Butler McDermott Lawyers has served the Sunshine Coast and greater region for over 100 years, with proven experience across almost all facets of law. We act for clients from our Nambour and Birtinya offices, appearing regularly in the Magistrates, District and Supreme Courts.

About the role

We are seeking a Criminal Lawyer to join our criminal law team. You will carry your own caseload from first conference through to hearing, with support from senior practitioners who are genuinely invested in your development.

You will be based across both our Birtinya and Nambour offices, with the flexibility to work from home part of each week.

What you'll do
Manage a diverse criminal defence caseload — traffic, drug, property, domestic violence and indictable matters
Appear in the Magistrates Court and instruct Counsel in higher courts
Prepare briefs, submissions and sentencing material
Build and maintain client and referrer relationships across the Sunshine Coast





About you
Admitted as a solicitor in Queensland (or eligible for admission) and hold, or be eligible for, a current practising certificate
[1–5]+ years' post-admission experience in criminal law — we will also consider robust junior applicants with transparent criminal law exposure
Confident advocate, or ready to be
Excellent written and verbal communication, and sound judgement under pressure
Current driver's licence and willingness to work across both offices

What we offer
Hybrid working — Birtinya, Nambour and from home
Early and regular court appearances, not just file preparation
A collegiate, long-established firm where you are a name, not a number
Lifestyle you can't get in the city — beaches, hinterland and a short commute
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