Job details Position status Fixed Term Temporary
Position type Flexible full-time
Occupational group Justice & Legal
Classification PO4
Workplace Location Brisbane - West
Job ad reference QLD/699976
Closing date 15-Sep-2026
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Salary Other
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Contact person Jacilynn Young
Contact details (07) 3723 2301
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Key Details:

- This position is Temporary Full Time from 16 November 2026 for a period of 9 months.
- Be advised that due to the size of the office and requirement to be available for clients between the hours of 8:30am and 4:30pm, there will be limited opportunities to work flexible hours. However, some ad-hoc flexibility can be offered and reasonable flexibility will be considered.

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 & Supreme Court matters.
- Provide duty lawyer services in the Magistrates and Children's Courts and appear on higher court call-overs and mentions in Richlands & Beenleigh.
- Provide legal information and advice to clients and members of the public.
- Help and guide team members and other Legal Aid Queensland staff with enquiries related to a specific area of law.




- Deliver outcomes through self-management and with supervision and guidance from senior legal practitioners as required.
- Collaborate on submissions which support Legal Aid Queensland's contributions to policy, procedure, law reform and legal service delivery initiatives.
- Help initiate and maintain networks with relevant internal and external stakeholders.
- Contribute to team planning and suggest improvements to work practices.

About You:

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

What we offer you

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

Further information

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