Criminal Lawyer (Full Time)

Lawyers Weekly; Townsville City; Remote; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation bonus

Sign-on bonus

Performance bonuses

Annual bonuses

Parking

Job summary

Lawyers Weekly in Townsville seeks a Criminal Lawyer to join their team. You will manage a diverse caseload of summary and indictable criminal matters for private clients in a permanent, ongoing role.

The position welcomes senior or junior lawyers and offers a generous salary plus a sign-on relocation bonus, with opportunities for performance bonuses and a supportive, collegial environment near Townsville CBD.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload consisting of summary and indictable criminal matters.
• Act for private clients, providing expert legal advice and representation.
• Attend client conferences and obtain instructions.
• Prepare submissions and negotiate with the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
• Regularly appear in various courts for appeals, breaches, and bail applications.
• Prepare correspondence, including written advice and briefs to counsel.
• Collaborate with some of the best criminal barristers in the field.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Pay great attention to detail in drafting legal documents.

Job description

• Lucrative Salary & Sign-on Relocation Bonus
• Ability to work from home
• Performance bonuses & incentives

Looking for a sea change to the beautiful friendly Far North Queensland town of Townsville.

Company Overview

A leading law firm based in Townsville CBD is seeking a Criminal Lawyer to join their team. This firm is known for its dedication to providing exceptional legal representation and client care. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of summary and indictable matters, acting for private clients. Our client is open to employ either a Senior or Junior Lawyer.

Tasks & Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload consisting of summary and indictable criminal matters.
• Act for private clients, providing expert legal advice and representation.
• Attend client conferences and obtain instructions.
• Prepare submissions and negotiate with the Director of Public Prosecutions (DPP).
• Regularly appear in various courts for appeals, breaches, and bail applications.
• Prepare correspondence, including written advice and briefs to counsel.
• Collaborate with some of the best criminal barristers in the field.
• Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Pay great attention to detail in drafting legal documents.

Benefits

• Lucrative salary well above market rate.
• Sign-on bonus for successful candidates.
• Performance bonuses and incentives provided.
• Annual bonuses and additional paid time off.
• Reserved undercover parking spot for the CBD office.
• Newly fitted-out offices next to the courts.
• A diverse and friendly group of colleagues.
• Regular staff lunches and catchups.
• Wellbeing programs, including regular in-house massages for staff.

Application Process

This position is open to candidates currently in Australia with unrestricted work rights, as this is a permanent, ongoing role. Unfortunately, we are unable to process applications from candidates seeking sponsorship in Australia or those on temporary or working holiday visas.