Work Type: Ongoing - full time or part timeAbout this roleFull time ongoing position (part time considered)Salary based on experience, range: $157,341 - $180,991 (pro rata) plus superUp to $15,900 in salary packaging and hybrid WFH & office modelAbout the role:
We are seeking an experienced criminal law Barrister / advocate committed to the highest standards of advocacy to join VLA Chambers in Melbourne. Our public defenders appear for legally aided clients in all jurisdictions across Victoria and provide high quality training, mentoring and advice services to lawyers in the legal assistance sector.
Reporting to the Chief Counsel, you will appear as counsel in complex criminal and quasi-criminal law matters (and some civil and human rights litigation) in various courts and tribunals across Victoria including but not limited to, the County and Supreme Courts, the Court of Appeal and occasionally the High Court.
You will provide expert and high-level legal advice in a range of criminal matters and law reform issues. You will also assist in developing the advocacy expertise of our criminal lawyers through mentoring and contributing to our advocacy training programs.
You will have the opportunity to work within a dedicated and highly skilled team, and to use your advocacy expertise to contribute to quality legal practice in both Melbourne and regional areas.
You will have significant and substantial experience, skills and ability as a criminal law Barrister / advocate. You will also have extensive and thorough knowledge, understanding and experience in the practice of State and Federal indictable criminal law and the laws of evidence and criminal procedure.
This role is based at our Melbourne CBD office on Wurundjeri Country About you:
As our ideal candidate, you will:
Be an experienced and effective trial and/or appellate advocate with substantial knowledge and experience in the practice of criminal law, particularly in indictable matters across both state and federal jurisdictions.Consistently produce high quality oral and written advocacy, appear in complex litigation, and provide high level advice on legal and policy issues.Demonstrate a commitment to working collaboratively with others. You will foster a supportive learning environment in your mentoring and training of criminal lawyers, as you help develop their advocacy skills.Be passionate advocating for clients and also have the ability to develop strong relationships and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders at all levels.Possess a current practising certificate which entitles you to practice as a Barrister or government legal practitioner (mandatory).Don't meet every requirement? At VLA, we understand that your work and life experiences can be just as valuable. If you're excited about this role but your CV doesn't align perfectly with our job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or one of our many other opportunities. About Victoria Legal Aid:We provide legal representation to those who need it most. With over 1000 staff employed in 15 offices across Victoria, we help people with their legal problems by providing information, advice and education with a focus on the prevention and early resolution of legal problems.
Our clients come from all walks of life and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds and foster a work culture that's inclusive as well as diverse. Your unique ideas and perspectives are valued so that we best represent the people we serve.
Employee benefits: Focus on work-life balance including flexible working arrangements.Training and professional development opportunities.Excellent salary packaging options including General Expenses up to $15,900, Meals & Entertainment up to $2,650 and Novated Leasing.Supportive team environment in modern offices (including free gym and end-of-trip facilities at our CBD office).How to apply:
To be considered for this role, please submit a current resume and completed candidate application form (listed within the file attachments).
If you require adjustment to the recruitment and selection process or need an alternative format to any of the application material, please don't hesitate to get in touch with our team .
For further information review the attached position description or contact Julia Munster, Chief Counsel on (03) 9269 0380.
No agency applications will be accepted. Applications close by 11.59pm on Sunday 16 June 2024. Other relevant information: It is a requirement that staff attend for office-based days at their primary work location. In line with this requirement, interstate applications will be considered only where the candidate is able and willing to relocate to Victoria, unless part of a border community.
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