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Public Interest Advocacy Centre
Sydney NSW, Australia
The Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC) is currently recruiting for two Practical Legal Training (PLT) placements. The placements are unpaid but reasonable travel costs are reimbursed. PLTs are supervised by a Senior Solicitor within our strategic litigation team, and have an opportunity to work with lawyers and policy officers across our organisation. The major projects currently being undertaken by PIAC with a strong legal component include the generalist strategic litigation practice and the Indigenous Justice Program. One of the PLTs recruited will work on all projects across the strategic litigation team. The other will work specifically on the Asylum Seekers Health Rights Project (ASHR). PIAC’s Asylum Seeker Health Rights Project seeks to ensure basic minimum standards for medical and mental health care for asylum seekers held in Australia’s immigration detention centres. Using a combination of strategic litigation and social justice advocacy, the project aims to create urgently needed systemic reform by seeking to have minimum standards for medical and mental health care provided for in law.
PIAC’s strategic litigation team conduct high impact strategic litigation that achieves positive outcomes for significant groups of disadvantaged people. We bring test cases that create important legal precedents that protect human rights and promote social justice for disadvantaged people. The Volunteer PLT Placements will contribute to the provision of a successful, innovative, and responsive legal practice through assisting with PIAC’s telephone information and advice service and with PIAC’s litigation and associated policy and law reform, training and administrative work. We accept students who have completed or are close to completion of their law degree, and we ask PLTs to commit to a minimum of 3 days per week, for a minimum of 60 days in total. A job description setting out the selection criteria for these positions is available for download from the PIAC website . Your application should make clear whether you wish to be considered for the ASHR project, the general strategic litigation position, or both. For further information about future recruitment of PLTs, please contact Senior Solicitor Julia Mansour by email on jmansour@piac.asn.au .
Applications close: 11 May 2018
Placements commence: end of May 2018
Apr 20, 2018
Part-time
The Public Interest Advocacy Centre (PIAC) is currently recruiting for two Practical Legal Training (PLT) placements. The placements are unpaid but reasonable travel costs are reimbursed. PLTs are supervised by a Senior Solicitor within our strategic litigation team, and have an opportunity to work with lawyers and policy officers across our organisation. The major projects currently being undertaken by PIAC with a strong legal component include the generalist strategic litigation practice and the Indigenous Justice Program. One of the PLTs recruited will work on all projects across the strategic litigation team. The other will work specifically on the Asylum Seekers Health Rights Project (ASHR). PIAC’s Asylum Seeker Health Rights Project seeks to ensure basic minimum standards for medical and mental health care for asylum seekers held in Australia’s immigration detention centres. Using a combination of strategic litigation and social justice advocacy, the project aims to create urgently needed systemic reform by seeking to have minimum standards for medical and mental health care provided for in law.
PIAC’s strategic litigation team conduct high impact strategic litigation that achieves positive outcomes for significant groups of disadvantaged people. We bring test cases that create important legal precedents that protect human rights and promote social justice for disadvantaged people. The Volunteer PLT Placements will contribute to the provision of a successful, innovative, and responsive legal practice through assisting with PIAC’s telephone information and advice service and with PIAC’s litigation and associated policy and law reform, training and administrative work. We accept students who have completed or are close to completion of their law degree, and we ask PLTs to commit to a minimum of 3 days per week, for a minimum of 60 days in total. A job description setting out the selection criteria for these positions is available for download from the PIAC website . Your application should make clear whether you wish to be considered for the ASHR project, the general strategic litigation position, or both. For further information about future recruitment of PLTs, please contact Senior Solicitor Julia Mansour by email on jmansour@piac.asn.au .
Applications close: 11 May 2018
Placements commence: end of May 2018
Immigration Advice & Rights Centre
Sydney NSW, Australia
Interested in helping asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants? Curious about what it’s like to work in a community legal centre?
If you did law because you were passionate about human rights and social justice, loved research or wanted to help people negotiate the legal system, then the Immigration Advice and Rights Centre (IARC) is the place to put your knowledge and your passion into practice while completing the work experience component of your PLT.
