HIV/AIDS Legal Centre is a State and Federally funded not-for-profit Community Legal Centre.
We are seeking full-time and part time volunteer law students/PLT students/solicitors.
HALC provides legal advice and representation to people with HIV related legal matters. We provide legal services to people who are HIV positive and those at risk of HIV.
The areas of law we practice in include:
wills and end of life planning
discrimination
minor criminal
immigration
superannuation insurance claims (TDP)
employment
tenancy
health related complaints
HALC has four employed lawyers. Volunteer and placement students are given a wide range of legal work experience in a supportive professional environment.
Sep 17, 2018
Part-time
HIV/AIDS Legal Centre is a State and Federally funded not-for-profit Community Legal Centre.
We are seeking full-time and part time volunteer law students/PLT students/solicitors.
HALC provides legal advice and representation to people with HIV related legal matters. We provide legal services to people who are HIV positive and those at risk of HIV.
The areas of law we practice in include:
wills and end of life planning
discrimination
minor criminal
immigration
superannuation insurance claims (TDP)
employment
tenancy
health related complaints
HALC has four employed lawyers. Volunteer and placement students are given a wide range of legal work experience in a supportive professional environment.
Criteria for appointment – Tipstaff to an Acting Judge of Appeal
The position of Supreme Court tipstaff to an Acting Judge of Appeal requires a person with the following minimum standards of competence, work skills and experience.
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in law
Consistent academic achievement at distinction or high distinction levels.
Skills
Ability to conduct legal research and present the results of that research
Ability to write clearly
Attention to the detail required for the editing of judgments
Computer skills, including familiarity with legal databases
Interpersonal skills, including judgment, tact, discretion and diplomacy, as tipstaves may be in regular contact with members of the legal profession and other persons engaged or interested in the business of the Court, often on sensitive issues
Ability to plan and organise work and use time effectively
Ability to work independently and, if necessary, under time pressures.
Personal qualities
Integrity, attention to detail, the inter-personal skills referred to above.
Knowledge
Ability to understand the Court’s operations and procedures.
A successful applicant is required to commence temporary full time employment in the position from 29 January 2019 . The position is for the duration of the 2019 Law Term and is subject to a successful review after the first three months of employment.
Applications should be sent to: Karen Adams, Associate to Acting Justice Sackville:
By email: Karen.adams@courts.nsw.gov.au
By mail: Supreme Court of NSW, GPO Box 3, Sydney NSW 2001
Enquiries by phone: (02) 9230 8744
Sep 18, 2018
Contract
Criteria for appointment – Tipstaff to an Acting Judge of Appeal
The position of Supreme Court tipstaff to an Acting Judge of Appeal requires a person with the following minimum standards of competence, work skills and experience.
Qualifications
Tertiary qualifications in law
Consistent academic achievement at distinction or high distinction levels.
Skills
Ability to conduct legal research and present the results of that research
Ability to write clearly
Attention to the detail required for the editing of judgments
Computer skills, including familiarity with legal databases
Interpersonal skills, including judgment, tact, discretion and diplomacy, as tipstaves may be in regular contact with members of the legal profession and other persons engaged or interested in the business of the Court, often on sensitive issues
Ability to plan and organise work and use time effectively
Ability to work independently and, if necessary, under time pressures.
Personal qualities
Integrity, attention to detail, the inter-personal skills referred to above.
Knowledge
Ability to understand the Court’s operations and procedures.
A successful applicant is required to commence temporary full time employment in the position from 29 January 2019 . The position is for the duration of the 2019 Law Term and is subject to a successful review after the first three months of employment.
Applications should be sent to: Karen Adams, Associate to Acting Justice Sackville:
By email: Karen.adams@courts.nsw.gov.au
By mail: Supreme Court of NSW, GPO Box 3, Sydney NSW 2001
Enquiries by phone: (02) 9230 8744
About Ashurst: Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a history spanning almost 200 years, and clear strategy for our future growth. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing exceptional standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. Role Overview: Working as part of our Global Risk & Compliance Department, the Conflicts & Ethics Team is responsible for analysing all new clients and matters to identify and resolve legal and commercial "conflicts of interest". The successful candidates will be legally trained, have an interest in the business of law and a keen eye for detail. They will learn to provide guidance to the partnership on how to pursue new opportunities in a manner which upholds the relevant rules of professional conduct (Conflicts Law) as well as the commitments we make to our clients across the network (Contract Law). The role is ideally suited to an individual with a clear and confident communication style, a love of current affairs and a desire to work collaboratively. Your Brisbane-based team will join colleagues across Glasgow, London, Perth and Sydney, working together to provide follow-the-sun conflicts clearance as our partners and clients pursue the most exciting deals on offer across the globe. Essential skills and experience:
A basic understanding of the nature of work undertaken by a corporate multinational firm
Keen interest in knowing the business and working closely as a team to solve problems
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and able to work well under pressure
Strong IT literacy and the ability to adapt to new processes and technology quickly
Strong interpersonal skills required to engage all levels of legal and support staff.
