About Armstrong Legal
Armstrong Legal is a highly respected national law firm with over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality legal services across Australia.
We are now expanding ourCriminal Law practice in Brisbaneand are seeking aSenior Associate Criminal Lawyer Brisbaneto lead our growing Queensland team.
About the Role
ThisSenior Associate Criminal Lawyer Brisbane opportunityoffers an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership position within a dynamic and supportive firm.
You will manage a diverse criminal law caseload while also leading and mentoring theBrisbane Criminal Law team.
You will work closely with the National Practice Director and Practice Leader (Sydney), both accredited specialists.
ThisSenior Associate Criminal Lawyer Brisbane positionoffers an excellent prospect to step into leadership and progress your career.
This role offers a clear pathway toPractice Leader levelfor the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
As aSenior Associate Criminal Lawyer, you will:
Provide expert legal advice and representation in criminal law matters, including complex cases
Manage a high-volume criminal law caseload from start to finish
Draft high-quality legal documents, including charges, defences, and court submissions
Represent clients in court hearings, trials, and mediations
Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and stakeholders
Support business development and growth of the criminal law practice
Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and develop team capability
Assist in developing legal precedents and internal policies
Participate in strategy and executive business meetings
Manage team financial performance and achieve billing targets
About You
To succeed in thisSenior Associate Criminal Lawyer Brisbane role, you will have:
Minimum 5+ years' post-admission experience in Criminal Law
Strong experience handling complex criminal law matters
Specialist Accreditation (highly regarded)
Excellent knowledge of criminal law procedures and court advocacy
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage competing priorities and a busy caseload
A proactive, client-focused approach
Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers
A genuine interest in transitioning into a leadership role
What We Offer
Competitive salary based on experience
Clear pathway to Practice Leader
Exposure to complex and high-quality criminal law matters
A collaborative and supportive national team
Flexible working arrangements promoting work-life balance
Strong administrative support including:Accounts team
HR and marketing support
Dedicated legal tech support
Paralegal assistance
Support in obtaining Specialist Accreditation
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