- Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel: Must possess a law degree (LLB/LLM preferred) and have practiced in Criminal Law for at least 10 years. Candidates should demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills, a thorough understanding of criminal law and ethical duties, and the ability to lead a team effectively. Must have handled at least 30 criminal trials in Sessions Courts (relaxable under appropriate circumstances). Knowledge of computer systems is preferable.
- Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel: Must possess a law degree (LLB/LLM preferred) and have practiced in Criminal Law for at least 7 years. Requirements include excellent understanding of criminal law, strong communication skills, legal research abilities, a thorough understanding of ethical duties, and the ability to work effectively. Must have handled at least 20 criminal trials in Sessions Courts (relaxable under exceptional circumstances). IT knowledge with proficiency in work is essential.
- Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel: Must possess a law degree (LLB/LLM preferred) and have practiced in criminal law for 0 to 3 years. Candidates need good oral and written communication skills, a thorough understanding of ethical duties, the ability to work effectively and efficiently, excellent writing and research skills, and IT knowledge with high proficiency.
Note: Qualifications may be reasonably relaxed for exceptional candidates or circumstances with the approval of the Executive Chairman, SLSA.