Legal Opportunities

Last updated 1/07/2024

Lawyer (Full-time or Part-time) — Selective Lawyers

Company Description:

We are a boutique generalist law firm, in the heart of the Cabramatta CBD, NSW, close to public transport, and amenities. We specialise in various areas of law, including: criminal law, family law, wills and estate, dispute resolution.

Role Description:

We are looking for a full-time or part-time passionate Lawyer, to join our dynamic and friendly team. This is a unique opportunity, with real hands-on experience, across different areas of law, affecting everyday people.

As a Lawyer, you will be able to hone on your skills and knowledge to work on real cases, where in this fulfilling role, you will be: - Responsible for providing legal advice, and attending meetings with clients;

  • Representing clients in courts and tribunals;

  • Drafting legal documents, submissions, and correspondences;

  • Liaising with barristers, other parties, and external departments;

  • Conducting legal research;

  • Negotiating settlements;

  • Preparing legal strategies, and providing guidance on legal matters.

Qualifications:

  • Experienced lawyer or graduate solicitor;

  • Holds a current New South Wales practising certificate;

  • Completed a Bachelor of Laws or equivalent;

  • Reliable and trustworthy;

  • Able to communicate in the Vietnamese language, as our client base is largely Vietnamese-speaking;

  • Strong knowledge of legal principles, procedures, and practices;

  • Experience in providing legal advice and representing clients;

  • Ability to draft legal documents and conduct legal research;

  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills;

  • Effective communication and negotiation skills;

  • Attention to detail and good organisational skills;

  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team;

  • Experience in a specific area of law, such as, criminal law, family law, wills and estate, dispute resolution, is advantageous.

Rate of Pay: Pay will be commensurate with experience

How to Apply: To apply for this opportunity, please email: info@selectivelawyers.com.au, by 8 June, 2024, with your: Cover Letter; CV; Available days (note: preference given for full-time availability); Available start date. Please include the Description: "JOB APPLICATION: LAWYER POSITION", into the subject line. Short listed candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing from you.

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: Please email: info@selectivelawyers.com.au, if you have any questions.

PLT Placement/Work Experience Intern — Selective Lawyers

We are looking for a passionate PLT and/or law student, to undertake work experience placement at our boutique generalist law firm. We are based in the heart of the Cabramatta CBD, close to public transport, and amenities.

You will be part of our dynamic and friendly team, gaining exposure to different areas of law, such as, but not limited to: Family Law, Criminal Law, Wills and Estate, Debt Recovery, and, Dispute Resolution.

Develop your skills in areas, such as:

  • Obtaining instructions from clients;

  • Drafting legal documents, submissions, and correspondences;

  • Providing support to other staff;

  • Liaising with barristers, other parties, and external departments;

  • Performing research tasks, and collating evidence;

  • Undertaking general administrative tasks, and file management.

Criteria:

  • Law graduate or law student, close to completion;

  • Able to communicate in the Vietnamese language, due to our client base largely being Vietnamese-speaking;

  • Reliable and trustworthy;

  • Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills;

  • Highly organised, with great attention to detail and time management skills;

  • Able to collaborate and work effectively with other staff, liaise with barristers, and other parties;

  • Good computer and technical skills;

  • Keen interest in generalist areas of law.

Rate of Pay: Unpaid

How to Apply: To apply for this opportunity, please email: info@selectivelawyers.com.au with your: Cover Letter; CV; Available start date; Available days. Please kindly also add the Description: WORK PLACEMENT APPLICATION, to the subject line. Short-listed candidates will be contacted. We look forward to hearing further from you.

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: Please email: info@selectivelawyers.com.au, if you have any questions.

Internship Opportunity — Sydney Institute of Criminology, The University of Sydney Law School

The Sydney Institute of Criminology offers internship positions to Sydney Law School undergraduate and postgraduate students with an interest in criminology and criminal justice.

The Institute is now recruiting four student interns for Semester 2, 2024. Each intern must be available to work for a total of 7 hours per week for a 10-week period in Semester 2. The exact days will be agreed as convenient to you and the Institute.

The internship program will be of interest to students seeking to gain experience in an organisation devoted to research and public policy in the area of criminal justice. Students will be provided with the opportunity to participate in a broad range of Institute activities and to interact, both formally and informally, with Institute staff members.

