13 Criminal Law jobs

Criminal Law – Join an Award-Winning, Innovative Legal Firm! Location: Inverell / Tamworth - Northern NSW Full-Time Permanent Role Lyon Legal & Conveyancing Services is transforming the legal landscape, blending traditional legal practice with modern innovation to achieve outstanding client outcomes. We are a passionate and forward-thinking firm looking for a talented  Criminal Lawyer  to join our growing team. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with a background in  Criminal Law  to take charge of their own caseload. You will represent clients in court, provide strategic legal advice, and work closely with a supportive team dedicated to delivering top-tier legal services. What You’ll Do: ✔ Manage a diverse caseload in  Criminal Law , including matters related to divorce, child custody, property settlements, and criminal defence ✔ Appear confidently in court, including procedural and contested hearings ✔ Communicate effectively...

Lawyer – Boutique Law Firm Location: Parramatta, NSW Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time Experience: Ideally 2+ years PAE About the Firm We are a small, established boutique law firm based in Parramatta, providing personalised legal services to individuals and families. We pride ourselves on providing practical, high-quality legal advice while building genuine and lasting relationships with our clients.  About the Role We are seeking a capable and motivated Lawyer to join our growing practice. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work across a range of matters and will be given responsibility appropriate to their experience. You will work directly with clients and have the opportunity to develop your legal skills in a supportive environment. The role may involve work in areas including: Care and P rotection Criminal law General legal advice and representation The precise mix of work can be...

About the business We are a thriving and dynamic firm practising primarily in family and criminal litigation. We are searching for an admitted solicitor to work closely with the Principal and the team. The firm has a solid stimulating, interesting and varied work inflow.  We are expanding and searching for the right candidate to assist our team. In return, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and excel significantly in their legal career. We are open to fast-paced career progression. About the role  Key responsibilities include: Assist the Principal Lawyer and the team in a busy and thriving boutique practice; Working closely with the Principal on interesting, varied & complex Criminal, Family & Civil litigation law matters; Working autonomously and taking active carriage of files; Court attendance including hearings, mentions, procedural hearings, conciliation conferences, mediations, interim hearings, and instructing counsel in...

EXC Law is a modern and progressive law firm based in the Sydney CBD, practising primarily in employment law, commercial law, property, civil litigation, intellectual property, immigration and family law. We continually invest in our people, including learning and development opportunities. You will have the opportunity to work alongside with our experienced Principal Solicitor - Natalie Lim, together with our Special Counsel - James Cho, who is a former Deputy District Registrar of the Federal Court of Australia and Registrar of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia with extensive experience in resolving disputes (presiding in hearings or as registrar mediator) in a diverse range of practice areas, including industrial law, human rights and administrative law, corporations and insolvency law and intellectual property law. We are committed to inviting people from all walks of life to work with us and grow their careers in their own unique way. We are currently...

An unpaid PLT placement which may turn into an ongoing paid role. We are looking for a Social Media star with a journalistic flare. Functions include: Calling clients; Writing legal or legal related articles; Social media posts, stories, highlights and videos. Benefits include: Exposure to a law practice; Court exposure; Potential for ongoing employment; Working in an interesting area of the law - namely criminal law; Career Development.

About the Role Associate to the Honourable Justice Gorton, Common Law Division Supreme Court of Victoria The Honourable Justice Gorton is seeking a legally qualified individual to serve as Associate, commencing in December 2026. Justice Gorton was appointed to the Supreme Court of Victoria in December 2020 and is currently sitting in the Court of Appeal. His Honour began his career as a barrister specialising in commercial law before transitioning into a common law trial and appellate practice. He has briefly sat in the Criminal Division and but will return to a predominantly Common Law focus in 2027. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the administration of justice within the State's highest trial court. The successful candidate will work closely with Justice Gorton, assisting in the preparation and management of cases, conducting legal research, and supporting the efficient operation of the Court. Duties include: Assisting with...

Culturally safe legal service improving outcomes for First Nations women Shape a growing practice through leadership, mentorship and advocacy Suits Aboriginal/Torres Strait Islander lawyers with family law experience About the organisation The Women's Legal Centre ACT (WLC) is a specialist community legal centre committed to improving women's lives and advancing gender equality. Through legal assistance, advocacy, law reform and education, WLC supports women, trans and gender diverse people experiencing complex legal issues across family law, discrimination, employment, migration and sexual violence. WLC is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where First Nations leadership, culture and community knowledge are respected, valued and celebrated. The Mulleun Mura Access to Justice Program The Mulleun Mura Access to Justice (MMA2J) Program is a specialist service led by and for First Nations women. Working within a multidisciplinary model alongside,...

