Weekend Duty Lawyer - Criminal Law (SCL 1-4)
Legal Aid Western Australia
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Job summary
Legal Aid WA’s Criminal Law Division in Perth seeks criminal lawyers for weekend duty work at Northbridge Police Complex and Perth Children’s Court. Part-time or full-time schedules with a minimum weekend commitment, and flexible roster patterns across 12 months.
Roles include duty lawyer services, legal advice, and criminal casework, with opportunities for permanency. Assignments at Specified Calling Levels 1–4 vary from duty-only work to full casework, with weekend penalties, flexi-time, and
Qualifications
- Strong advocacy to deliver the best outcome for clients.
- Experience in criminal practice is desirable for higher levels.
- Ability to manage clients in crisis, including mental health issues.
Responsibilities
- Provide duty lawyer services and legal advice on weekends.
- Perform case work and related legal services in criminal matters.
- Interview accused persons, take instructions, and appear in court when rostered.
Skills
Job description
Legal Aid WA’s Criminal Law Division in Perth seeks criminal lawyers for weekend duty work at Northbridge Police Complex and Perth Children’s Court. Part-time or full-time schedules with a minimum weekend commitment, and flexible roster patterns across 12 months.
Roles include duty lawyer services, legal advice, and criminal casework, with opportunities for permanency. Assignments at Specified Calling Levels 1–4 vary from duty-only work to full casework, with weekend penalties, flexi-time, and
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