Criteria:

  1. Applicants must be currently enrolled at Sydney Law School and:
    - have completed at least third year Combined Law; or
    - in year 2 or 3 of the Juris Doctor (JD) program; or
    - undertaking a Sydney Law School postgraduate degree e.g. Master of Criminology or Master of Laws (LLM).

  2. Must have a strong overall academic record.

  3. Must have a demonstrated interest in criminal law, criminology, or other criminal justice areas.

  4. Each intern must be available to work for a total of 7 hours per week for a 10-week period in Semester 2.

  5. Students who completed their studies at the end of Semester 1 (2024) are not eligible to apply.

Start Date: 5/08/2024

Rate of Pay: $52.80 per hour (the rate for casual professional staff at HEO4, Step 1)

Employment Duration and Type: Casual position. Each intern must be available to work for a total of 7 hours per week for a 10-week period in Semester 2. The exact days will be agreed as convenient to you and the Institute.

Application Deadline: 14/07/2024

How to Apply: Complete the application form via the Law Student Portal on Canvas - https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/4533/pages/internships-sydney-institute-of-criminology

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: law.research@sydney.edu.au

Learn more about the Sydney Institute of Criminology - https://www.sydney.edu.au/law/our-research/research-centres-and-institutes/sydney-institute-of-criminology.html.

Internship Opportunity — Australian Centre for Climate and Environmental Law, The University of Sydney Law School

The Australian Centre for Climate and Environmental Law (ACCEL) is recruiting four student interns for Semester 2, 2024. These roles are paid positions. ACCEL’s Internship Program is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students interested in the area of environmental and climate law and justice. The program seeks to provide a positive, rewarding, and challenging educational and professional experience in environmental law research and policy. Interns will be provided with the opportunity to participate in a broad range of ACCEL's activities and to interact with ACCEL’s academic staff members.

Interns will undertake a broad range of activities, which may include:

  • assistance with research, literature reviews, and conference preparation;

  • general administrative duties;

  • attendance at seminars, colloquia, and other meetings; and

  • drafting correspondence, submissions, and reports as required.

Criteria:

  1. Applicants must be currently enrolled at Sydney Law School and:
    - have completed at least third year Combined Law; or
    - in year 2 or 3 of the Juris Doctor (JD) program; or
    - undertaking a Sydney Law School postgraduate degree e.g. Master of Environmental Law.

  2. Must have a strong overall academic record.

  3. Must have a demonstrated interest in climate and environmental law.
    - For LLB/JD students, it is not required but would be an advantage to have completed Environmental Law (LAWS3430/5130).
    - For Masters students, it is not required but would be an advantage to have completed Environmental Law and Policy (LAWS6044) or be able to demonstrate an equivalent grounding in the discipline.

  4. Each intern must be available to work for a total of 60 hours over the course of Semester 2.

  5. Students who completed their studies at the end of Semester 1 (2024) are not eligible to apply.

Start Date: 5/08/2024

Rate of Pay: $52.80 per hour (the rate for casual professional staff at HEO4, Step 1)

Employment Duration and Type: Casual position. Each intern is required to complete a total of 60 hours of work over the course of Semester 2. The exact days will be agreed as convenient to you and the Centre. Whether the internship is completed on the basis of 1 day per week or intensively will be determined between the intern and their supervisor based on availability and the nature of the work to be undertaken.

Application Deadline: 10/07/2024

How to Apply: Complete the application form via the Law Student Portal on Canvas - https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/4533/pages/internships-australian-centre-for-climate-and-environmental-law

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: law.research@sydney.edu.au

Learn more about the Australian Centre for Climate and Environmental Law (ACCEL) - https://www.sydney.edu.au/law/our-research/research-centres-and-institutes/australian-centre-for-climate-and-environmental-law.html.

Internship Opportunity — The Julius Stone Institute of Jurisprudence, The University of Sydney Law School

The Julius Stone Institute of Jurisprudence (JSI) is recruiting four student interns for Semester 2, 2024. These roles are paid positions.

JSI plays a leading role in the development, dissemination, and application of legal theory in Australia. The Institute is designed to keep faith with Professor Stone's commitment to the importance of legal theory in its broad sense, which includes philosophical reflection, sociological theory, and comparative enquiry.