IARC is a Community Legal Centre that works with asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants. We provide free legal advice and assistance as solicitors and registered migration agents to vulnerable clients in matters such as protection visas (with particular expertise in LGBTIQ protection visas), family visas (with the majority of our work under the family violence provisions) and visa conditions, cancellation, and citizenship. IARC is also heavily involved in policy and law reform and community development, education and advocacy.
The IARC legal team is small and highly skilled. As such you will receive excellent one on one training and supervision. You will learn about immigration law and the political environment we work in. You will be exposed to the legal and community sector and experience a unique way of working. You will be taught interviewing skills, file management and the fundamentals of working in a legal practice.
Your responsibilities will include undertaking research and drafting documents, being involved in the carriage of matters and working with clients.
Selection criteria
YOU MUST ADDRESS THE SELECTION CRITERIA FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED
We are looking for people who
can demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
can demonstrate a commitment to human rights and social justice
are willing to help where needed, have initiative and are organised
undertaking a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. We have a required minimum of 55 – 75 day work experience component of your PLT
are able to work three days a week.
This is an unpaid position.
APPLY
Apply by forwarding your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (1-5) above to Avril Nadin, Project Officer, at iarcvolunteer@iarc.asn.au
Enquiries can also be sent to this email.
Applications close Tuesday 1 May at 5 pm . Note that applications will be assessed as they come in and interviews will be arranged for successful candidates.
IARC's PLT placements are highly sought after positions and attract a high calibre of applicant.
If you do not address the Selection Criteria, you will not be considered.
Apr 17, 2018
Part-time
Interested in helping asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants? Curious about what it’s like to work in a community legal centre?
If you did law because you were passionate about human rights and social justice, loved research or wanted to help people negotiate the legal system, then the Immigration Advice and Rights Centre (IARC) is the place to put your knowledge and your passion into practice while completing the work experience component of your PLT.
IARC is a Community Legal Centre that works with asylum seekers, refugees and vulnerable migrants. We provide free legal advice and assistance as solicitors and registered migration agents to vulnerable clients in matters such as protection visas (with particular expertise in LGBTIQ protection visas), family visas (with the majority of our work under the family violence provisions) and visa conditions, cancellation, and citizenship. IARC is also heavily involved in policy and law reform and community development, education and advocacy.
The IARC legal team is small and highly skilled. As such you will receive excellent one on one training and supervision. You will learn about immigration law and the political environment we work in. You will be exposed to the legal and community sector and experience a unique way of working. You will be taught interviewing skills, file management and the fundamentals of working in a legal practice.
Your responsibilities will include undertaking research and drafting documents, being involved in the carriage of matters and working with clients.
Selection criteria
YOU MUST ADDRESS THE SELECTION CRITERIA FOR YOUR APPLICATION TO BE CONSIDERED
We are looking for people who
can demonstrate excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
can demonstrate a commitment to human rights and social justice
are willing to help where needed, have initiative and are organised
undertaking a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. We have a required minimum of 55 – 75 day work experience component of your PLT
are able to work three days a week.
This is an unpaid position.
APPLY
Apply by forwarding your CV and a cover letter addressing the selection criteria (1-5) above to Avril Nadin, Project Officer, at iarcvolunteer@iarc.asn.au
Enquiries can also be sent to this email.
Applications close Tuesday 1 May at 5 pm . Note that applications will be assessed as they come in and interviews will be arranged for successful candidates.
IARC's PLT placements are highly sought after positions and attract a high calibre of applicant.
If you do not address the Selection Criteria, you will not be considered.
Consumer Credit Legal Service (WA)
Perth WA, Australia
Are you looking to complete your PLT in a rewarding environment?
Who are we?
Consumer Credit Legal Service (WA) Inc. is a not-for-profit community legal centre that specialises in credit law and the Australian Consumer Law, particularly assisting those who are disadvantaged and experience barriers to accessing justice.
Our PLT program is highly regarded by students as excellent preparation to working in legal practice. However, due to the capacity of CCLSWA, we can only take a limited number of volunteers at any one time throughout the year.
What would I do?