Education/Qualification (or relevant experience):
Law degree and/or experience in a legal environment; or
Compliance or risk management experience in a law firm or corporation.
At Ashurst, you'll have the opportunity to work in an environment that encourages learning and excellence with highly a professional global team. You will also have a range of social, sporting and health benefits available to you.
Sep 18, 2018
Full-time
About Ashurst: Ashurst is a leading global law firm with a history spanning almost 200 years, and clear strategy for our future growth. Our in-depth understanding of our clients and commitment to providing exceptional standards of service have seen us become a trusted adviser to local and global corporates, financial institutions and governments in all areas of commercial law. Role Overview: Working as part of our Global Risk & Compliance Department, the Conflicts & Ethics Team is responsible for analysing all new clients and matters to identify and resolve legal and commercial "conflicts of interest". The successful candidates will be legally trained, have an interest in the business of law and a keen eye for detail. They will learn to provide guidance to the partnership on how to pursue new opportunities in a manner which upholds the relevant rules of professional conduct (Conflicts Law) as well as the commitments we make to our clients across the network (Contract Law). The role is ideally suited to an individual with a clear and confident communication style, a love of current affairs and a desire to work collaboratively. Your Brisbane-based team will join colleagues across Glasgow, London, Perth and Sydney, working together to provide follow-the-sun conflicts clearance as our partners and clients pursue the most exciting deals on offer across the globe. Essential skills and experience:
A basic understanding of the nature of work undertaken by a corporate multinational firm
Keen interest in knowing the business and working closely as a team to solve problems
Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and able to work well under pressure
Strong IT literacy and the ability to adapt to new processes and technology quickly
Strong interpersonal skills required to engage all levels of legal and support staff.
Education/Qualification (or relevant experience):
Law degree and/or experience in a legal environment; or
Compliance or risk management experience in a law firm or corporation.
At Ashurst, you'll have the opportunity to work in an environment that encourages learning and excellence with highly a professional global team. You will also have a range of social, sporting and health benefits available to you.
The College of Law is seeking expressions of interest from College of Law staff on a part time basis (two or three days a week)
PROJECT LEADER
Expressions of interest are sought for a secondment into the Project Leader role for the Law-for-non-Lawyers project. The focus of this project is to launch a series of programs into the accounting market in early 2019 while assessing opportunities for new markets in the non-lawyers space.
The secondment will be until December 2018 and report to Angie Zandstra, Senior Project Executive
ACCOUNTABILITIES
As Project Leader you will have overall accountability to ensure that the project plan is delivered.
You will:
Lead the project team and coordinate cross-functional activity
Manage the project budget
Prepare Project Leader reports and participate in Project Leader meetings (monthly)
Meet weekly with the Project Sponsor
Prepare monthly project communications for all College staff
From time to time present to the Project Steering Group or Board
This is an opportunity for a College staff member who may want to develop their project skills. No formal project management experience is necessary.
In order to be successful in this role you will need to work across and influence a number of different areas within the College.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
To express interest in undertaking the Project Leader role please email your CV to recruitment@collaw.edu.au .
Deadline COB Monday 24 th September 2018.
Sep 17, 2018
Part-time
The College of Law is seeking expressions of interest from College of Law staff on a part time basis (two or three days a week)
PROJECT LEADER
Expressions of interest are sought for a secondment into the Project Leader role for the Law-for-non-Lawyers project. The focus of this project is to launch a series of programs into the accounting market in early 2019 while assessing opportunities for new markets in the non-lawyers space.
The secondment will be until December 2018 and report to Angie Zandstra, Senior Project Executive
ACCOUNTABILITIES
As Project Leader you will have overall accountability to ensure that the project plan is delivered.
