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Special Counsel

SeniorPart-timeHybridBrisbane QLD, AustraliaPosted 4 months agoVerified 9 hours ago
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About the job

This job offers an intellectually stimulating and rewarding opportunity with Crown Law, where you can thrive in a flexible working environment. As part of a diverse team, you will engage in high-stakes legal matters, providing strategic leadership and expert advice. The commitment to personal and professional development ensures that everyone can reach their full potential while upholding values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect, and Responsibility.

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You'll be responsible for

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Providing strategic leadership

Deliver strategic leadership on statutory interpretation, resolving complex issues and influencing policy.
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Setting standards for legal drafting

Establish and uphold standards for legal drafting across the organisation, ensuring quality and compliance.
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Championing practice management

Lead governance and practice management strategies, ensuring ethical and client-focused service delivery.

Key criteria

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Statutory interpretation expertise

Proven experience providing strategic leadership on complex statutory interpretation.

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Legal advice proficiency

Demonstrated ability to deliver authoritative legal advice in sensitive contexts.

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Legal research standards

Experience leading high-quality legal research projects and influencing practices.

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5 criteria for this job
Statutory interpretation expertise
Proven experience providing strategic leadership on complex statutory interpretation.

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Legal advice proficiency
Demonstrated ability to deliver authoritative legal advice in sensitive contexts.

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Legal research standards
Experience leading high-quality legal research projects and influencing practices.

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Litigation and advocacy skills
Advanced skills in managing complex litigation and presenting submissions.

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Client relationship management
Experience acting as a trusted advisor to high-profile clients, ensuring tailored solutions.

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