Description

An outstanding opportunity has arisen for a Junior Criminal Lawyer (1-3 PAE) to join a well-established boutique CBD firm known for its high-quality criminal practice.

This role is ideal for a lawyer with experience in criminal law and a genuine interest in developing their career in this area.
You will be involved in high-quality criminal matters, enjoy regular court appearances, and receive direct training and mentorship from the Principal Lawyer and senior staff.
For the right candidate, there is also a genuine opportunity to broaden your litigation skillset through structured training and mentorship from the Principal Lawyer in selected civil matters.

What's in It for You?

• Premium, complex criminal matters that actually test and develop you
• Real advocacy and client ownership
• Direct mentorship from the Principal Lawyer in criminal law, with civil exposure for those keen to broaden
• Opportunity to expand into civil litigation without losing your criminal focus
• Boutique feel with a top-tier standard of work and presentation
• A team where your work is seen, trusted, and valued

About the Firm

• Boutique CBD practice with a strong reputation in criminal law
• Hands-on senior lawyers who are sharp, experienced, and invested in mentoring
• Collaborative and collegiate culture
• Well-resourced office and a team of six experienced lawyers

The Role

You will be hands-on from day one, with responsibility supported by strong supervision:

• Running high-quality criminal matters end-to-end (with support where it counts)
• Advising clients in sensitive, high-pressure situations with discretion and confidence
• Regular court appearances, negotiations, and hands-on advocacy
• Managing key stakeholder and client relationships
• Exposure to civil litigation matters, with direct training from the Principal Lawyer
• Travel to regional courts as required (travel allowance provided)

About You

• 1-3 years' post-admission experience with criminal law experience
• Genuinely passionate about criminal law
• Confident with regular court appearances
• Thrives in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment
• Able to work autonomously while contributing to a collaborative team
• Proactive, reliable, and willing to step in and support colleagues
• Curious to broaden your litigation skills through civil work, without losing your criminal focus

Remuneration

• Salary commensurate with experience

Get in touch with Bec at Day One Recruitment for a confidential briefing or apply today.

bec@dayonerecruitment.com.au | 042 805 7300

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