Position Overview:

Join a leading Melbourne criminal defence team to lead institutional liability and professional misconduct matters from start to finish.

About the Law Firm:

Our client is a well-regarded criminal defence law firm, representing clients in all criminal matters from traffic offences to major trials involving white-collar crime, fraud, drug trafficking and violent offences. They are regularly retained for superior court appeals and are recognised as a first-tier firm in Doyle’s Guide.

What You’ll Be Doing:

As a Criminal Defence Litigation Solicitor, you’ll support and lead defence litigation matters across institutional liability, professional misconduct and disciplinary proceedings, developing and expanding your practice at every stage.

• Conduct legal research and draft strategic advices on complex regulatory matters.
• Assist with case preparation, briefs and trial documentation.
• Collaborate with senior lawyers and barristers on superior court trials and appeals.

What You’ll Bring

• 3–5 years PQE in litigation focusing on institutional liability, professional misconduct or administrative/disciplinary proceedings.
• Criminal law experience welcome but not essential.
• Excellent drafting, advocacy and client-management skills.

Why Join?

• Work on high-profile institutional liability and misconduct cases.
• Mentorship from senior practitioners and leading barristers.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangements and tailored PD support.
• Competitive salary with a clear progression pathway.

Take Your Defence Career Further - Apply Today

Apply now or email your resume to Janine Cloete (Legal – VIC & SA) at janine@gorillajobs.com.au to hear more about the opportunity. You can also contact Janine on +61 499 656 731.
Connect with Janine on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/janinecloete1990

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