Job Description
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About Armstrong Legal
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Armstrong Legal is a highly respected
national law firm
with over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality legal services across Australia.
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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 n
This
Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer Canberra opportunity
offers an exciting opportunity to step into a leadership position within a dynamic and supportive firm.
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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.
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This
Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer Canberra
position offers an excellent chance to step into leadership.
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This role offers a explicit pathway to
Practice Leader level
for the right candidate.
Key Responsibilities n
As a
Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer
, you will:
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Provide expert legal advice and representation in
criminal law matters
, including complex cases
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Manage a
high-volume criminal law caseload
from start to finish
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Draft high-quality legal documents, including
charges, defences, and court submissions
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Represent clients in
court hearings, trials, and mediations
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Build and maintain strong relationships with
clients and stakeholders
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Support business development and




growth of the criminal law practice
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Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and
develop team capability
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Assist in developing
legal precedents and internal policies
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Participate in
strategy and executive business meetings
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Manage team financial performance and
achieve billing targets
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About You n
To succeed in this
Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer Canberra role
, you will have:
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Minimum
5+ years' post-admission experience in Criminal Law
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Strong experience handling
complex criminal law matters
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Specialist Accreditation (highly regarded)
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Excellent knowledge of
criminal law procedures and court advocacy
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Strong written and verbal communication skills
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Ability to manage
competing priorities and a busy caseload
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A proactive, client-focused approach
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Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers
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A genuine interest in transitioning into a
leadership role
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What We Offer n
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Competitive salary based on experience
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Clear pathway to
Practice Leader
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Exposure to complex and high-quality criminal law matters
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A collaborative and supportive national team
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Flexible working arrangements promoting
work-life balance
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Strong administrative support including:n
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Accounts team
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HR and marketing support
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Dedicated legal tech support
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Paralegal assistance
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Support in obtaining
Specialist Accreditation
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📌 Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer Canberra
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📍 Canberra