You will:
Lead the project team and coordinate cross-functional activity
Manage the project budget
Prepare Project Leader reports and participate in Project Leader meetings (monthly)
Meet weekly with the Project Sponsor
Prepare monthly project communications for all College staff
From time to time present to the Project Steering Group or Board
This is an opportunity for a College staff member who may want to develop their project skills. No formal project management experience is necessary.
In order to be successful in this role you will need to work across and influence a number of different areas within the College.
EXPRESSION OF INTEREST
To express interest in undertaking the Project Leader role please email your CV to recruitment@collaw.edu.au .
Deadline COB Monday 24 th September 2018.
Our Lilydale based firm has a need for a junior lawyer who is looking for a varied and fulfilling role in a supportive, positive workplace.
The successful applicant would join our busy Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) team.
The successful applicant will have an outgoing, caring, and compassionate personality, with proven experience in working effectively with people who have sustained significant trauma.
Further, excellent written skills are required with a strong attention detail, along with an ability to work efficiently to progress a large number of files at any one time. Excellent time management skills are a must.
This role will be based at our Lilydale office, however there will be an expectation that the successful applicant be willing to work at least one day a week from our Berwick office in Melbourne's South Eastern suburbs.
The role may be initially suitable for a law graduate completing their Practical Legal Training requirements, however imminent admission is a requirement.
Apply today by uploading a cover letter and resume to Barb at office@johnstonereimer.com.au
Sep 12, 2018
Full-time
Our Lilydale based firm has a need for a junior lawyer who is looking for a varied and fulfilling role in a supportive, positive workplace.
The successful applicant would join our busy Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) team.
The successful applicant will have an outgoing, caring, and compassionate personality, with proven experience in working effectively with people who have sustained significant trauma.
Further, excellent written skills are required with a strong attention detail, along with an ability to work efficiently to progress a large number of files at any one time. Excellent time management skills are a must.
This role will be based at our Lilydale office, however there will be an expectation that the successful applicant be willing to work at least one day a week from our Berwick office in Melbourne's South Eastern suburbs.
The role may be initially suitable for a law graduate completing their Practical Legal Training requirements, however imminent admission is a requirement.
Apply today by uploading a cover letter and resume to Barb at office@johnstonereimer.com.au
Our busy Lilydale based firm has a need for a junior legal assistant on a full time basis (4 days per week may be an option) to assist our Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) team.
The role may be suitable for a motivated law student who is at least in their second year of studies.
The successful applicant will be proactive, hardworking, able to work in a fast paced environment, and possess exceptional attention to detail and people skills.
As a junior legal assistant at Johnstone and Reimer Lawyers, your primary responsibilities will be to:
Carry out a variety of administrative tasks assigned by the instructing solicitors and/or their assistant;
Copying and collating outgoing mail;
Collating and preparing briefs, court documents, letters, etc;
Preparing basic correspondence;
Filing and other administrative support
Above all we are looking for someone with a "can do" attitude who is willing to learn and roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
Please send your cover letter and resume to Barb at office@johnstonereimer.com.au . Please make sure to specify whether you will be available full time or part time; if part time please advise availability.
Sep 12, 2018
Full-time
Our busy Lilydale based firm has a need for a junior legal assistant on a full time basis (4 days per week may be an option) to assist our Victims of Crime Assistance Tribunal (VOCAT) team.
The role may be suitable for a motivated law student who is at least in their second year of studies.
The successful applicant will be proactive, hardworking, able to work in a fast paced environment, and possess exceptional attention to detail and people skills.
As a junior legal assistant at Johnstone and Reimer Lawyers, your primary responsibilities will be to:
Carry out a variety of administrative tasks assigned by the instructing solicitors and/or their assistant;
Copying and collating outgoing mail;
Collating and preparing briefs, court documents, letters, etc;
Preparing basic correspondence;
Filing and other administrative support
Above all we are looking for someone with a "can do" attitude who is willing to learn and roll up their sleeves to get the job done.
Please send your cover letter and resume to Barb at office@johnstonereimer.com.au . Please make sure to specify whether you will be available full time or part time; if part time please advise availability.
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST POSITION OF LEGAL CASE MANAGER (2018- 2019) SALARY: $71,152 - $75,445 per annum, plus superannuation
The NSW Registry of the Federal Court of Australia is currently seeking expressions of interest for the position of Legal Case Manager.
