11 Criminal & Civil Law jobs

Cockburn & Co is a boutique litigation firm located in Potts Point, specialising in civil litigation, and racing (sports & gambling) law. We are seeking an enthusiastic law graduate, with paralegal experience, to support our growing firm in Potts Point on a part-time/casual basis. Applicants should have excellent skills in: Legal drafting. Legal research. Filing. Microsoft office (incl. outlook calendar management and excel.) The following experience is also preferential: 12 months paralegal experience at a litigation firm. LEAP Software. Filing with the NSW Online Court Registry. Your wages will be commensurate with industry standards and your experience level. Please send applications to kate@cockburnandco.com.au  

O’Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors is a small fast-paced Criminal and Civil law firm based in Sydney CBD. Our office is looking for a Civil Paralegal who has a strong interest in civil law and is available on a full-time basis. You will be exposed to a wide range of legal matters and be responsible for a range of administrative tasks including: Drafting routine correspondence, reviewing and editing letters and documents; Be the first point of contact for criminal and civil enquiries; Responding to emails, liaising various stakeholders; General office management; File management and maintenance of e-archives and office precedents; Legal research; Assisting solicitors with general administrative tasks; Requirements : To be considered for this position, please ensure that you provide a cover letter together with your resume. It would also be preferable that you have volunteer experience and/or strong professional experience (in a different field is acceptable). You must demonstrate an ability to communicate effectively and confidently through both your verbal and written skills. You also need to be able to take initiative, follow directions, have a capacity to solve problems and work independently. Application procedure: To apply, please email your cover letter and resume to our Office Manager at Juliette.reskov@obriensolicitors.com.au . In your cover letter, please outline your interests in civil law and include your start date.

Summary Perez Varela Lawyers Pty Ltd. Specialises in providing assistance and advice to a high-end client base on specific practice areas including Wills and Estates, Immigration, Entertainment and Intellectual Property, and Civil Litigation.   We are seeking an enthusiastic Solicitor with experience in general practice and has an understanding and passion for Immigration, Wills and Estates, Commercial  and Civil Litigation.   The applicant must have an outstanding personality, be eager to learn, competent, organised and creative.   We are proud of our reputation for being a leader in the industry. Find out about our company culture and discover how well you’ll fit into the diverse and innovative team. Unleash your skills and become part of a niche group of legal industry leaders.   The firm specialises in providing assistance and advice to clients on specific practice areas, including Entertainment and Music Law, Immigration, Intellectual Property, and Civil Litigation.   Due to fast growth and expansion we are looking for the right candidate to fill the position.     The successful candidate will have: * Superior people skills * High levels of professional integrity * The ability to manage time effectively * Brilliant written and oral communication skills * The ability to follow instructions and work independently * Be able to work Monday-Friday (9:00AM – 5:30PM)   Specific details Australian Citizens and Permanent Residents only (inc. New Zealand Citizens) Email CV and cover letter to: reception@pvlawyers.com.au Permanent Full time Salary: negotiable Number of positions: 1  

Associate Criminal Solicitor – O’Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors About our firm:    O’Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors is a Sydney-based law firm with a strong focus on individual freedoms and liberties. The firm practices in criminal, civil and defamation law. Our work covers the full range of criminal cases from drink driving to murder, and includes a significant amount of quasi-judicial tribunals such as Crime Commissions, Coronial Inquiries, ICAC and Royal Commissions. Much of our criminal work is done for clients from lower socioeconomic backgrounds, and to this extent we work closely with Legal Aid and other community groups. The firm is determined to provide quality legal advice and representation enforcing our clients’ rights and dignity as well a focus on the promotion on of social change.   About the role    As an Associate Criminal Solicitor with O’Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors you will be working in a small but tight knit team. You will assist Senior Solicitors on matters, as well as have carriage of a number of your own matters. You will be responsible for: Client management Drafting court documents Drafting correspondence Attending Court Liaising with Counsel File management Ensuring deadlines are met Working closely with senior solicitors, associate solicitors and paralegals Maintaining an accurate and up to date record of costs and fees. About you    It is crucial that you have a passion for criminal law and its application in day to day life. Please consider the following criteria carefully, and demonstrate how you address all of these qualities in your cover letter: 1-2 or more years of practice in criminal law; Experience working with groups who experience disadvantage; The ability and inclination to take initiative; Be resilient (as you will be dealing with sensitive and confronting material); Have superior written and verbal communication skills; Be able to work independently and in a team; Have an eye for details and strategic thinking; Willingness to learn; Ability to dissect complex legal issues and apply them to real life scenarios; and Be respectful, non-judgmental and exhibit a trauma informed approach to client management.   How to apply    We are looking to fill this position immediately, so please apply by sending your resume and a cover letter to  Juliette.reskov@obriensolicitors.com.au  as soon as possible.  If you have any queries about the position, please contact Juliette on (02) 9261 4281.  We look forward to hearing from you.

PLT Placement – 1 x Position National Criminal Lawyers® is an  award-winning  Criminal and Traffic  Law firm  based in Sydney. Our firm is a specialist criminal firm so our clients know they are getting the best quality representation. Our solicitors have a wealth of knowledge and experience in our practice area and have developed a reputation throughout Sydney for being some of the best advocates in our Courts. They are well known by Magistrates, Judges and other criminal lawyers. Our firm stands out with our senior lawyers' guarantee, range of options tailored to each client's needs and we are experts on showing failures by the police, leading to dropped charges. We are looking for one PLT volunteer (3-5 days a week) for our Blacktown office who is looking to gain work experience and exposure in Criminal and Traffic Law. They will report directly to the Principal Lawyer and gain deep insight and training in the process of criminal law. This is a fantastic opportunity for a law graduate who wishes to pursue a career in the criminal law. They will learn how to forensically analyse evidence, draft documents, file and serve subpoenas, liaise with police, attend Court for Mentions and become familiar with all procedures involved.  The ideal candidate will possess the following: A proven passion for Criminal Law; Superb written and communication skills; Willingness to learn; Attention to detail; Strong work ethic; and Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment. Applications will close  Monday,   1 August 2019  at  5pm . Please email your  cover letter ,  resume  and  evidence of results in all Criminal Law  subjects to  mm@nationalcriminallawyers.com.au .

We are a growing modern Criminal Law Practice practice located in  Burwood (NSW)  and we are experiencing unprecedented growth in our firm. We are currently looking to employ a Paralegal who is keen to be trained in all aspects of criminal law. The person we seek would work closely with the Principal Solicitor and would be required to provide legal support where necessary. The exciting position would include the following tasks; legal drafting, dealing with police, clients, Legal Aid Commission, Corrective Services and Justice Health. The person we seek should have excellent communication and writing skills and be professional at all times. In return we offer a base salary package along with excellent training and bonuses. If you are interested in applying please submit a cover page and your resume to the Principal Solicitor and Director of the Company: Ms Joy C Quinones Only Successful Applicants will be contacted. Please note that only written correspondence will be considered. ORGANISATION NAME Universal Lawyers Pty Ltd