Each intern must be available to work for a total of 50 hours over the course of Semester 2. The exact days and hours per week will be determined between the intern and their supervisor based on availability and the nature of the work to be undertaken.

Student interns will be involved in a range of the Centre's activities including:

  • Assisting with the research work being undertaken by the Centre. Ongoing;

  • Assisting with event planning and the management of Centre events (seminars, workshops and conferences/symposiums). As required;

  • Any other duties that may be required, as directed by the Centre Director and commensurate with the classification level of this role.

Criteria:

  1. Applicants must be currently enrolled at Sydney Law School and:
    - have completed at least third year Combined Law; or
    - in year 2 or 3 of the Juris Doctor (JD) program; or
    - undertaking a Sydney Law School postgraduate degree e.g. Master of Laws (LLM)

  2. Must have a strong overall academic record.

  3. Must have a demonstrated interest in legal theory (jurisprudence).

  4. Each intern must be available to work for a total of 50 hours over the course of Semester 2.

Students who will complete their studies at the end of Semester 1 (2024) are not eligible to apply.

Start Date: 5/08/2024

Rate of Pay: $52.80 per hour (the rate for casual professional staff at HEO4, Step 1)

Employment Duration and Type: A casual position during Semester 2, 2024.

Application Deadline: 14/07/2024

How to Apply: Complete the application form via the Law Student Portal on Canvas - https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/4533/pages/internships-the-julius-stone-institute-of-jurisprudence

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: law.research@sydney.edu.au

For further information please see the Julius Stone Institute of Jurisprudence (JSI) - https://www.sydney.edu.au/law/our-research/research-centres-and-institutes/julius-stone-institute-of-jurisprudence.html.

Tipstaff to her Honour Judge Strathdee — Dust Diseases Tribunal of NSW and District Court of NSW

Her Honour Judge Strathdee of the Dust Diseases Tribunal of New South Wales and the District Court of New South Wales is accepting applications for the position of her Honour's Tipstaff.

Description:

To assist her Honour Judge Strathdee in all areas of her judicial work including providing administrative, organisational, and executive support to her Honour in Chambers and in the courtroom. Key responsibilities and duties include:

  • Assisting her Honour in Court;

  • Conducting legal research;

  • Proofreading;

  • Editing judgments and assisting with judgment preparation;

  • Assisting with recording judicial decisions and orders;

  • Court file and diary management;

  • Assisting with varied clerical and administrative duties.

Criteria:

The successful candidate will exhibit initiative and dedication to the provision of high quality legal and executive assistance in an engaging and highly practical work environment. The successful candidate will also demonstrate a high level of attention to detail and an acute appreciation of the confidential nature of information which Tipstaves become privy to. Discretion, tact and strong administrative and communicative skills are essential. Additional to the specific nature of tasks assigned by her Honour, a Tipstaff will work closely with her Honour's Associate, and will spend much time communicating with the legal profession, Registry staff and Court staff. The position offers the successful candidate a unique and invaluable insight into legal practice and the operation of a busy Chambers across two jurisdictions.

The position is full-time for a recent law graduate or a student expecting to complete their law degree within the next twelve months.

The position is generally offered on a calendar year basis, however her Honour is willing to be flexible for the appropriate candidate.

Rate of Pay: The successful candidate will be employed and remunerated in accordance with the provisions of the Crown Employees (Tipstaves to Justices) Award 2007.

Application Deadline: 5/07/2024 at 4 pm

How to Apply: Please forward your written application, your CV and a current academic transcript to her Honour’s Associate, Dylan Ferguson, at dylan.ferguson@courts.nsw.gov.au, on or before 4pm on Friday, 5 July 2024.

Contact details for any Questions/Enquiries: Her Honour’s Associate, Dylan Ferguson, at dylan.ferguson@courts.nsw.gov.au.

Please see this document for further information.

Paralegal — Kinslor Prince Lawyers

Description:

  • drafting correspondence and other documents;

  • preparing and filing visa submissions and court documents;

  • managing and maintaining files and client documents;

  • working with other staff to ensure deadlines are met;

  • telephone liaison with clients;

  • general administrative duties;

  • legal and country of origin information research

Criteria:

  • interest in Australian immigration law;

  • excellent written and verbal communication skills;

  • attention to detail;

  • strong research skills;

  • ability to work independently and efficiently;

  • competence in managing deadlines;

  • commitment to working within a small team environment;

  • capacity and desire to learn;

  • proactive approach and positive attitude

This is a part-time position. Applicants must be available to work on Thursdays.