The Legal Case Manager provides a high level of court and administrative support to the National Judicial Registrar and Judicial Registrars of the Federal Court of Australia and Federal Circuit Court of Australia (in its General Federal Law jurisdiction) based at the Law Courts Building at Queens Square Sydney. The position is a non-ongoing one for a contract period of 12 months with possible extensions. The position would suit a recent law graduate with an interest in Corporations and Insolvency/Bankruptcy law. The position is envisaged to commence as soon as possible.
Selection criteria
Demonstrated ability to provide high-level case management and general administrative support to the National Judicial Registrar and Judicial Registrars, including the ability to undertake legal research tasks and assist in Court.
Excellent knowledge of the Federal Court’s and Federal Circuit Court’s jurisdiction (or ability to quickly acquire this knowledge).
The capacity to understand and apply the Federal Court and Federal Circuit Court’s rules, practice, policy and procedure.
Demonstrated excellent organisation, problem-solving, and administrative skills, including the ability to work under pressure, forward planning, and manage time effectively.
Ability to exercise your initiative, have an eye for detail, and work with limited direction and supervision.
High level communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with other Court staff, and contribute as a member of a small team of Legal Case Managers to achieve team goals.
Ability to attend Court and assist the National Judicial Registrar and Judicial Registrars in the Bankruptcy and Corporations Law lists, including quickly acquiring the experience to use the Federal Court’s case management database (Casetrack) and to operate courtroom technology.
Tertiary qualifications in law from an Australian university.
Be an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident.
To apply, please submit a concise expression of interest (2 page maximum) detailing how your experience and skills relate to the position description and selection criteria and attach an up to date resume with any relevant academic transcripts.
Sep 07, 2018
Full-time
EXPRESSIONS OF INTEREST POSITION OF LEGAL CASE MANAGER (2018- 2019) SALARY: $71,152 - $75,445 per annum, plus superannuation
The NSW Registry of the Federal Court of Australia is currently seeking expressions of interest for the position of Legal Case Manager.
The Legal Case Manager provides a high level of court and administrative support to the National Judicial Registrar and Judicial Registrars of the Federal Court of Australia and Federal Circuit Court of Australia (in its General Federal Law jurisdiction) based at the Law Courts Building at Queens Square Sydney. The position is a non-ongoing one for a contract period of 12 months with possible extensions. The position would suit a recent law graduate with an interest in Corporations and Insolvency/Bankruptcy law. The position is envisaged to commence as soon as possible.
Selection criteria
Demonstrated ability to provide high-level case management and general administrative support to the National Judicial Registrar and Judicial Registrars, including the ability to undertake legal research tasks and assist in Court.
Excellent knowledge of the Federal Court’s and Federal Circuit Court’s jurisdiction (or ability to quickly acquire this knowledge).
The capacity to understand and apply the Federal Court and Federal Circuit Court’s rules, practice, policy and procedure.
Demonstrated excellent organisation, problem-solving, and administrative skills, including the ability to work under pressure, forward planning, and manage time effectively.
Ability to exercise your initiative, have an eye for detail, and work with limited direction and supervision.
High level communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain positive working relationships with other Court staff, and contribute as a member of a small team of Legal Case Managers to achieve team goals.
Ability to attend Court and assist the National Judicial Registrar and Judicial Registrars in the Bankruptcy and Corporations Law lists, including quickly acquiring the experience to use the Federal Court’s case management database (Casetrack) and to operate courtroom technology.
Tertiary qualifications in law from an Australian university.
Be an Australian Citizen or Australian Permanent Resident.
To apply, please submit a concise expression of interest (2 page maximum) detailing how your experience and skills relate to the position description and selection criteria and attach an up to date resume with any relevant academic transcripts.
We are a boutique law firm located in Sydney CBD. We are seeking a full-time paralegal with strong work ethic and commitment to join our firm.
The Candidate To be considered for this role:
Previous experience: 2+ years’ conveyancing experience working for a reputable firm
Exceptional written and verbal communication (Cantonese/ Mandarin speaker is highly regarded)
Ability/Experience to manage high volume residential and mixed-use developments cases and all types of conveyancing files
Excellent attention to details
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your resume and covering letter to hr@cksd.com.au
Aug 27, 2018
Full-time
We are a boutique law firm located in Sydney CBD. We are seeking a full-time paralegal with strong work ethic and commitment to join our firm.