Opportunity to liaise directly with clients by telephone or in person
Draft legal advice and receive feedback directly from supervising solicitors
Assist in case file management
Undertake detailed legal and policy research
Prepare and deliver community legal education sessions to the Community
What do I need?
You will need to have a passion for community service and an LLB or Juris Doctor graduate degree with a strong academic record. You must be able to commit to at least 3 days per week until your PLT has been completed.
Why should I do it?
Get some valuable experience in a real legal environment. Gain new skills and improve your CV. “Don’t limit your career goals to working in a big corporate firm ... do so much more than just focusing on profits and billable hours and provide an essential service to those in need.” – Damon, PLT Volunteer
“The opportunity to directly interact with clients and draft advice has been incredibly valuable. I have learnt how to talk to clients, what questions to ask clients and inadvertently improved my interviewing skills. Also, the team is amazing – everyone is amazingly nice and wants to help us learn!” – Shannon, Volunteer Paralegal
Apply via our website: https://cclswa.org.au/about-us/volunteers/
Apr 11, 2018
Contract
Are you looking to complete your PLT in a rewarding environment?
Who are we?
Consumer Credit Legal Service (WA) Inc. is a not-for-profit community legal centre that specialises in credit law and the Australian Consumer Law, particularly assisting those who are disadvantaged and experience barriers to accessing justice.
Our PLT program is highly regarded by students as excellent preparation to working in legal practice. However, due to the capacity of CCLSWA, we can only take a limited number of volunteers at any one time throughout the year.
What would I do?
Opportunity to liaise directly with clients by telephone or in person
Draft legal advice and receive feedback directly from supervising solicitors
Assist in case file management
Undertake detailed legal and policy research
Prepare and deliver community legal education sessions to the Community
What do I need?
You will need to have a passion for community service and an LLB or Juris Doctor graduate degree with a strong academic record. You must be able to commit to at least 3 days per week until your PLT has been completed.
Why should I do it?
Get some valuable experience in a real legal environment. Gain new skills and improve your CV. “Don’t limit your career goals to working in a big corporate firm ... do so much more than just focusing on profits and billable hours and provide an essential service to those in need.” – Damon, PLT Volunteer
“The opportunity to directly interact with clients and draft advice has been incredibly valuable. I have learnt how to talk to clients, what questions to ask clients and inadvertently improved my interviewing skills. Also, the team is amazing – everyone is amazingly nice and wants to help us learn!” – Shannon, Volunteer Paralegal
Apply via our website: https://cclswa.org.au/about-us/volunteers/
Mental Health Law Centre
Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia
Volunteer PLT paralegal opportunity
Minimum three days per week: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: Mental Health Law Centre, 255 Hay St, Subiaco, WA
Mental Health Law Centre (WA) is a specialist community legal centre. We provide legal assistance to people with mental illnesses, which illnesses are causally related to their legal issues. We specialise in mental health advocacy at the Mental Health Tribunal, criminal defence work at courts, and human rights advocacy on guardianship and administration matters at the State Administrative Tribunal. Periodically, we recruit suitably qualified law graduates as volunteer PLT paralegals. Our paralegals perform crucial tasks. Most of your work will involve direct client and stakeholder contact through our telephone advice line; however you will also undertake legal research; drafting of advice, documents and submissions subject to lawyers’ supervision; casework file administration and client interviews. You will work closely with our lawyers and with each other.
Criteria
You will be a recent law graduate, undertaking a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and able to commit to a minimum of three (3) work days per week for the purpose of your PLT requirements.
Experience in legal and/or customer service industries is preferable but not essential.
Expectations and culture
Before you apply, please be aware of our expectations and culture:
We have high standards of both attitude and aptitude. You must come with an excellent work ethic. And you must have strong written and oral communication skills plus strong legal research skills;
We take pride in our work, and “own” our work as a collective;
If shortlisted, you will be required to attend a one-hour interview with the Principal Legal Officer; and
If you accept an offer, you will be required to attend a two-day induction at our offices.
How it will benefit you
Our graduate paralegals:
Gain practical experience in applying the law to our clients’ legal issues;
Develop their communication skills through dealing with people who have complex needs;
Develop advocacy skills through working closely with our lawyers on their casefile work;
May undertake direct advocacy work through representing clients at Tribunal hearings; and
May have enhanced career-oriented skills.
