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 our
Criminal Law practice in Canberra
and are seeking a
Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer
to lead our growing Canberra team.
About the Role
This
Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer Canberra opportunity
offers an exciting prospect 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 the Canberra Criminal Law team
.
You will work closely with the
National Practice Director and Practice Leader (Sydney)
, both accredited specialists.
This
Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer Canberra
position offers an excellent opportunity to step into leadership.
This role offers a clear pathway to
Practice Leader level
for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities
As a
Senior 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 this
Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer Canberra 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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