Mitch Brooks
52 Indigo Crescent, Denham Court
Summary
Highly capable and motivated Criminal Defence Solicitor with extensive and diverse experience providing legal, managerial and administrative skills in rural and metropolitan practices across Local, Children's and District Court Criminal Jurisdictions. I am a young, team-oriented leader with a passion for social justice. I have proven to leverage high quality organizational skills, a self-motivated drive to achieve and strong interpersonal skills to deliver results to a consistently high standard.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Acting Crime Practice Manager
Legal Aid NSW
10.2024 - Current
- Managed a high volume Local Court criminal practice and directly supervised the training and professional development of junior solicitors with respect to providing a high-quality, client-focused legal service.
- Engaged with colleagues across diverse legal jurisdictions to create and implement a robust training program inclusive of Children's Court and District Court appearances to advance the professional development of my team in areas of personal legal interest outside of their direct role.
- Provide high quality advice, minor assistance, duty and casework service in the Local and District Court Jurisdictions to disadvantaged communities in Bankstown, NSW.
- Reviewed and restructured internal procedures, particularly respective to the implementation of standard operating procedures for Defended Hearing matters to enhance procedural efficiency, minimise client service disruption and ensure a consistent and streamlined standard for internal operations.
- Providing an efficient and effective legal service to clients in accordance with legislation and directions, policy, guidelines and practice standards.
- Determining applications for legal aid under delegated authority and consistent with the Legal Aid Commission Act, policy and guidelines and/or submitting applications for Legal Aid to the Grants Division.
- Effectively utilise Legal Aid NSW electronic case management/tracking system and database as well staff management programs like MyWorkZone and CPDP.
- Keeping up-to-date on legal developments and procedures and identifying training needs and attending training to maintain professional standards and retain a practicing certificate
Criminal Law Solicitor
Legal Aid NSW
08.2022 - 10.2024
- Provide high quality advice, minor assistance, duty and casework service in the Local and District Court Jurisdictions to disadvantaged communities in rural NSW.
- Managed a high volume Local Court criminal practice and liaised with key stakeholders such as Local Court Registrars, Magistrates and Prosecutors on behalf of the Liverpool Crime Team.
- Directly supervised the training and professional development of junior solicitors with respect to providing a high-quality, client-focused legal service.
- Providing an efficient and effective legal service to clients in accordance with legislation and directions, policy, guidelines and practice standards.
- Determining applications for legal aid under delegated authority and consistent with the Legal Aid Commission Act, policy and guidelines and/or submitting applications for Legal Aid to the Grants Division.
- Effectively utilise Legal Aid NSW electronic case management/tracking system and database.
- Keeping up-to-date on legal developments and procedures and identifying training needs and attending training to maintain professional standards and retain a practicing certificate
Criminal Solicitor
Legal Aid Commission
01.2021 - 08.2022
- Provide high quality advice, minor assistance, duty and casework service in the Children's, Local and District Court Jurisdictions to disadvantaged communities in rural NSW.
- Providing an efficient and effective legal service to clients in accordance with legislation and directions, policy, guidelines and practice standards.
- Determining applications for legal aid under delegated authority and consistent with the Legal Aid Commission Act, policy and guidelines and/or submitting applications for Legal Aid to the Grants Division.
- Effectively utilise Legal Aid NSW electronic case management/tracking system and database.
- Keeping up-to-date on legal developments and procedures and identifying training needs and attending training to maintain professional standards and retain a practicing certificate
Legal Support Officer
Liverpool Legal Aid Commission
08.2020 - 01.2021
- Maintain and verify client information using databases including CCMS, JusticeLink, JustConnect and Centrelink.
- Liased, engaged and managed clients from a range of different backgrounds and cultures including people who are socially and economically disadvantaged, distressed, drug affected or suffering from physical or mental disabilities.
- Provide clerical, secretarial and administrative services to legal officers as required to ensure effective legal services support.
- Prepare court documentation as required by various Federal and State Courts, Commissions and Tribunals.
- Provide effective telephone and counter services to clients on a regular basis, including provision of information about Legal Aid Services and referral to other agencies.
Paralegal (Contract-Basis)
Norton Rose Fulbright
02.2020 - 06.2020
- Worked exclusively on a large-scale remediation program for one of Australia's 'Big 4' banks, forming part of the Royal Commission into Misconduct in the Banking, Superannuation and Financial Services Industry.