Application
To apply, please submit a cover letter with your resume and complete academic transcript to office@mhlcwa.org.au . Please also include your availability throughout the work week. Please note we usually respond to shortlisted applicants only.
Thank you for your interest. For more information, please visit www.mhlcwa.org.au/
Apr 11, 2018
Part-time
Volunteer PLT paralegal opportunity
Minimum three days per week: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: Mental Health Law Centre, 255 Hay St, Subiaco, WA
Mental Health Law Centre (WA) is a specialist community legal centre. We provide legal assistance to people with mental illnesses, which illnesses are causally related to their legal issues. We specialise in mental health advocacy at the Mental Health Tribunal, criminal defence work at courts, and human rights advocacy on guardianship and administration matters at the State Administrative Tribunal. Periodically, we recruit suitably qualified law graduates as volunteer PLT paralegals. Our paralegals perform crucial tasks. Most of your work will involve direct client and stakeholder contact through our telephone advice line; however you will also undertake legal research; drafting of advice, documents and submissions subject to lawyers’ supervision; casework file administration and client interviews. You will work closely with our lawyers and with each other.
Criteria
You will be a recent law graduate, undertaking a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and able to commit to a minimum of three (3) work days per week for the purpose of your PLT requirements.
Experience in legal and/or customer service industries is preferable but not essential.
Expectations and culture
Before you apply, please be aware of our expectations and culture:
We have high standards of both attitude and aptitude. You must come with an excellent work ethic. And you must have strong written and oral communication skills plus strong legal research skills;
We take pride in our work, and “own” our work as a collective;
If shortlisted, you will be required to attend a one-hour interview with the Principal Legal Officer; and
If you accept an offer, you will be required to attend a two-day induction at our offices.
How it will benefit you
Our graduate paralegals:
Gain practical experience in applying the law to our clients’ legal issues;
Develop their communication skills through dealing with people who have complex needs;
Develop advocacy skills through working closely with our lawyers on their casefile work;
May undertake direct advocacy work through representing clients at Tribunal hearings; and
May have enhanced career-oriented skills.
Application
To apply, please submit a cover letter with your resume and complete academic transcript to office@mhlcwa.org.au . Please also include your availability throughout the work week. Please note we usually respond to shortlisted applicants only.
Thank you for your interest. For more information, please visit www.mhlcwa.org.au/
Central Coast Community Legal Centre
Wyong NSW, Australia
Central Coast Community Legal Centre (CCCLC) is seeking full-time or part-time volunteers wishing to complete their practical legal training in a busy generalist practice that provides free legal services to people living, working or studying on the Central Coast. These are unpaid positions.
You must:
Have completed or be close to completing College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Ideally be able to work at least 2 days a week and
Attend a compulsory two-day General Orientation and Intake Training.
Scheduled 2018 orientation dates are:
30 th April and 1 st May 2018
2 nd July and 3 rd July 2018
3 rd and 4 th September 2018
5 th and 6 th November 2018
Applications aimed for particular orientation dates should be submitted at least three weeks prior. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and assessed on relevant skills as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who live on the Central Coast and candidates who want to complete at least 45 days with CCCLC.
Email your resume and academic transcript to contact@centralcoastclc.org.au
During your placement with CCCLC you can expect to be exposed to a wide range of legal matters, including debt, fines, family, employment, discrimination, motor vehicle accidents, Apprehended Violence Orders and more!
You will gain experience in providing legal information and referral services by telephone, interviewing clients, attending outreach locations, drafting legal letters and court documents, undertaking legal research, developing community legal education materials, engaging in community development and participating in systemic advocacy.
Based in Wyong NSW, CCCLC provides free legal advice to homeless people at Coast Shelter in Gosford; to disadvantaged people at Toukley Neighbourhood Centre and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders at Mingaletta at Umina. We advise unrepresented litigants in Traffic and AVO matters at Wyong Local Court and operate a Children’s Court Assistance Scheme at Wyong, Woy Woy and Broadmeadow Children’s Courts.
