The ACT Law Society is the peak professional body for solicitors in the ACT, representing the local legal profession while also performing a regulatory and public protection role within the close-knit Canberra market.

Due to a promotion within the Investigations and Litigation team, the ACT Law Society is seeking to hire a talented Principal Lawyer with a minimum of 8 years PQE, with litigation experience.

You'll join a function has been largely external until relatively recently and runs as an in-house practice. We are looking for someone with proven leadership skills and strong litigation expertise ideally in the areas of criminal, commercial, employment, regulatory or administrative law; other areas in litigation will also be considered. This role will suit a strategic thinker capable of handling the full lifecycle of matters, strong with issue spotting, working autonomously with critical stakeholders, and supporting to lead and build the in-house function.





Whilst the team runs at a fast pace, The ACT Law Society deeply values individual needs and actively practices work life balance.

This is a genuine opportunity to help build and shape the practice, supporting the Director in the strategy and vision for the Investigations and Litigation function while taking a key role in its ongoing leadership and development.

On offer is an excellent package and the chance to learn from a highly motivated leadership group with generous leave and perks.

For a confidential discussion or to request further information, please contact either Jim Roy or Jackie Jones at JJR Advisory on

Jim: 04•• •• •919 | E: ••••@jjradvisory.com.au

Jackie: 04•• ••• 859 | E: ••••@jjradvisory.com.au

📌 Principal Lawyer, Investigations and Litigation - The ACT Law Society (Canberra)
🏢 JJR Advisory
📍 Canberra