Our Canberra office is seeking an experienced Criminal Lawyer to join our expanding national 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 Canberra, Sydney, Perth and Northern NSW, 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

The successful applicant MUST have a minimum of 2+ years post-admission experience. Candidates who do not meet this requirement will not be considered and need not apply.

You must be committed to providing individuals with expert legal representation and place value on providing support, understanding and unbiased compassion to our clients. It goes without saying that you will have a strong work ethic, a proactive approach to all tasks and be capable of engaging with a hardworking but fun close-knit Canberra team.

You must also have the following attributes:

• A genuine passion for criminal law.
• Experience appearing as solicitor advocate in summary proceedings including pleas, defended hearings and bail applications.
• Experience instructing Counsel in complicated matters including trials and appeals.
• Highly developed oral and written communication skills.
• The ability to analyse and provide advice in respect of complicated matters.
• Willingness to mentor and assist other lawyers and staff members in the practice.
• Dedication and determination to build your own client base.

Benefits

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 Canberra, Sydney and Perth.
• 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.

How to apply

To apply, please email your CV, together with a cover letter, to [email protected].

All applications will be dealt with on a strictly confidential basis.

We are seeking a motivated Civil Litigation Lawyer, ideally with 1+ year PAE, to provide core support to our Senior Associate in the firm’s growing civil practice.  This role is perfect for someone looking to deepen their experience in intentional torts, police accountability matters, negligence claims and civil litigation that intersects with criminal proceedings.

About us

Hugo Law Group is a market leader and national firm with offices in Sydney, Canberra and Perth, recognised for delivering the highest quality of service to clients across Australia. As our civil practice grows you will be part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to helping clients who have been wronged and ensuring accountability where it matters most.

Our culture is collaborative, ambitious and people focussed. We prioritise mentoring, professional development and arming our lawyers with the skills they need to succeed.  At Hugo Law Group you will work alongside talented practitioners and have access to meaningful training and competitive employee benefits.

About the Role

Working closely with our Senior Associate, you will assist in delivering high-quality representation in cases involving unlawful arrest, police misconduct, misuse of police powers, assault, battery, false imprisonment, malicious prosecution and other civil claims, especially those that intersect with criminal proceedings.

Your practice will span multiple jurisdictions including NSW, the ACT and WA. You will also collaborate with our criminal defence team to identify and advance civil claims arising from their matters.

Day to day you will:

• Assist in managing intentional tort and civil claims from intake through to resolution.
• Prepare high-quality written material including statements of claims, pleadings, submissions and briefs.
• Appear at directions hearings, mediations and settlement conferences.
• Brief counsel for defended hearings and trials.
• Conduct legal research and provide advice to the Senior Associate and internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with our criminal defence team to identify and support civil claims that arise from ongoing criminal matters.
• Maintain organised file management and contribute to internal systems and processes.

About you

We are looking for a driven and capable junior lawyer who is keen to build their skills and confidence in civil litigation, particularly intentional tort claims and police accountability matters.

You will bring:

• 1+ year PAE, with exposure to civil litigation or intentional tort claims.
• Experience attending directions hearings, mediations and settlement conferences.
• Experience briefing counsel in defended hearings/trials.
• An interest in police accountability and plaintiff-side advocacy.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• A proactive approach, sound judgement and a willingness to learn.
• The ability to work well within a small, supportive and tight-knit team.
• This role is based in Sydney.

What we Offer

• A competitive salary package that grows with your experience, plus mobile phone, CPD training, membership fees and practice certificate costs.
• Hands on experience in intentional tort and civil litigation matters with early opportunities to appear in court under the guidance of a Senior Associate.
• Exposure to high impact civil work cross multiple jurisdictions, including opportunities to collaborate with highly regarding solicitors and barristers in Sydney, Canberra and Perth.
• Structured professional development, including annual firm wide advocacy and skills training.
• Ongoing mentoring, supervision and genuine support for your long term career progression.
• A dynamic, close knit and energised workplace where you contribution is recognised and valued.

How to apply

To apply, please email your CV, together with a cover letter, to [email protected].

All applications will be dealt with on a strictly confidential basis.