Become a part of our friendly and committed team of volunteers who work together to provide access to justice to the people who really need it most on the Central Coast
Apr 06, 2018
Part-time
Central Coast Community Legal Centre (CCCLC) is seeking full-time or part-time volunteers wishing to complete their practical legal training in a busy generalist practice that provides free legal services to people living, working or studying on the Central Coast. These are unpaid positions.
You must:
Have completed or be close to completing College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Ideally be able to work at least 2 days a week and
Attend a compulsory two-day General Orientation and Intake Training.
Scheduled 2018 orientation dates are:
30 th April and 1 st May 2018
2 nd July and 3 rd July 2018
3 rd and 4 th September 2018
5 th and 6 th November 2018
Applications aimed for particular orientation dates should be submitted at least three weeks prior. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and assessed on relevant skills as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who live on the Central Coast and candidates who want to complete at least 45 days with CCCLC.
Email your resume and academic transcript to contact@centralcoastclc.org.au
During your placement with CCCLC you can expect to be exposed to a wide range of legal matters, including debt, fines, family, employment, discrimination, motor vehicle accidents, Apprehended Violence Orders and more!
You will gain experience in providing legal information and referral services by telephone, interviewing clients, attending outreach locations, drafting legal letters and court documents, undertaking legal research, developing community legal education materials, engaging in community development and participating in systemic advocacy.
Based in Wyong NSW, CCCLC provides free legal advice to homeless people at Coast Shelter in Gosford; to disadvantaged people at Toukley Neighbourhood Centre and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders at Mingaletta at Umina. We advise unrepresented litigants in Traffic and AVO matters at Wyong Local Court and operate a Children’s Court Assistance Scheme at Wyong, Woy Woy and Broadmeadow Children’s Courts.
Become a part of our friendly and committed team of volunteers who work together to provide access to justice to the people who really need it most on the Central Coast
Refugee Advice and Casework Service (RACS)
Randwick, New South Wales, Australia
The Refugee Advice and Casework Service (RACS) seeks a dedicated person to join its team of committed human rights lawyers as a Practical Legal Trainee (students who hold a law degree and who are undertaking a course for practical admission as a lawyer). There are multiple positions available in our Randwick office, our Outreach Service offices.
Responsibilities include research, drafting statements, observing and assisting with client appointments, accompanying lawyers to client meetings and DIBP interviews and various other administrative and legal tasks. You will receive on-the-job training and supervision.
You will have had previous volunteer experience and be able to demonstrate a commitment to human rights and social justice, an understanding of the issues that affect asylum seekers, and a capacity to problem-solve. You will have administrative and organisational experience, and have the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders in a confident and a respectful manner. You will also need initiative and a sense of humour.
These are unpaid positions.
About RACS: RACS is an independent community legal centre with a vision of a world where asylum seekers and refugees who seek Australia's protection are able to live their lives with dignity, security, family unity and freedom.
RACS provides free, specialist legal services for asylum seekers and refugees. Through individual advice sessions, community education and public advocacy, RACS strives to ensure that individuals and families at risk of persecution gain access to equal and fair representation before the law.
Requirements: You must be enrolled in, or about to enrol in, College of Law. It would be preferable if you are available to work a minimum of 3 or 4 days per week. We have a required minimum of 60 days.
Application Procedure: To apply, please email a cover letter setting out your interest in working at RACS and your suitability for the role, along with a current resume to jawatt@collaw.edu.au . Please include how many days per week you can commit to and when you are available to start. Please note shortlisted candidates may also be required to attend an interview.
Dec 12, 2017
Part-time
The Refugee Advice and Casework Service (RACS) seeks a dedicated person to join its team of committed human rights lawyers as a Practical Legal Trainee (students who hold a law degree and who are undertaking a course for practical admission as a lawyer). There are multiple positions available in our Randwick office, our Outreach Service offices.
Responsibilities include research, drafting statements, observing and assisting with client appointments, accompanying lawyers to client meetings and DIBP interviews and various other administrative and legal tasks. You will receive on-the-job training and supervision.
