We are a well-respected, award-winning law firm with offices in Newcastle & Gosford.

Our criminal law team consists of eight lawyers, three of whom (including both directors) are Accredited Specialists. Both directors are also trial advocates, members of the NSW Law Society's criminal law committee, and frequent presenters at CLE seminars.

We are growing our team and are looking for an experienced criminal lawyer to work in our Newcastle office. We would expect that the successful applicant will have at least two years criminal law experience.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with enthusiasm and energy to join a vibrant and growing, technology-equipped, law firm with enormous potential for professional growth.

About you:

The team member we are seeking will have the following attributes:

• A minimum of three years post-admission experience in criminal law

• Specialist Accreditation in Criminal Law is desirable but not essential

• Experience, ability and confidence to appear in Local Court sentences and defended hearings

• Experience and ability to assist our trial advocates in trials and sentences before the District and Supreme Courts 

• Sound knowledge of the criminal law, criminal procedure, and the Evidence Act

• Highly developed oral and written communications skills

• Highly developed analytical skills

• Good advocacy skills and

• Passion for criminal law

What is on offer?

• A unique opportunity to develop your skills in criminal law

• Mentoring by two senior criminal lawyers

• A collegiate and supportive work environment and

• An attractive salary package and free parking 

• A billable budget based on only 4.5 hours per day

• An industry leading, generous bonus policy

This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated individual who is looking for a new opportunity to join an established firm with an enviable firm culture and positive working environment.