Start Date: 19/07/2024

Employment Type: Part-time

Application Deadline: 10/07/2024

How to Apply: Email resume and cover letter to info@kplaw.com.au.

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: info@kplaw.com.au.

Internship opportunity — Centre for Asian and Pacific Law, The University of Sydney Law School

The Centre for Asian and Pacific Law (CAPLUS) is recruiting two student interns for Semester 2, 2024. These roles are paid positions.

Each intern will be required to work for a total of 75 hours across Semester 2. Interns must be generally available to work for approximately 6 hours per week. The Centre has factored in that summer clerkships typically commence in mid-late November, so an intern may conclude the internship program at the end of October. If an intern is available and their supervisors have needs after Week 13, an intern may continue to work until December. The exact hours per week and the weeks that an intern will work will be determined between the intern and their supervisors based on availability and the nature of the work to be undertaken.

Student interns will be involved in a full range of the Centre's activities including:

  • Assisting with the research work being undertaken by the Centre. Ongoing;

  • Assisting with event planning and the management of Centre events (seminars, workshops, and conferences/symposiums). As required;

  • Assisting with the organisation of the Centre’s offshore academic programs. As required;

  • Assisting with the drafting of policy submissions. As required;

  • Any other duties that may be required, as directed by the Centre Directors and commensurate with the classification level of this role.

Interns interested in Japan may also be invited to work with the Australian Network for Japanese Law on projects agreed with CAPLUS.

Criteria:

  1. Applicants must be currently enrolled at Sydney Law School and:
    - have completed at least third year Combined Law; or
    - are in at least second year of the Juris Doctor (JD) program; or
    - are undertaking a Sydney Law School postgraduate degree.

  2. Applicants must have a strong overall academic record (at least a credit average in Law subjects).

  3. Preference is given to applicants with a demonstrated interest in Chinese, Japanese, Malaysian, or Indonesian law, but students interested in other Asian jurisdictions are also strongly encouraged to apply. Proficiency in an Asian language would be beneficial, but is not essential.

Students who will complete their studies at the end of Semester 1 (2024) are not eligible to apply.

Start Date: 29/07/2024

Rate of Pay: $52.80 per hour (the rate for casual professional staff at HEO4, Step 1)

Employment Duration and Type: A casual position during Semester 2, 2024.

Application Deadline: 7/07/2024

How to Apply: Complete the application form via the Law Student Portal on Canvas - https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/4533/pages/internships-centre-for-asian-and-pacific-law

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: law.research@sydney.edu.au

For further information please see the Centre for Asian and Pacific Law (CAPLUS) - https://www.sydney.edu.au/law/our-research/research-centres-and-institutes/centre-for-asian-and-pacific-law.html.

Internship Opportunity — Sydney Centre for International Law, The University of Sydney Law School

The Sydney Centre for International Law (SCIL) is recruiting two student interns to work intensively in July and potentially through to early August 2024.

Interns will support the work of Professor Ben Saul in his work as United Nations Special Rapporteur on the Promotion and Protection of Human Rights and Fundamental Freedoms while Countering Terrorism.

Interns will assist principally on original research and drafting tasks for a thematic report to the United Nations General Assembly in October 2024, on the protection of human rights by regional organizations worldwide when countering terrorism. They may also work on human rights complaints by individuals against foreign governments and reviews of foreign national counter-terrorism legislation.

Each intern is required to complete 70 hours of work between July and early August 2024. The exact days (or equivalent half-days) will be agreed as convenient to you and the Centre.

Criteria:

  1. Currently enrolled at Sydney Law School and:
    - Having completed at least third year Combined Law; or
    - Enrolled in at least second year of the Juris Doctor program.

  2. Have completed the Public International Law unit of study. Completion of Private International Law A is a plus, but not required.

  3. Have a strong overall academic record and a demonstrated interest in international human rights or general international law.

Students who will complete their studies at the end of Semester 1 (2024) are not eligible to apply.