You will have had previous volunteer experience and be able to demonstrate a commitment to human rights and social justice, an understanding of the issues that affect asylum seekers, and a capacity to problem-solve. You will have administrative and organisational experience, and have the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders in a confident and a respectful manner. You will also need initiative and a sense of humour.
These are unpaid positions.
About RACS: RACS is an independent community legal centre with a vision of a world where asylum seekers and refugees who seek Australia's protection are able to live their lives with dignity, security, family unity and freedom.
RACS provides free, specialist legal services for asylum seekers and refugees. Through individual advice sessions, community education and public advocacy, RACS strives to ensure that individuals and families at risk of persecution gain access to equal and fair representation before the law.
Requirements: You must be enrolled in, or about to enrol in, College of Law. It would be preferable if you are available to work a minimum of 3 or 4 days per week. We have a required minimum of 60 days.
Application Procedure: To apply, please email a cover letter setting out your interest in working at RACS and your suitability for the role, along with a current resume to jawatt@collaw.edu.au . Please include how many days per week you can commit to and when you are available to start. Please note shortlisted candidates may also be required to attend an interview.
PLT placement
Position available on a full time basis commencing immediately.
This is an opportunity to work alongside senior lawyer in the areas of commercial law, property law, wills & estate and litigation.
Suitable for PLT student who has completed the PLT course and wishes to undertake a PLT placement.
The successful candidate will need to meet the following criteria:
an innovative thinker who believes in delivering good quality legal advice
responsible and accountable
strong attention to detail
excellent written and verbal communication
willingness to learn and take directions
To apply, please submit your resume, academic result and a cover letter to meg@mlklegal.com.au . Only successful candidate will be contacted.
This is an unpaid PLT placement, however a paid position may be offered depending on performance review.
Apr 24, 2018
Full-time
PLT placement
Position available on a full time basis commencing immediately.
This is an opportunity to work alongside senior lawyer in the areas of commercial law, property law, wills & estate and litigation.
Suitable for PLT student who has completed the PLT course and wishes to undertake a PLT placement.
The successful candidate will need to meet the following criteria:
an innovative thinker who believes in delivering good quality legal advice
responsible and accountable
strong attention to detail
excellent written and verbal communication
willingness to learn and take directions
To apply, please submit your resume, academic result and a cover letter to meg@mlklegal.com.au . Only successful candidate will be contacted.
This is an unpaid PLT placement, however a paid position may be offered depending on performance review.
Our Melbourne office is currently recruiting PLT students to work with our Homeless Law and Seniors Law Service. PLT students receive on-the-job legal training and supervision, providing valuable experience to set you up for your legal career.
We have places for two or three students to start in April/May working a minimum of 3 days per week, for a minimum of 50 days. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Homeless Law and Seniors Law are two dynamic legal teams at Justice Connect delivering access to justice through pro bono. Homeless Law provides legal assistance to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, specialising in tenancy, infringements, guardianship and administration law and credit and debt. Seniors Law is a legal service for older Victorians, specialising in elder abuse and other legal issues associated with ageing.
Through the PLT placement, you will have the opportunity to participate in:
Intake of new telephone enquiries;
taking instructions and communicating with clients;
assessing matters for clinic appointments and drafting letters;
file management: inputting and maintaining accurate client information and communications;
delivering supervised legal information to clients;
supporting the work of the lawyers (internal and secondee lawyers) by communicating with lawyers, case workers and court and tribunal staff, and drafting correspondence and referral memoranda;
legal research, analysis and problem solving; and
team meetings.
Applications will be assessed on relevant skills and experience as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.
The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the Melbourne CBD. This is an unpaid position.
You must:
Be enrolled in, or have completed College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Be able to work at least 3 days a week; and
Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect.
For information on what to expect from your placement, please go to www.justiceconnect.org.au/getinvolved/practical-legal-training-placements .
How to Apply:
Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a cover letter and CV.
Please ensure your cover letter includes:
· your available start date, your preferred days, how many days placement you can commit to and the details of your GDLP provider.
Applications should be emailed to plt.recruitment@justiceconnect.org.au as a single Word or PDF file including “PLT Application – Homeless Law & Seniors Law” in the email subject line.
