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Government Counsel

Hong Kong Department of Justice · Wan Chai, Hong Kong · Onsite · HK$77,855 - HK$110,000/year
Government 1001-5000 employees
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Compensation: HK$77,855 - HK$110,000/year
Position: Mid
Type: Job
Practice Area: Corporate Law
Remote: No
Posted:
Deadline: May 19, 2026

Job Description

The Department of Justice of the Hong Kong SAR Government is recruiting Government Counsel for its headquarters at Justice Place, 18 Lower Albert Road, Central. With over 400 lawyers, the Department handles criminal prosecutions, civil litigation, legal policy, and legislative drafting. This role offers unique exposure to public law, constitutional matters, and Hong Kong Basic Law issues.

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  • Prosecute criminal cases in the Magistrates Courts, District Court, and High Court
  • Advise Government bureaux and departments on legal and policy matters
  • Draft primary and subsidiary legislation for the Legislative Council
  • Handle civil litigation on behalf of the Government in the High Court and Court of Final Appeal

Requirements

  • Qualified solicitor or barrister admitted in Hong Kong
  • 2-5 years PQE in criminal law, civil litigation, or advisory work
  • Strong Chinese and English language skills required

Responsibilities

Criminal prosecution, legislative drafting, Government advisory, civil litigation

Requirements

Hong Kong qualified solicitor or barrister, 2-5 PQE

Compensation

HK$77,855 - HK$110,000/year

Practice Area

Position

Mid

Application Deadline

May 19, 2026

Employment Type

Full time

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