Junior Lawyer

Public Defence Service - New Zealand · New-Zealand, hawke's bay, New-Zealand

Location
New-Zealand
Job Type
Full-time
Posted
July 17, 2026

Job Description

Job Description

Criminal Defence Lawyer – Junior lawyer

Public Defence Service Hawkes Bay

Te Haeata/The Opportunity

The Public Defence Service (PDS) is looking for a criminal lawyer who has a strong desire to develop their career in the specialist area of criminal advocacy. The successful candidate will join our Hawkes PDS team.

You will need to be eligible for a practising certificate and be interested in criminal law.

To be considered for this position, a copy of your academic transcript must accompany your application.

This role would suit lawyers who have been admitted to the bar, are looking for a career in criminal law, or have previous experience as a registrar, police prosecutor, working for a barrister, community law centre, government department, etc.

You will find challenge and satisfaction with a varied caseload, including trials and appearances. You will have expert and talented colleagues around...

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