Apr 24, 2018
Part-time
Our Melbourne office is currently recruiting PLT students to work with our Homeless Law and Seniors Law Service. PLT students receive on-the-job legal training and supervision, providing valuable experience to set you up for your legal career.
We have places for two or three students to start in April/May working a minimum of 3 days per week, for a minimum of 50 days. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Homeless Law and Seniors Law are two dynamic legal teams at Justice Connect delivering access to justice through pro bono. Homeless Law provides legal assistance to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, specialising in tenancy, infringements, guardianship and administration law and credit and debt. Seniors Law is a legal service for older Victorians, specialising in elder abuse and other legal issues associated with ageing.
Through the PLT placement, you will have the opportunity to participate in:
Intake of new telephone enquiries;
taking instructions and communicating with clients;
assessing matters for clinic appointments and drafting letters;
file management: inputting and maintaining accurate client information and communications;
delivering supervised legal information to clients;
supporting the work of the lawyers (internal and secondee lawyers) by communicating with lawyers, case workers and court and tribunal staff, and drafting correspondence and referral memoranda;
legal research, analysis and problem solving; and
team meetings.
Applications will be assessed on relevant skills and experience as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.
The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the Melbourne CBD. This is an unpaid position.
You must:
Be enrolled in, or have completed College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Be able to work at least 3 days a week; and
Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect.
For information on what to expect from your placement, please go to www.justiceconnect.org.au/getinvolved/practical-legal-training-placements .
How to Apply:
Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a cover letter and CV.
Please ensure your cover letter includes:
· your available start date, your preferred days, how many days placement you can commit to and the details of your GDLP provider.
Applications should be emailed to plt.recruitment@justiceconnect.org.au as a single Word or PDF file including “PLT Application – Homeless Law & Seniors Law” in the email subject line.
Justice Connect’s Public Interest Law in Melbourne is currently looking for a Practice Legal Trainee* (PLT) to start as soon as possible, minimum days 50 total, minimum 3 days per week.
The Public interest Law team makes referrals to barristers and solicitors on behalf of individuals experiencing disadvantage. PLT students are a vital part of our work. Successful applicants will gain valuable and practical generalist experience working alongside experienced lawyers and barristers in the pursuit of social justice.
Some of the tasks that Public Interest Law PLTs undertake include:
Taking instructions from potential clients who are vulnerable
Managing intake of new telephone enquiries via the professional hotline
File management: maintaining accurate client information
Providing supervised legal information to clients
Involvement in current and potential Public Interest Law projects, which may include researching of particular issues, preparing fact sheets, participating in discussions.
Legal research, analysis and problem solving
Participate in making referrals which may include; liaising with barristers and lawyers, preparing referral memos and delivering briefs to counsel chambers.
To be eligible for this position, you must:
Have completed your law degree
Be currently completing your Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (through College of law or an equivalent institution)
Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect
Lawyers will not be considered
*Please note that PLT positions are unpaid*
The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the Melbourne CBD.
As a PLT student with this service, you will develop practical and procedural legal experience and skills across various practice areas. Applications will be assessed on a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-forprofit organisations and the community sector.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.
Apr 24, 2018
Part-time
Justice Connect’s Public Interest Law in Melbourne is currently looking for a Practice Legal Trainee* (PLT) to start as soon as possible, minimum days 50 total, minimum 3 days per week.
The Public interest Law team makes referrals to barristers and solicitors on behalf of individuals experiencing disadvantage. PLT students are a vital part of our work. Successful applicants will gain valuable and practical generalist experience working alongside experienced lawyers and barristers in the pursuit of social justice.
Some of the tasks that Public Interest Law PLTs undertake include:
Taking instructions from potential clients who are vulnerable
Managing intake of new telephone enquiries via the professional hotline
File management: maintaining accurate client information
Providing supervised legal information to clients
Involvement in current and potential Public Interest Law projects, which may include researching of particular issues, preparing fact sheets, participating in discussions.
Legal research, analysis and problem solving
Participate in making referrals which may include; liaising with barristers and lawyers, preparing referral memos and delivering briefs to counsel chambers.
