Job Description
Key Details: This position is Temporary Full Time from date of appointment till 30 June **** with the possibility of extension.
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Reimbursement or payment of relocation costs may be considered on appointment of successful applicant in accordance with the Domestic Travelling and Relieving Expenses Directive *****.The successful candidate will play an integral role in the following: 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 transparent, 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 youGenerous salary packaging***** hrs per week (full time hours)*****% employer super
contributionsFlexible
working hoursStudy leave for approved work-related courses.
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Locality AllowanceThis work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 3.0 Australia License.

📌 Criminal Lawyer (Courtlink) (Rockhampton)
🏢 Queensland Government
📍 Rockhampton