Senior Criminal Lawyer — Flexible Hours & Mentoring

Ministry of Justice - New Zealand; Hamilton; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4.4 weeks holiday

Flexible work hours

Online PD portal

Inclusive networks

Job summary

The Ministry of Justice - New Zealand's Public Defence Service in Hamilton is seeking an experienced Senior Lawyer to deliver high quality defence representation and manage a varied criminal caseload. You may appear in the High Court and Court of Appeal when required, contributing to decisions at the highest levels.

You will train, mentor and supervise junior lawyers, working in a collaborative team that values respect, integrity and service.

Qualifications

• PAL3 level listing and be qualified to practice law in New Zealand.
• Proven credibility with judges, peers and others in the legal community.
• Be comfortable being part of a team that supports and relies on one another.
• Enjoy sharing legal expertise and brainstorming with colleagues.
• Empathy and ability to relate to a wide range of people.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality defence representation to legally aided clients.
• Manage a varied caseload of criminal matters, including high profile cases.
• Appear in High Court and Court of Appeals when required.
• Train, mentor and supervise junior lawyers.

Skills

PAL3 level listing

NZ practicing qualification

Mentor junior lawyers

Court appearances (High Court/Appeal)

Job description

The Ministry of Justice - New Zealand's Public Defence Service in Hamilton is seeking an experienced Senior Lawyer to deliver high quality defence representation and manage a varied criminal caseload. You may appear in the High Court and Court of Appeal when required, contributing to decisions at the highest levels.

You will train, mentor and supervise junior lawyers, working in a collaborative team that values respect, integrity and service.