Start Date: 8/07/2024

Rate of Pay: $52.80 per hour (the rate for casual professional staff at HEO4, Step 1)

Employment Duration and Type: Casual position. Each intern is required to complete 70 hours of work between July and early August 2024. The exact days (or equivalent half-days) will be agreed as convenient to you and the Centre.

Application Deadline: 30/06/2024

How to Apply: Complete the application form via the Law Student Portal on Canvas - https://canvas.sydney.edu.au/courses/4533/pages/internships-sydney-centre-for-international-law

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: law.research@sydney.edu.au

For further information please see the Sydney Centre for International Law (SCIL) - https://www.sydney.edu.au/law/our-research/research-centres-and-institutes/sydney-centre-for-international-law.html.

Paralegal (Company Secretarial / Governance / Corporate Law Focus) – Pro-invest Group

Pro-invest Group’s businesses are across three industries: (1) fund and asset management; (2) hotel operations; and (3) hotel and commercial real estate development (https://www.proinvestgroup.com/).  Such unique businesses bring a diversity of interesting work and is the perfect opportunity for a Paralegal to launch and grow their career in an in-house legal environment. 

The Pro-invest Group Paralegal role is targeting a second year plus Combined Law student to support the legal, compliance and governance team across legal and administrative duties with a primary focus on the company secretarial and governance function.  The role will involve supporting the various Boards and Committees of the Group including with resolution drafting, ASIC, NZ and Cayman Companies Office filings and compliance, board and committee agenda and minutes, board packs and other corporate law matters to support the proper governance of the organisation.

Working 2 to 3 days per week or more, Pro-invest Group is able to offer flexible working arrangements to cater an individual’s study commitments.

The successful candidate will meet the following criteria:

  • Studying Combined Law from an Australian University and be in their second year or greater.

  • Australian Citizenship or PR (incl. NZ Citizens) 

  • Positive and progressive mindset, entrepreneurial and ambitious personality.

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  • Advanced document and presentation skills (Word and PowerPoint).

  • Self-motivated and driven to succeed with the willingness to work as part of a high-performance team.

Start Date: ASAP

Employment Type: Casual

Rate of Pay: Award

How to Apply: Please email your CV to pnc@proinvestgroup.com. For more information, please contact our Talent Acquisition Manager on 02 9237 6900.

Personal Assistant to Barrister — Nine Wentworth Chambers, David Williams SC

The PA role will involve:

  • management of daily operations of a busy practice

  • management of professional and personal affairs of the barrister

  • diary management

  • paralegal duties

  • transcribing dictation, amending and proofreading advices, submissions and other documents

  • liaising with instructing solicitors, barristers and other personnel

  • basic bookkeeping and assistance with quarterly BAS and financial year income tax return

  • liaising on IT/troubleshooting computer and other technical issues

  • other ad hoc tasks and projects as required

  • exposure to varied and interesting cases in chambers and in court

Criteria:

  • at least 2 years of undergraduate law under their belt (i.e. LLB or JD student in their second year of law course)

  • availability to work at least 15 hours spread over 2 or 3 days per week

  • excellent verbal and written communication skills

  • excellent time management skills

  • Mac proficient with intermediate to advanced skills in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook

  • the ability to work under limited supervision, take initiative, effectively prioritise and maintain composure in a fast-paced environment

  • a mature, can-do attitude and an enthusiastic approach to learning on the job

Previous administrative/paralegal experience, a sense of humour and interest in food and wine is not necessary but desirable.

Ideal Start Date: 15/07/2024

Rate of Pay: Salary commensurate with experience

Employment Type: This is a casual/part-time position involving at least 15 hours per week spread over 2 or 3 days within a job-share arrangement with another PA. There is some flexibility in hours offered to accommodate the uni schedule of the successful candidate each semester.

Application Deadline: 1/07/2024

How to Apply: Please send your CV (Word or PDF) to williamsassistant@ninewentworth.com.au or contact either Madeleine Morris or Poppy Phillip at (02) 8815 9215 for a confidential discussion regarding this role.

Please view this document for further information.

Graduate/First Year Lawyer | Class Actions — Slater and Gordon

What are we looking for

The Class Actions practice group is seeking a number of highly motivated Graduate or first year Lawyers to become permanent members of its team during 2024-2025. These opportunities have been created by organic growth within the practice group driven by the number of existing class actions and those in the pipeline. 

