We are seeking experienced Refugee/Immigration Lawyers to join our team at Craddock Murray Neumann on a casual/contract basis.

About the role

The Refugee / Immigration Lawyer role is a challenging but very rewarding role that will give you the opportunity to further develop your advocacy and legal skills.

Our caseload includes primary applications, merits review matters and judicial review.

You will be required to travel both domestically and abroad for the role at different times throughout the year, for approximately 2-3 weeks at a time.

Responsibilities include (but are not limited to):

• Preparation of applications and submissions for refugee status
• Preparation of briefs and court books for judicial review hearings
• Appearing before courts and tribunals
• Managing stakeholder relationships

What’s in it for you?

We offer quality work in a friendly and supportive team environment. You will be working on stimulating and rewarding hands-on matters, while being part of a high performing and learning oriented team.

Your responsibilities will be broad and varied, so no two days will be the same.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Current legal practising certificate in an Australian state
• Experience working with refugees and a strong interest in refugee law
• Experience assisting with primary and merits review applications or judicial review of migration matters (in Australia or elsewhere)
• Experience appearing before courts of all levels
• Demonstrated strategic thinking ability
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• A capability to conduct complex legal research
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively, including remotely.
• A well-developed ability to manage stakeholders
• Resilience, personal resolve, tolerance and the capacity to work in challenging environments

At CMN we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates.

how to apply

If you are looking for your next role in the Immigration space, and feel this would be the ideal one for you please click 'Apply Now' to submit your application.