12 Criminal Law jobs

About Us Alton Legal is a well-established law firm located in the heart of Sydney's Central Business District. We are known for our dedication to delivering high-quality legal services across a broad spectrum of practice areas. The Position Alton Legal is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic law students looking to gain practical experience. In this role, you will gain exposure to various aspects of law practice, including: Taking client instructions. Key Responsibilities - paralegal Assist the team in compiling and organising supporting evidence for visa applicaiton; Prepare draft forms and draft basic cover letters for review by Lawyers. Manage the collection of client documents (passports, qualifications, and police clearances) and ensure they meet Departmental specifications. Coordinate the scheduling of medical examinations and biometrics appointments for clients. Maintain and update client records in the firm’s practice management system. Monitor...

Luminous Legal is seeking a graduate or junior solicitor with a minimum of 1 year of experience to join our busy firm located in Ashfield, just a short walk from Ashfield Station. This is a full-time position, and the successful candidate will be expected to commence work immediately. The role  will variably involve working in the following areas of law: Commercial Law; Family Law; Property Law; and Criminal Law.   Your duties  will include legal research, drafting legal documents and correspondence, filing court documents, file management, general administrative duties and assisting our senior solicitors as required.   The successful candidate should possess the following skills:— Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Strong legal research and analytical skills; Keen attention to detail; Good organisation skills; Good time management skills; and A willingness to learn.   Remuneration will be...

About Us Alton Legal is a well-established law firm located in the heart of Sydney's Central Business District. We are known for our dedication to delivering high-quality legal services across a broad spectrum of practice areas. The Position Alton Legal is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic law students looking to gain practical experience. In this role, you will gain exposure to various aspects of law practice, including: Taking client instructions. Conducting legal research and analysis. Conducting due diligence investigations into property and title searches. Drafting legal documents, including briefs to counsel, written submissions, and affidavits. Liaising with clients, other solicitors, courts, real estate agents, and financial institutions etc. Other administrative and clerical duties. Please note this role is an unpaid fulltime volunteer position. However, all our solicitors are employed directly from the PLT pool, and as such there may well be...

About us JC Legal Practice is a young and dynamic general practice firm located in the Sydney CBD. Main practice areas for the firm include Commercial Litigation, Family Law, Business Law & Property Conveyancing.   All staff are provided with a wide range of learning experiences and opportunities to develop their legal and professional skills. We appreciate your contribution and dedication to the firm. We are open to sponsoring skilled visa after one year of employment and depending on performance.     Qualifications & experience At least 1 years’ PAE in general practice firm; Porperty law experience or Family Law experience is preferred; Brilliant attention to detail, nothing gets past you; You can effectively manage competing and changing priorities;  Can work under pressure and meet deadlines; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Experience in Court Attendance - Supreme Court, Federal Circuit and Family Court, Local Court....

About Us JC Legal Practice is a young and dynamic general practice firm located in the Sydney CBD.  We provide our solicitors and staff with a wide range of learning experiences and opportunities to develop both legal and professional skills. We value dedication, contribution, and a proactive approach. We are also open to sponsoring a skilled visa after one year of employment, subject to performance. Qualifications & Experience At least 1 year’s PAE in a general practice firm. Experience in Local Court criminal appearances (mentions, bail applications, short hearings) is desired.  Conveyancing or Family Law experience is preferred. Excellent attention to detail – nothing gets past you. Strong time management skills; able to handle competing priorities. Able to work under pressure and meet deadlines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Previous experience in Court attendances across the Supreme Court,...

Location: Sydney CBD Firm: Broaden Legal Broaden Legal is a growing law firm based in Sydney CBD, with a strong focus on family law and criminal law matters. We are seeking a motivated and responsible Legal Intern / Law Clerk to join our team. This position is offered on an unpaid basis with a reasonable daily allowance, and provides valuable exposure to legal practice in a supportive working environment. Key Requirements Excellent attention to detail Strong sense of responsibility and professionalism Good written and verbal communication skills Ability to work effectively as part of a team Fluent in English Mandarin listening and speaking skills are essential Availability for a minimum of three shifts per week, during standard business hours (9:00am – 5:00pm) Duties may include (but are not limited to): File management and document organisation Reception and client-facing administrative support Court...