 The Class Actions team specialises in both commercial and common law representative proceedings. You will work within either the Melbourne or Sydney based teams that have built up expertise and a strong track record in this area of practice. As a Graduate or early-career Lawyer you can expect to be an active team member of one or two actions as well as to assist in the investigation of potential claims. There are also opportunities to specialise as a Graduate or early-career Lawyer in the Class Actions Litigation Technology Team. 

This role offers:

  • The opportunity to gain unparalleled experience for a junior solicitor in a highly respected class actions practice group

  • A fantastic culture and supportive work environment

  • Mentoring and career development support

  • Flexible work arrangements    

  • Opportunities for career advancement    

What you will bring

Applications are open individuals who will have completed their tertiary studies in Law by no later than the end of [February 2025] and are available for start dates between [October 2024 and March 2025] with either our Melbourne or Sydney based teams.

The following skills, experience and attributes are prerequisites for the role: 

  • Outstanding analytical and research skills 

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • Ability to work autonomously as well as within a team environment

  • Ability to exercise judgement; to identify and then resolve problems expeditiously 

  • Strong organisational skills

We are also interested in the following:

  • Previous experience in class actions or complex/large-scale litigation, particularly in client engagement, case management or discovery

  • Existing skills or interest in developing a litigation technology or data analysis specialisation

As a firm committed to promoting social justice, our staff value being part of an inclusive and diverse team. Candidates from all cultural backgrounds and social groups are encouraged to apply for this position.

What next?

If you are interested in this opportunity, please apply directly via our Slater and Gordon career page here. We prefer to talk with you personally and are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies.

Please submit your application together with:

  • Cover Letter

  • CV

  • Academic Transcript(s)

Applications will be closing at 11:59pm on Monday 24 June 2024.

Paralegal — Spinak Solicitors

An opportunity has opened to work as a Paralegal at Spinak Solicitors, a personal injury plaintiff law firm located in Martin Place.

Previous legal experience not necessary but this position is best suited for someone efficient, with autonomy, initiative, and a willingness to learn in a fast-paced legal environment.

The role is 3 days a week (non-negotiable) and entails the following:

  • Drafting and filing legal documents (e.g. Statement of Claim and Particulars);

  • Drafting and sending letters (e.g. replies to request for particulars);

  • Corresponding with clients and defendant law firms; and

  • Ad hoc administrative tasks such as writing letters dictated to you and sending out mail.

Ideal Start Date: 17/06/2024

Rate of Pay: Starting rate is Legal Services Award [MA000116] Rate – Level 1

Employment Type: Casual

Application Deadline: 10/07/2024

How to Apply: Please email your CV/Cover Letter to office@spinaksolicitors.com.

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: office@spinaksolicitors.com, 02 9221 5700

Paralegal — Mills Oakley

The Transport and Marine Insurance team represents insurers, logistics service providers and shippers in the maritime, shipping and transport sectors. Our work extends across all Australian jurisdictions and international borders.

As a paralegal, you will be responsible for providing efficient and effective administrative support and paralegal duties to assist legal practitioners in managing their file load and fulfilling client needs.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to communicating with clients to seek instructions and provide updates, communicating with opposing counsel and solicitors, legal research, drafting and analysing legal documents, and briefing experts and counsel.

We are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible.

Key Competencies:

  • Ensuring all court processes, rules and regulations are clearly understood and adhered to effectively

  • Ensuring the firm’s precedents are used correctly at all times

  • Conducting legal research

  • Preparing court documents

  • Drafting correspondence and liaising with clients, counsel and other legal practitioners

  • Following instructions from partners and senior solicitors

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Completed at least two years of a law degree, including contracts and torts law

  • Excellent communication skills and an eye for detail

  • The ability to work independently under the supervision of senior lawyers and partners

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and legal research databases

Rate of Pay: $38.40 per hour (incl. super)

Employment Type: Casual

How to Apply: Please email kczarnota@millsoakley.com.au with your CV, Cover Letter and Academic Transcript

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: kczarnota@millsoakley.com.au

Practical Legal Training Intern — Quantum Law Group

Quantum Law Group is an award-winning law and dynamic law firm with a mission to revolutionise the delivery of legal services. We pride ourselves on our ability to cross the boundaries between traditional and innovative legal practice to deliver value, results and success.

