Senior Public Defender

Salary: 80.00 - 100.00

Posted: 27-01-2025

Category: Arbitration

Melbourne,

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We are seeking a highly skilled advocate to join our Melbourne based Chambers team in the role of Senior Public Defender. Full time ongoing position (part time considered) Salary range: $157,341 - $180,991 (pro rata) plus super plus salary packaging Up to $15,900 in salary packaging and hybrid WFH & office model About the role In this role, you will deliver high quality advocacy for legally aided clients in complex criminal matters in all jurisdictions across Victoria including but not limited to trials, pleas, bail applications, appeals and reviews in 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. About you As our ideal candidate, you will: be an experienced advocate with substantial knowledge and experience in the practice of criminal law. 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 and foster a supportive learning environment in your mentoring and training of criminal lawyers. be passionate for advocating for clients and have the ability to develop strong relationships and communicate effectively with clients and stakeholders at all levels. How to apply To be considered for this role, please submit your current resume and a completed candidate application form (listed within the file attachments). If you require adjustments 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. Applications close by 11.59pm on Sunday 9 February 2025. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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Salary: 80.00 - 100.00

Posted: 27-01-2025

Category: Arbitration

Melbourne,

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