Criminal Lawyer

🌟 Join the Fight for Justice – Criminal Lawyer (Darwin) 🌟

📍 Location: Darwin, Northern Territory

💼 Position: Criminal Lawyer

🕐 Full-time | 37.5 hours per week

💰 Competitive Salary + Salary Packaging + Generous Leave

About Us

The North Australian Aboriginal Justice Agency (NAAJA) is a national leader in delivering justice for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. With a proud legacy of award-winning work in advocacy, criminal defence, and law reform, NAAJA operates across the NT in Darwin, Palmerston, Katherine, Tennant Creek and Alice Springs. We are more than a legal service—we’re a movement for change.

About the Role

We are on the lookout for a high-performing Criminal Lawyer ready to make a meaningful difference. You will represent clients across a broad range of criminal matters—summary, indictable and appellate—before the Local and Supreme Courts. You’ll also travel to remote circuit courts, providing access to justice where it’s needed most.

If you have 2–4 years post-admission experience, a solid background in criminal law, and the drive to be a voice for those most vulnerable, we want to hear from you.

What You’ll Do

✔ Advocate in court – from bail to jury trials

✔ Deliver culturally safe legal advice

✔ Travel to remote communities for circuit court

✔ Manage your own criminal law caseload

✔ Contribute to strategic litigation and law reform

✔ Mentor junior staff and be part of a passionate, diverse legal team

What We’re Looking For

🔹 2–4 years PAE in criminal law

🔹 Strong courtroom experience in superior and summary courts

🔹 Understanding of the systemic issues impacting Aboriginal people in the justice system

🔹 Exceptional communication, cultural competency & resilience

🔹 Willingness to travel and work in regional NT

🔹 Admission (or eligibility) in the Northern Territory

Why Join NAAJA?

✨ Competitive salary with salary packaging

✨ 6 weeks annual leave

✨ Professional development opportunities

✨ Be part of a purpose-driven, social justice organisation

✨ Play a role in real justice reform

📣 Be Part of Something Bigger

This is more than a job—it’s a career with purpose. If you want to advocate for justice, challenge injustice, and support Aboriginal communities in the NT, apply now and help us drive lasting change.

📧 Applications close 9 June 2025