior lawyers.
• Analyse evidence, prepare legal documents and submissions, and support progression from instructions to hearings and trials.
• Attend court appearances, client conferences and counsel briefings to develop technical and client relationship skills.

Skills

Legal research

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

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.