Clas Advocate (Criminal Lawyer)

About Pro Bono SG Pro Bono SG (UEN No. 201700430E) is a registered charity with the status of Institution of a Public Character and a company limited by guarantee. Originally established as a department within The Law Society of Singapore, we have since 2007 expanded our legal initiatives and programmes, helping over 150,000 people with legal awareness, guidance, and representation. Renamed Pro Bono SG (PBSG) in 2022, our identity reflects the collective commitment of all Singaporeans to doing good in the community. Vision and Mission To serve the community by facilitating access to justice for the needy and vulnerable, so that all may have access to justice in Singapore. About CLAS PBSG administers the Criminal Legal Aid Scheme (CLAS), an access to justice initiative that ensures the needy and disempowered receive quality pro bono legal representation and advice in non-capital criminal cases. CLAS operates through a dedicated team of Advocates, Fellows, and volunteer lawyers working together to deliver justice at the State Courts and Supreme Court. The Role The CLAS Advocate position offers an unparalleled and exciting opportunity for lawyers with a strong passion for criminal advocacy to dedicate themselves full-time to non-capital criminal pro bono work. Advocates lead a team of CLAS Fellows (junior lawyers) in taking on complex criminal matters and manage their own independent caseload at both the State Courts and Supreme Court. Advocates will receive an annualised salary package, free ongoing CPD training throughout the year, and access to senior members of the criminal bar for guidance and professional development. Key Responsibilities 1. Training & Mentorship Provide structured onboarding, training, mentorship, and leadership to CLAS Fellows, volunteer lawyers (as required or directed by the Community Legal Services (CLS) Directorate), and junior CLAS Advocates. Support their development in legal practice, client advocacy, and ethical conduct. 2. Trial Wor…