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About Crown Law Crown Law is part of the Department of Justice and provides integrated legal services to safeguard Queensland''s public interest. With a client base spanning Queensland Government departments, agencies, and statutory bodies, Crown Law is involved in some of the state''s most significant and high-profile legal matters. Crown Law''s purpose is clear: to protect and support government in the public interest, guided by the values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect, and Responsibility. Why Join Crown Law? Challenging, high-profile legal work. Flexible work arrangements, including a 36.25-hour work week and part-time work. Generous superannuation of up to 12.75% and a comprehensive leave package. Access to professional development programs, secondment opportunities, and leadership training. A supportive, inclusive culture that values diversity, integrity, and respect. A focus on staff well-being, with strategies to support resilience in managing complex or sensitive matters. About the role As Senior Lawyer - Administrative Law, you will: Provide expert legal advice and advocacy in administrative law, with an approximate 50/50 split between advisory and litigation work, including judicial reviews, QCAT hearings, and privacy appeals. Provide advice on statutory interpretation and decision-making to high-level decision-makers and various State government agencies and statutory bodies. Represent government departments in Right to Information (RTI) and Information Privacy Act matters, often involving self-represented parties. Draft high-quality statements of reasons and post-decision correspondence. Manage your own files independently, including appearances in the Supreme Court and QCAT. Assist with inquiries and royal commissions as required. Mentor junior legal staff and contribute to the collaborative team culture. Skills And Experience To succeed in this role, you will bring: Admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland (or eligibility for admission). Minimum 5 years post-admission experience, with proven exposure to administrative law, judicial review, statutory interpretation, and government litigation. Confidence managing complex files independently, including litigation under the Judicial Review Act 1991. Strong understanding of the Uniform Civil Procedure Rules (UCPR). The ability to prioritise work and exercise sound legal judgment in a fast-paced government practice. Experience with information privacy, RTI matters, or tribunal advocacy will be highly regarded. A background in either government legal teams or private practice with public sector clients is welcomed. How to apply: Click here to view the full role description and apply: Crown Law has engaged Law Staff as its exclusive recruitment partner for this appointment. All third-party and direct applications will be forwarded to Law Staff for review. Applications to remain current for 12 months.