About Us Alton Legal is a well-established law firm located in the heart of Sydney's Central Business District. We are known for our dedication to delivering high-quality legal services across a broad spectrum of practice areas. The Position Alton Legal is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic law students looking to gain practical experience. In this role, you will gain exposure to various aspects of law practice, including: Taking client instructions. Conducting legal research and analysis. Conducting due diligence investigations into property and title searches. Drafting legal documents, including briefs to counsel, written submissions, and affidavits. Liaising with clients, other solicitors, courts, real estate agents, and financial institutions etc. Other administrative and clerical duties. Please note this role is an unpaid fulltime volunteer position. However, all our solicitors are employed directly from the PLT pool, and as such there may well be...

Criminal/Family Lawyer – Join an Award-Winning, Innovative Legal Firm! Location: Inverell / Tamworth - Northern NSW Full-Time Permanent Role Lyon Legal & Conveyancing Services is transforming the legal landscape, blending traditional legal practice with modern innovation to achieve outstanding client outcomes. We are a passionate and forward-thinking firm looking for a talented Criminal/Family Lawyer to join our growing team. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with a background in Criminal and Family Law to take charge of their own caseload. You will represent clients in court, provide strategic legal advice, and work closely with a supportive team dedicated to delivering top-tier legal services. What You’ll Do: ✔ Manage a diverse caseload in Criminal and Family Law , including matters related to divorce, child custody, property settlements, and criminal defence ✔ Appear confidently in court, including procedural and...

Legal Internship / Practical Legal Training (PLT) Opportunity – Criminal Defence Law National Criminal Lawyers® | Bella Vista, NSW Unpaid PLT Placement | Minimum 3–4 Days Per Week | Potential Employment Opportunity About National Criminal Lawyers® National Criminal Lawyers® is an established, award-winning criminal defence law firm specialising exclusively in criminal and traffic law. Founded by Principal Lawyer Michael Moussa (LLM, LLB, GDLP) , our firm has built a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal representation across New South Wales. With over 25 years of combined criminal law experience, our legal team regularly appears in the Local, District and Supreme Courts of New South Wales, representing clients in a broad range of matters, including serious criminal offences, drug offences, sexual offences, domestic violence matters, bail applications, defended hearings and complex criminal litigation. Our firm prides itself on its...

An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic law student or pre-admission graduate to undertake voluntary work experience through an internship or Practical Legal Training Placement with Gramelis Attorneys, a growing law firm situated at Bankstown. The successful applicant will be under the direct supervision and mentorship of the principal of the firm who practised as a barrister for many years before founding the firm. Gramelis Attorneys is a general practice with a strong focus on family law, estate litigation, commercial work and criminal matters. If you believe you have the qualities of an astute, dedicated and enthusiastic law student or graduate and desire to gain invaluable practical experience in the practice of law, send your resume and covering letter to attorneys@gramelis.com.au   and include "PLT Application" in the subject line.

Boston Rose Legal is a respected, growth-oriented Sydney law firm with over 25 years of experience delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal solutions. Based in Fairfield, our firm continues to grow through strong client relationships, consistently high-quality work, and a collaborative, high-performance culture. We are seeking a Solicitor to work across a diverse and engaging practice spanning Family Law, Commercial Law, and Criminal Law . You will work closely with senior leadership, managing your own matters while contributing to a dynamic team environment. This role offers genuine autonomy, hands-on responsibility, and broad exposure across multiple practice areas , providing a strong platform for developing well-rounded legal expertise. If you are looking to step into a role where your contribution is valued, your capability is trusted, and your career can progress meaningfully within a supportive and well-resourced firm, this is an opportunity to make a real...

Boston Rose Legal is a respected, growth-oriented Sydney law firm with over 25 years of experience delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal solutions. Based in Fairfield, our firm continues to grow through strong client partnerships, consistently high-quality work, and a collaborative, high-performance culture. We are seeking a motivated Law Graduate or PLT student who is eager to gain hands-on, real-world legal experience across a range of practice areas, including property, commercial, litigation, family law, and estates. This role offers meaningful exposure to live matters, direct mentoring from experienced solicitors, and the opportunity to develop practical legal skills in a supportive environment. This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate or PLT candidate looking to build a strong foundation for their legal career within a firm that values initiative, learning, and long-term growth. High performers will have clear pathways to ongoing opportunities as the firm...