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Job DescriptionCriminal Lawyer – Sydney Criminal Lawyers
Location: Sydney, NSW
Position: Full-time
Experience: 1+ years post-admission
About Us
Sydney Criminal Lawyers is a highly respected and dynamic legal practice dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in criminal law matters. We pride ourselves on our client-centred approach, legal expertise, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients.
We are seeking a passionate and motivated Criminal Lawyer to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career lawyer looking to build their career in criminal law with a supportive and experienced team.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in a wide range of criminal law matters, including summary and indictable offences.
- Appear in Local, District, and Children's Courts.
- Conduct Pleas, Hearings, instruct in District and Supreme Court Trials, Section 14 Applications, Licence Appeals, Bail Applications and a vast range of other types of criminal and traffic law related matters.
- Conduct legal research and prepare case strategies.
- Draft legal documents, including submissions and affidavits.
- Provide high-quality legal advice and client advocacy.
- Work closely with senior lawyers on complex cases and trial preparation.
- Occasional travel to country courts and interstate locations.
To succeed in this role, you will be:
- A lawyer with at least 1 year post-admission experience (criminal law experience preferred but not essential).
- Admitted to practice in NSW and hold a current practicing certificate.
- Driver Licence.
- Passionate about criminal law and access to justice.
- An exceptional communicator with strong advocacy and negotiation skills.
- Highly organised, with the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
- A team player who is proactive and eager to learn.
- Work in a highly respected and collaborative team environment.
- Access to mentorship from experienced criminal lawyers.
- Courtroom advocacy experience from the start.
- Clear career progression opportunities.
If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career and have a passion for criminal law, we’d love to hear from you!
Please submit your resume, cover letter to un@sydneycriminallawyers.com.au
Firm or Organisation Name
Sydney Criminal Lawyers
Contact Name
Mia Kowalski
Email Address
un@sydneycriminallawyers.com.au
Telephone
0292618881
Job Level
Post-admission
Sector
Professional services
Country
Australia
State
New South Wales
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