PLT Candidate / Solicitor – Sydney CBD | Wentworth Lawyers & Partners Position: PLT Candidate (Volunteer) / Solicitor Location: Sydney CBD (hybrid may be available) Commitment: PLT Candidate: 2–3 days per week (subject to PLT requirements) Solicitor: Contract (to be agreed) Duration: To be agreed About the Firm Wentworth Lawyers & Partners is a Sydney-based law firm advising both corporate and individual clients. We focus on practical outcomes, clear communication, and efficient legal processes across a range of commercial and personal matters. Role Overview We are seeking: A motivated PLT student for a supervised volunteer placement; and A solicitor seeking hands‑on experience across multiple practice areas. Both roles involve close supervision, exposure to real client matters, and opportunities to develop strong drafting and procedural skills. Key Responsibilities (For both...

Criminal Lawyer – Sydney Criminal Lawyers Location: Sydney, NSW Position: Full-time Remuneration:  Based on experience level About Us: Sydney Criminal Lawyers is a highly respected and dynamic legal practice dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in criminal law matters. We pride ourselves on our client-centred approach, legal expertise, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. We are seeking a passionate and motivated Criminal Lawyer to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career lawyer looking to build their career in criminal law with a supportive and experienced team. Key Responsibilities: Represent clients in a wide range of criminal law matters, including summary and indictable offences. Appear in Local, District, and Children's Courts. Conduct Pleas, Hearings, instruct in District and Supreme Court Trials, Section 14 Applications, Licence Appeals, Bail...

Michael Vassili Barristers & Solicitors is an expanding litigation and transactional law practice based in Western and North Western Sydney. With over two decades of solid success in litigation in various jurisdictions throughout NSW and Australia two new positions are available in our expanding litigation teams. The Firm conducts litigation in a wide variety of jurisdictions including: Crime Family Law Family Provisions Corporations Building and Construction Land and Environment Equity Various Appellant Jurisdictions Commercial   We are seeking applications for a solicitor with 4 + years post admission experience  to join our team of enthusiastic and successful young lawyers. You will be expected to provide peer review of matters and have conduct of your own matters to a very high standard expected by the Firm. Appearances in various courts including the Local, District and Supreme Court will be required. It would be an advantage if you have run...

We are a busy and dynamic law firm located in Sydney CBD.  We are seeking candidates  looking for work experience in our team.  If you are seeking to move to the next stage of your career within a law firm which provides a positive, supportive work environment, and values your hard work, this is the firm for you. You will be providing legal, clerical and administrative support to our team and undertake various work and duties under supervision. The position offers wide exposure to a range of legal matters including general litigation, commercial law, criminal law, family law, debt recovery, appeals, migration law as well as conveyancing and lease matters. The roles will enable you to develop your skills and knowledge and provide an excellent foundation for your future practice in law. Preference will be given to candidates who are able to speak, read and write (type) Mandarin Chinese. However, all candidates who do not possess these language skills but are able to...

King & York Lawyers is a boutique law firm specialising in criminal law, traffic law and family law. We are located in the Sydney CBD, and are looking for enthusiastic, driven and ambitious individuals who wish to progress their career. Applicants must have a strong work ethic, exceptional attention to detail, as well as excellent communication skills. We are hoping to expand our firm, so the right applicant may have the opportunity to progress into a graduate solicitor role.  You will be required to conduct legal research, prepare Court documents, appear in Court for mentions, liaise with clients and provide administrative support. Please send your resume and cover letter to  info@kingandyorklawyers.com.au . If you would like more information, please do not hesitate to contact us on the office line provided.

We are a boutique firm with a unique culture, dedicated to providing clients with tailored legal advice in Family Law, Criminal Law, and Care and Protection matters. You will be involved in: Carriage of your own Family Law matters. This will include preparation and representation in divorce, parenting and property matters, and appearing in interim hearings without the assistance of Counsel in both divisions of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia; Briefing counsel at trial; Appearances in the Criminal Jurisdiction for mentions, sentences and potentially defended hearings; and General administrative tasks. You will have/be a: 1-5+ year PAE in Family Law; A current practising certificate; Experience in managing your own files with and without supervision; Experience in appearing in Court and mediations; Experience in Criminal Law highly desirable but not essential; and A collegiate approach to your...