- High-volume discovery and document review on the Relativity platform.
- Reporting outcomes and providing preliminary advice to clients in relation to regulatory and contractual obligations.
- Updating precedents and methodologies and providing quality control feedback internally and externally.
Paralegal
Legal Aid New South Wales
01.2020 - 05.2020
- Interviewing and managing clients and client information.
- Conducting legal research, reviewing and evaluating the merits of client cases.
- Corresponding with Court officials, solicitors and various stakeholders on behalf of clients.
- Organising and managing files, paperwork, data and evidence.
Paralegal
Eden King Lawyers
11.2019 - 02.2020
- Liaise with courts, clients and other legal professionals regarding matters of family law.
- Work collaboratively within a professional team to provide excellent legal advice and representation.
- Conduct extensive legal research on a variety of family law issues to advance client interests.
- Prepare and submit Consent Order Applications and Draft Consent Order documents for clients.
- Prepare and review affidavits, statement of claims and itemised cost objections.
Property Management Administrator
Century 21 Liverpool
01.2018 - 10.2019
- Research, prepare and collate relevant legal documents for tribunal hearings.
- Act on behalf of clients regarding tenancy disputes at the Civil and Administrative Tribunal.
- Liaise with clients and prospective tenants to facilitate lease agreements.
- Manage tenancy applications, conduct credit checks and validate references.
- Resolve tenant issues and complaints.
- Work collaboratively to oversee any necessary repair or construction required for upkeep of rental properties.
Human Resources Assistant
Tru Blu Beverages Pty Ltd
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Assist with the provision of employment law support on an array of commercial and transactional issues and corporate restructures.
- Guide management on regulatory and compliance issues to ensure compliance with legal regulations.
- Developing and delivering internal training programs on a range of employment law and work health and safety matters.
- Assist in managing workers' compensation claims.
- Explaining human resources policies, procedures, laws and standards to new and existing employees.
Education
J.D. - Law
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW11-2019
Bachelor of Commerce - Management And Human Resources
University of Sydney
Sydney, NSW11-2016
Skills
- Team-Oriented Leader with with a focus on clear communication and healthy team culture
- Attention to detail Able to remain meticulous through high volume and repetitive work
- Effectively manages assigned responsibilities with competing demands
and changing priorities, in academic coursework and work experience - Proficient in multitasking in high stress fast-paced environments demanding strong interpersonal skills
- Strong interpersonal skills capable of building and maintaining healthy professional relationships with stakeholders and team members
- Resourceful individual with the ability to anticipate issues, complete the task at hand, and produce professional results while adhering to rigid deadlines
- Organisational and time management capabilities
Certification
Manager's Essentials Program - August 2025
Accomplishments
Legal Aid NSW Duty Lawyer of the Year 2025
Timeline
Acting Crime Practice Manager
Legal Aid NSW
10.2024 - Current
Criminal Law Solicitor
Legal Aid NSW
08.2022 - 10.2024
Criminal Solicitor
Legal Aid Commission
01.2021 - 08.2022
Legal Support Officer
Liverpool Legal Aid Commission
08.2020 - 01.2021
Paralegal (Contract-Basis)
Norton Rose Fulbright
02.2020 - 06.2020
Paralegal
Legal Aid New South Wales
01.2020 - 05.2020
Paralegal
Eden King Lawyers
11.2019 - 02.2020
Property Management Administrator
Century 21 Liverpool
01.2018 - 10.2019
Human Resources Assistant
Tru Blu Beverages Pty Ltd
07.2017 - 07.2019
J.D. - Law
University of Sydney
Bachelor of Commerce - Management And Human Resources
University of Sydney
Similar Profiles
Tamzin TassellTamzin Tassell
I-III Solicitor at Legal Aid NSWI-III Solicitor at Legal Aid NSW
SIMONE ROBERTSSIMONE ROBERTS
Legal Client Support Officer at Legal Aid NSWLegal Client Support Officer at Legal Aid NSW
Shelby DaleyShelby Daley
Legal and Client Support Officer at Legal Aid NSWLegal and Client Support Officer at Legal Aid NSW
Monica SavonaMonica Savona
HR Business Partner, Senior at CREDIT CORP GROUPHR Business Partner, Senior at CREDIT CORP GROUP
Walter MatthesWalter Matthes
Career Break at Career BreakCareer Break at Career Break