The Candidate To be considered for this role:
Previous experience: 2+ years’ conveyancing experience working for a reputable firm
Exceptional written and verbal communication (Cantonese/ Mandarin speaker is highly regarded)
Ability/Experience to manage high volume residential and mixed-use developments cases and all types of conveyancing files
Excellent attention to details
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your resume and covering letter to hr@cksd.com.au
We are a small busy suburban law firm situated in the Greensborough Plaza.
We are seeking an energetic lawyer to join our practice. This is a great opportunity for those graduate and those with 1-2 years work experience (as solicitor or paralegal) who are keen team players.
The role
You will be assisting the principal and senior lawyers in providing a full range of services across a number of areas, including:
Litigation
Commercial (general advisory)
Family Law
Crime
Immigration
Property
Conveyancing
Aviation
Animal Law
Wills and Probate and estate claims
VOCAT
Employment Law
Personal injury
Banking and Finance
Administrative Law
Environment and Planning Law
Intellectual Law
Tax Law
Technology Law
General practice law matters
Other
Successful candidates may have had exposure to litigious matters.
Duties will include but not limited to:
Conferences with client's and with briefed Counsel
Preparing originating processes, witness statements and other court documents;
Conducting legal research;
Handling legal documents, file administration and assisting in general carriage;
Drafting correspondence to clients and other parties;
Client relationship management;
You will work autonomously with solid mentoring support and supervision from the principal and senior members of our team.
To be successful you will also need to demonstrate the following:
Minimum admission to practice law / 1-2 years post admission experience;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with sound attention to details;
Outstanding time management skills and ability to handle pressure;
Ability to work well within a team and autonomously;
Experience and ability to develop strong client relationships.
Remuneration
You will be offered:
A competitive remuneration structure;
Further performance based incentive which remunerates you much better than your base salary;
Access to strong mentoring;
Opportunities to contribute to a pro-bono program to give back to our community.
To apply/More Information
Please forward your resume and a one-page cover letter to paralegal@flitnerlaw.com.au
All telephone enquiries to the Principal Thomas Flitner on 03 9435 5700.
For more information about Flitner & Company, visit www.flitnerlaw.com.au
Organisation Name
Flitner & Company, Barristers & Solicitors
Contact Name
Thomas Christian Flitner
Email address
paralegal@flitnerlaw.com.au
Job Level
Post-admission
State
Victoria
Country
Australia
Aug 24, 2018
Full-time
We are a small busy suburban law firm situated in the Greensborough Plaza.
We are seeking an energetic lawyer to join our practice. This is a great opportunity for those graduate and those with 1-2 years work experience (as solicitor or paralegal) who are keen team players.
The role
You will be assisting the principal and senior lawyers in providing a full range of services across a number of areas, including:
Litigation
Commercial (general advisory)
Family Law
Crime
Immigration
Property
Conveyancing
Aviation
Animal Law
Wills and Probate and estate claims
VOCAT
Employment Law
Personal injury
Banking and Finance
Administrative Law
Environment and Planning Law
Intellectual Law
Tax Law
Technology Law
General practice law matters
Other
Successful candidates may have had exposure to litigious matters.
Duties will include but not limited to:
Conferences with client's and with briefed Counsel
Preparing originating processes, witness statements and other court documents;
Conducting legal research;
Handling legal documents, file administration and assisting in general carriage;
Drafting correspondence to clients and other parties;
Client relationship management;
You will work autonomously with solid mentoring support and supervision from the principal and senior members of our team.
To be successful you will also need to demonstrate the following:
Minimum admission to practice law / 1-2 years post admission experience;
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with sound attention to details;
Outstanding time management skills and ability to handle pressure;
Ability to work well within a team and autonomously;
Experience and ability to develop strong client relationships.
Remuneration
You will be offered:
A competitive remuneration structure;
Further performance based incentive which remunerates you much better than your base salary;
Access to strong mentoring;
Opportunities to contribute to a pro-bono program to give back to our community.
To apply/More Information
Please forward your resume and a one-page cover letter to paralegal@flitnerlaw.com.au
All telephone enquiries to the Principal Thomas Flitner on 03 9435 5700.
For more information about Flitner & Company, visit www.flitnerlaw.com.au
Organisation Name
Flitner & Company, Barristers & Solicitors
Contact Name
Thomas Christian Flitner
Email address
paralegal@flitnerlaw.com.au
Job Level
Post-admission
State
Victoria
Country
Australia
