Senior Solicitor Advocate, Criminal Courts – Melbourne

Office Of Public Prosecutions; Melbourne; Sur place; AUD 150 000 - 210 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Office of Public Prosecutions in Melbourne seeks a Principal Solicitor Advocate to lead complex criminal prosecutions across Magistrates' and County Courts. The role focuses on committals, plea hearings, bail applications and appeals, with substantial court appearance time and mentoring of junior advocates.

You will provide expert legal advice, drive outcomes through negotiation with defence and police, and contribute to division-wide innovation.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of criminal law and procedure.
• Experience advocating in complex criminal matters.
• Strong negotiation and advisory skills.

Responsabilités

• Appear in court for the majority of time in Magistrates' and County Courts.
• Conduct committals, plea hearings, appeals and related matters.
• Mentor junior advocates and solicitors within the division.
• Provide expert legal analysis on complex issues and contribute to continuous improvement.

Connaissances

Criminal law expertise

Court advocacy

Negotiation skills

Legal research

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

Admission as Australian Lawyer

Victorian Practising Certificate

Description du poste

Office of Public Prosecutions in Melbourne seeks a Principal Solicitor Advocate to lead complex criminal prosecutions across Magistrates' and County Courts. The role focuses on committals, plea hearings, bail applications and appeals, with substantial court appearance time and mentoring of junior advocates.

You will provide expert legal advice, drive outcomes through negotiation with defence and police, and contribute to division-wide innovation.