Job Name: Barrister
Job Description:
"Barristers are lawyers who represent clients in court. They may specialize in a particular area of law, such as criminal law, family law, or commercial law.
Responsibilities
Represent clients in court
Advise clients on legal matters
Draft and negotiate legal documents
Conduct legal research
Prepare for and present cases in court"
Designation:
None
Name of Organization:
"North Quarter Lane Chambers
City of Moreton Bay
Andrew Levalds Barrister & Solicitor
Environmental Justice Australia"
Job Market In The Country:
"Barristers are often self-employed or belong to a chamber or a group of barristers and they do not always earn a salary. Barristers might be employed by organisations such as Public Defenders or the Director of Public Prosecutions. A barrister’s salary in NSW is about $190,000.
There is, however a significant gender pay gap amongst barristers. Female barristers earn an average annual income of about $70,000, with their male counterparts earning top dollar at about AU$190,000 and more."
Salary and Benefits:
• The salary range is across two levels: lawyer position (3+ years) and senior lawyer position (5+ years). The range is $104,184 to $122,070 plus superannuation and leave loading.
Taxes and Financial Implications:
"Income thresholds Rate Tax payable on this income
$0 – $18,200 0% Nil
$18,201 – $45,000 19% 19c for each $1 over $18,200
$45,001 – $120,000 32.5% $5,092 plus 32.5c for each $1 over $45,000
$120,001 – $180,000 37% $29,467 plus 37c for each $1 over $120,000
$180,001 and over 45% $51,667 plus 45c for each $1 over $180,000"
Language Requirements:
IELTS Overall Score 6.0
Eligibility Criteria
"• Admitted to practice or about to be admitted.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and time management abilities
• Ability to work independently and as part of our team.
• Customer-focused."