Criminal Lawyer | 2+ PAE | Growing Sydney CBD Law Firm

Our client is a growing Sydney law firm with a dedicated Crime practice. They are looking for a Criminal Lawyer with 2 to 5 years PAE who wants more than file work: regular time in court, direct responsibility for clients and a broad mix of criminal, traffic and regulatory matters, with the Crime Practice Leader backing you directly.

Why you'll love it here
$90,000 - $130,000 for a criminal lawyer with 2 to 5 years PAE
Regular court appearances, so you build real advocacy experience rather than sitting behind a desk
A genuine spread of work, from AVOs and bail applications to defended hearings and appeals across the Local, District and Supreme Courts
Take ownership of your matters and your clients from first instructions to finalisation
Supported directly by the Crime Practice Leader, with practical help when you need it
A supportive, team-oriented and high-performing team culture, working side by side in the office
A growing firm, so there is room to build your profile and your caseload

About the role

You will manage a varied criminal law caseload and appear regularly in the NSW Local Court. Your work will include:
Criminal law proceedings in the Local, District and Supreme Courts




Traffic and driving law matters, including licence appeals and reliable traffic offences
Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) proceedings
Bail applications
Sentence proceedings and defended hearings
Appeals and conviction reviews
Regulatory and quasi-criminal matters

You will have direct client contact, responsibility for progressing your own matters and practical support from the Crime Practice Leader when you need it.

What you'll bring
2 to 5 years PAE in criminal law, ideally with traffic and regulatory exposure
Admission to practise in NSW with a current practising certificate
Confidence on your feet and a genuine appetite for regular court appearances
Strong negotiation and advocacy skills
A team-oriented approach and the drive to take ownership of your own files
Happy to work from the office, as this is a fully office-based role

Additional information
Regular NSW Local Court appearances, plus District and Supreme Court matters
Own your files, supported directly by the Crime Practice Leader
AVOs, bail, sentencing, traffic and licence appeals at a growing Sydney firm
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