Position

An exciting opportunity has arisen for talented interns to join our team in our Sydney office. You will work together with a team of approximately 20 staff and will experience a range of legal and operational tasks with our Partners and solicitors. Under the mentorship of the team, you will gain experience, ongoing coaching, career development opportunities and knowledge on many areas of law including property, commercial, transactional, family, criminal, and litigation.

The key activities you will experience include:

  • Client management

  • Drafting legal documents and correspondence

  • Performing legal research

  • Collating information, records, and documents

  • Day-to-day operation and management of files including opening and closing files and filing emails and documents onto our legal database and physical files

  • Ad-hoc work on a diverse range of legal matters with our lawyers

Why Us?

At Quantum, we believe in driving both individual and collective success. As a member of our team, you will have a supportive environment to maximise your professional growth and opportunities available for further career progression.

For more information about our firm, visit https://quantumlaw.com.au.

Criteria:

Successful candidates will have:

  • High attention to detail: We pride ourselves on having a very high standard of attention to detail. You must be experienced in being accurate, precise, detailed and producing error-free work.

  • Diligence: We work hard and play hard. We are a tightly knit team that is passionate about breaking boundaries in the legal industry. You must want the same and be diligent towards doing your role to make this happen.

  • Initiative: Our team instinctively knows what to do next, take initiative and coordinate with each other. You must enjoy taking initiative, have a can-do attitude and always think of how you can help other members of the team do what’s needed next. You also must be willing to take on a variety of tasks and have an appetite to learn.

  • Professional communication: You must be professional in your stakeholder management skills. Organisation: You must have excellent organisation and case management skills.

  • Commitment: We are highly dedicated to our client’s matters. That is why client satisfaction is so high at our firm.

  • Service-minded: You must be focused on providing good service to clients and within the team and maintaining a long-lasting relationships.

Ideal Start Date: 3/06/2024

Rate of Pay: Unpaid

Duration of Employment: 5 Business Days with the opportunity to be offered a paid Paralegal position upon completion

Application Closing Date: 1/07/2024

To Apply: Please send a CV, academic transcript and cover letter as part of your application to hr@quantumlaw.com.au.

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: hr@quantumlaw.com.au.

Tipstaff — The Hon. Justice Michael Meek, Supreme Court of NSW

Applications are invited for the position of tipstaff to the Honourable Justice Michael Meek of the Supreme Court of New South Wales.

Position Description:

The appointment will commence in November 2024. The position is generally for one year, with the successful applicant to continue on for the 2025 year.

The primary role of tipstaff is assisting his Honour with hearings, proofreading judgments and legal research. The tipstaff performs a range of court-related duties in Chambers, as well as spending a substantial amount of time in court. The role requires high-level skills in legal research and written communication, strong attention to detail and time-management and the ability to take initiative.

Applicants should have strong academic results and an intellectual curiosity for the law. Since his Honour sits in the Equity Division, the position would be of particular interest to students who have an interest in and aptitude for the broad range of matters which fall within the equity jurisdiction, including commercial law, property law, succession and estates.

Pay: In accordance with the Crown Employees (Tipstaves to Justices) Award

Applications:

Applicants must expect to complete their law degree by the end of 2024.

Applications should contain a covering letter, full curriculum vitae, official up-to-date academic transcript and any contact details of relevant referees.

The closing date for applications is Friday, 19 July 2024.

Applications should be sent to: Ms Linda Mazurkiewicz, Associate to Meek J, chambers.meek@courts.nsw.gov.au.

Graduate Lawyer — Morgan English

Are you looking for an opportunity to kick start your professional career and gain experience across a diverse range of practice areas? The M+E Graduate Program commences in February 2025. As a Law Graduate with Morgan + English, you will gain valuable experience working closely with Senior Lawyers across Business, Finance, Land + Water + Home, Dispute Management, Future Planning, IP + Tech, Workplace + Conduct and Sustainability.

