💼 Full-Time Position

Lawyer PAL1

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Public Defence Service - New Zealand
📍 New-Zealand, bay of plenty, New-Zealand
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Location
New-Zealand, New-Zealand
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Posted
June 30, 2026
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Type
Full-Time
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Full-Time Opportunity: This is a permanent, full-time position with a competitive package and real career growth potential.

Job Description

Job Description

Public Defence Service - Tauranga Criminal Defence Lawyer – PAL 1

Looking for a challenge along with a varied caseload? Enjoy working in a collaborative and supportive environment? Have a strong desire to develop your career in criminal advocacy? This is a truly exciting opportunity.

Role

The Public Defence Service (PDS) is looking for a motivated and experienced criminal litigator to take up the role of Lawyer PAL1 at our busy Tauranga office. Reporting to a Legal team Manager you will:

  • Deliver high quality defence representation to legally aided parties.
  • Manage a varied caseload of criminal cases.
  • Provide support to intermediate and senior colleagues.

Skills and Experience

To be successful you must be passionate about criminal justice issues and:

  • have a PAL 1 approval level and be qualified to practice law in New Zealand.
  • have confidence in you...