Job Description

The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following:

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This role will be expected to provide duty lawyer services in the Cairns Integrated Domestic and Family Violence (DFV) court
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Represent clients, including preparing matters, instructing counsel and personally appearing for accused persons in all general criminal law matters, particularly in the Magistrates Court but also District Court sentences.
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Provide duty lawyer services in the Magistrates and Children's Courts and appear on higher court call-overs and mentions.
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Provide legal information and advice to clients and members of the public.
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Help and guide team members and other Legal Aid Queensland staff with enquiries related to a specific area of law.
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Deliver outcomes through self-management and with supervision and guidance from senior legal practitioners as required.
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Collaborate on submissions which support Legal Aid Queensland's contributions to policy, procedure, law reform and legal service delivery initiatives.
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Help initiate and maintain networks with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
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Contribute to team planning and suggest improvements to work practices.
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About You

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You have knowledge and experience independently preparing, representing and advocating in criminal law and related matters.
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You have knowledge of the practice and procedure of the relevant areas of law and ethical standards.
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You communicate in a explicit, concise and articulate manner and engage effectively with stakeholders including clients with complex needs using the principles of trauma informed practice.
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What We Offer You

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Generous salary packaging
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36.25 hrs per week (full time hours)
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12.75% employer super contributions
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Versatile working hours
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Study leave for approved work-related courses.
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Locality Allowance
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Occupational group

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Justice & Legal
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📌 Criminal Lawyer Cairns Cairns Regional (Australia)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Australia