Our Graduates enjoy the benefits of rotations across various practice groups to gain maximum exposure and experience across our firm. Working closely with Senior Lawyers, Associates and Partners, this role is responsible for preparing transactional and commercial documentation, assessing, and reviewing commercial contracts and agreements, drafting and lodging court documents and material, and assisting with litigation in Federal and Supreme Courts including preparing advice and correspondence. Contributing to teamwork, participating in internal and external meetings, and working collaboratively.

Criteria:

  • Completed a Bachelor of Law Degree or equivalent.

  • In the process of being admitted as a solicitor or recently admitted

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • High attention to detail, tenacity and diligence, and strong oral, written and interpersonal communication skills

  • The ability to manage and organise workloads and prioritise multiple tasks.

  • Work autonomously as well as collaboratively.

  • Proficiency and confidence with technology and quick to learn new systems.

  • A desire to contribute to and participate in firm development and workplace culture.

  • Australian Citizenship or permanent residency

Start Date: 4/02/2025

Pay: $65K to $70K

Employment Type: Full-time

How to Apply: If you are interested in being considered for this opportunity, please email your resume and cover letter with your academic transcript to apply@morganenglish.com.au

Research Assistant/Associate — Sydney Law School, Professor Yane Svetiev

Position as research assistant or associate for Professor Yane Svetiev of the Sydney Law School. Involves research on primary and secondary sources in the areas of market regulation (competition law, consumer law, financial regulation) as well as in contract law. Opportunities to develop own project for research and publication if of interest.

Criteria:

Interest in areas of market regulation and private law, with good results in the relevant areas. Some research experience (project, thesis or prior research assistance) is preferred, but not essential.

Ideal Start Date: 10/05/2024

Rate of Pay: RA rate under the USyd EA

Duration and Type of Employment: Casual employment, duration negotiable

Application Closing Date: 31/07/2024

To Apply: Please email yane.svetiev@sydney.edu.au with a CV, transcripts, including evidence of any research experience.

Contact Details for any Questions/Enquiries: yane.svetiev@sydney.edu.au

Graduate Lawyer — Construction Legal

Finished your degree and wondering what might be next? If you like the view from the top, and would love to be mentored by a dynamic team in the heart of Sydney's CBD, this Graduate Lawyer position is for you.

Construction Legal is an award winning boutique construction, property and litigation firm. Our clients range from developers, construction companies and government entities to infrastructure contractors. Our practice is growing at a rapid rate and we are now looking for someone who is interested in property law and is ready to hit the ground running with our expanding client base.

We are looking for someone ready to develop their skills in Construction and Property Law, and as part of our graduate package, we also support you in your journey and cover the cost of your PLT.

The Work Environment

Everyone pulls their weight as part of a larger team – in times of need, everyone chips in to get the job done. You will be able to demonstrate a level of autonomy and enjoy ongoing senior support.

Skills and Experience

Ideally you will have:

  • Strong academic records

  • High attention to detail

  • A great ability to learn quickly and hit the ground running

  • Excellent communication and time management skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel

  • Have a genuine passion interest in the construction and property industry

  • Admirable work ethic and the aspiration to provide commendable service at every juncture of your work

Start Date: From April 2024

Employment Type: Full-time employment

Rate of Pay: Excellent remuneration package

To Apply: If you’re ready to grab this opportunity, send a cover letter outlining your experience, your CV and your academic transcript via e-mail (with the subject title: Grad Lawyer Application) to: admin@constructionlegal.com.au.

Please be sure to tell us what drives you and why you want to work with us. Previous applicants need not apply.

For further information please visit https://constructionlegal.com.au.

Tutors — The University of Sydney Gadigal Centre

The Gadigal Centre is looking for alumni to tutor Indigenous Students in the subjects below. The Gadigal Centre facilitates the ITAS program - tutoring for Indigenous students. They have a record number of students enrolled this year, but have some outstanding need for tutors in some law subjects. Those subjects are:

If you are interested in becoming a tutor please contact jay.edwards@sydney.edu.au at the Gadigal Centre who can provide the necessary information or go over the application process.

The pay details for the positions are as follows:

  • TUK ITAS individual tutorial – non-PhD: $64.65

  • TUL ITAS  individual tutorial – PhD qualified tutor: $77.30

  • TUKG ITAS group tutorial – non-PhD: $77.58

  • TULG ITAS group tutorial – PhD qualified tutor: $92.95