Criminal Lawyer - Cairns | Full-Time or Part-Time

Take the lead in building something exceptional.

RK Law Queensland is seeking an experienced Criminal Lawyer to establish and grow our criminal practice in Cairns. This is a rare opportunity for a motivated practitioner to take ownership of their work, manage Legal Aid and private clients, and play a key role in expanding our presence in Far North Queensland.

About Us

RK Law is a respected Queensland firm with offices in Caloundra and Cairns, focused on criminal, family, and domestic violence matters. We’re known for being strong advocates who genuinely care about our clients - we don’t back down from a fight, and we’re looking for someone with that same determination.

About the Role

You’ll have some autonomy to run and develop the Cairns criminal law practice, supported by an experienced Principal Lawyer and a dedicated team.
Your work will include:

Managing a variety of criminal and traffic law matters (including Legal Aid files)

Court appearances in the Magistrates, District, and Supreme Courts

Liaising with Legal Aid Queensland and participating in the duty lawyer roster

Assisting occasionally with family law files

What We’re Looking For

Minimum 2 years post-admission experience in criminal law

A self-starter who thrives working independently

Confident advocate with a genuine passion for client outcomes

Bonus: experience or interest in family law

What We Offer

Full-time or part-time (minimum 3 days per week) – flexibility to suit your lifestyle

Salary range $90,000 – $130,000 (pro-rata) depending on experience

Supportive culture, mentoring, and professional development

Apply now — send your resume to Betty Murison, Practice Manager at [email protected]