An exciting opportunity has become available for a criminal lawyer to join the Northern NSW office of our growing criminal law firm. About us Hugo Law Group is a market leader in the industry, providing exceptional representation to people facing serious criminal charges. With offices in Northern NSW, Sydney, Canberra, and Perth, the firm is dedicated to expanding its reach and delivering the highest quality of service to clients across Australia. Mentoring and supporting our lawyers and staff is at the heart of what we do. Sharing our knowledge allows each of our team members to learn and grow. At Hugo Law Group, you will be surrounded by smart, honest, ambitious people who work hard to get the best outcomes for our clients. You will have access to competitive employee benefits and training in professional skills to make you a better advocate and lawyer. Description We are seeking an energetic and efficient criminal lawyer with at least 2 years PAE to join our Northern NSW office. Ideally, the successful candidate will be based in close proximity to the Lismore Local and District Courthouse and the surrounding areas to best service our clients' legal needs and ensure timely, efficient support. The successful applicant will possess: Experience appearing in summary proceedings including pleas, defended hearings, and release applications. Experience instructing counsel in more complex matters. Excellent attention to detail with strong oral and written communication skills. A high level of organisation and time management. The ability to analyse complicated briefs of evidence. The capacity to work well under pressure, multi-task, coordinate, take initiative, and prioritise your workload with competing demands. A strong work ethic and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. You must be committed to providing expert legal representation to individuals while offering support, understanding, and unbiased compassion to our clients. In return for your expertise, enthusiasm, and professionalism you will: Receive a competitive salary package, commensurate with your level of expertise and the role you will undertake, including a mobile phone, CPD training expenses, membership fees, and legal practice certification costs. Work closely with some of the most highly regarded solicitors and barristers in NSW, ACT, and WA. Be joining a dynamic, exciting, and growing criminal law firm with a highly enthusiastic and team-based culture. Receive ongoing mentorship and training. Have the opportunity to continually progress in your career. To apply, please email your CV, together with a cover letter ******. All applications will be dealt with on a strictly confidential basis. Applications close at 5pm on Monday, 4 November 2024. #J-18808-Ljbffr