Senior Lawyer, Youth Crime
About the job
As a Senior Lawyer in the youth crime team, you will play a vital role in providing high-quality legal services to children and young people in metropolitan Melbourne. Your expertise will drive access to justice, ensuring that young individuals receive the support they need in the legal system. The team values collaboration and inclusivity, fostering a supportive environment where diverse ideas and perspectives are embraced.
You'll be responsible for
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Providing legal services
Delivering high quality legal services including legal advice, duty lawyer services, outreach services, casework, advocacy, and negotiation for children and young people in court.🔍
Conducting complex casework
Undertaking complex casework and advocacy, utilizing specialized legal knowledge in youth crime.👩🏫
Supervising and mentoring
Providing supervision, training, and mentoring to other lawyers, contributing to their professional development.Key criteria
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Youth crime legal expertise
Substantial knowledge and experience in youth crime practice.View
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Court advocacy experience
Strong advocacy skills in court settings for youth cases.View
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Interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to develop relationships with diverse stakeholders.View
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