This is a targeted recruitment process. As an equal opportunity measure, under section 105 of the Anti-Discrimination Act 1991 it is a requirement that the incumbent be Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.

Please note that this position works with all clients, not predominately or exclusively with First Nations clients.

To allow confirmation of eligibility to be considered for this role, the successful applicant will be required to submit either a confirmation of Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander status or a Statutory Declaration attesting to their status as an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander person.

Legal Aid Queensland places First Nations clients' specific and unique needs at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to becoming an employer of choice for First Nations peoples so we can represent the communities we serve.

As an emerging lawyer you can bring the legal experience you have into a criminal lawyer role. We are interested in lawyers who have experience in any area of law at any level. You just need a passion for criminal law and an eagerness to learn. This contract is for 12 months. Our previous emerging lawyers have already progressed to higher roles in the organisation.

About the role:

As a Criminal Lawyer you will prepare cases, advocate on behalf of clients, and provide advice to vulnerable Queenslander's charged with criminal offences. You may have the opportunity to appear in a variety of jurisdictions as Legal Aid Queensland represent clients from the Magistrates court through to the High Court of Australia. Our criminal law teams also have the opportunity to contribute to crucial criminal policy and law reform.

Why work for us?

• 36.25 hour working week
• 12.75% super
• Free confidential counselling sessions for yourself and immediate family members with a First Nations Provider
• Attend annual First Nations Conference
• Flexible work arrangements and cultural leave
• Opportunities to consult on First Nations work being done
• Compulsory cultural awareness and safety training for all staff

Check out our attached benefits fact sheet for more information.

To apply please submit your resume/cv.

Applications close 13 April 2025.

Contact

Fiona Lane – Director Practice Management, Criminal Law Services

(07) 3917 0299 - [email protected]

Luke Sarra – Principal Consultant, First Nations Employment

(07) 3917 0150 - [email protected]