To be eligible for this position, you must:
Have completed your law degree
Be currently completing your Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (through College of law or an equivalent institution)
Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect
Lawyers will not be considered
*Please note that PLT positions are unpaid*
The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the Melbourne CBD.
As a PLT student with this service, you will develop practical and procedural legal experience and skills across various practice areas. Applications will be assessed on a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-forprofit organisations and the community sector.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.
We are a new firm specialising in family law in the Parramatta and Sydney areas. We are currently seeking a law student in their penultimate or final year of their degree with an interest in family law, to undertake Practical Legal Training or work experience. Your responsibilities will include; assisting our solicitors to draft legal documents, research, reviewing court materials, liaising with clients and occasional court attendances. Applicants are required to be available 1 day per week. This position is unpaid. Closing date for this position is 9 May 2018.
Please forward a 1 page CV and cover letter outlining your interest in the position, along with your academic transcript to: Elizabeth@asfamilylawyers.com.au
Apr 24, 2018
Contract
We are a new firm specialising in family law in the Parramatta and Sydney areas. We are currently seeking a law student in their penultimate or final year of their degree with an interest in family law, to undertake Practical Legal Training or work experience. Your responsibilities will include; assisting our solicitors to draft legal documents, research, reviewing court materials, liaising with clients and occasional court attendances. Applicants are required to be available 1 day per week. This position is unpaid. Closing date for this position is 9 May 2018.
Please forward a 1 page CV and cover letter outlining your interest in the position, along with your academic transcript to: Elizabeth@asfamilylawyers.com.au
Wentworth Lawyers & Partners
Sydney NSW, Australia
Wentworth Lawyers & Partners is inviting a PLT Candidate who has to complete work experience component of PLT program. This work experience will be conducted under strict and structured supervision with our senior lawyers in the following areas of law.
Mainly focus on corporate, commercial, tax, employment and insolvency, litigation.
Legal research.
Attending client meeting.
Drafting correspondence.
This is a voluntary PLT placement with potential employment opportunity as a junior solicitor after admission.
Apr 24, 2018
Part-time
Wentworth Lawyers & Partners is inviting a PLT Candidate who has to complete work experience component of PLT program. This work experience will be conducted under strict and structured supervision with our senior lawyers in the following areas of law.
Mainly focus on corporate, commercial, tax, employment and insolvency, litigation.
Legal research.
Attending client meeting.
Drafting correspondence.
This is a voluntary PLT placement with potential employment opportunity as a junior solicitor after admission.
PLT work experience placement available.
Future full-time/part-time opportunity.
English & Korean language skills preferred but not essential.
Detail oriented person.
Advanced MS Office skills.
Excellent communication skills.
Apr 24, 2018
Contract
PLT work experience placement available.
Future full-time/part-time opportunity.
English & Korean language skills preferred but not essential.
Detail oriented person.
Advanced MS Office skills.
Excellent communication skills.
CMI Legal is a growing legal practice located in Chatswood. We focus on providing premium legal service in three main areas being commercial law, conveyancing and migration.
We are currently looking for law students seeking to complete their Practical Legal Training to join our team. The role is an unpaid position. Students will be participating in our PLT program to gain practical experience in handling migration applications, conveyancing processes and legal drafting on commercial transactions.
At the end of the program there is opportunity for full time employment as a graduate solicitor to join our legal team. We work in a team environment with friendly working hours and will be providing candidates with legal training for career development.
The successful candidate should have the following:
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to read and write Chinese preferred
Suitable to work in a team environment
Be proactive and keen to learn
Attention to detail
Time management skills
Genuine interest in becoming part of the practice
Please send your CV and academic transcripts to john.zhang@cmiglobal.com.au
Apr 24, 2018
Part-time
CMI Legal is a growing legal practice located in Chatswood. We focus on providing premium legal service in three main areas being commercial law, conveyancing and migration.
We are currently looking for law students seeking to complete their Practical Legal Training to join our team. The role is an unpaid position. Students will be participating in our PLT program to gain practical experience in handling migration applications, conveyancing processes and legal drafting on commercial transactions.
At the end of the program there is opportunity for full time employment as a graduate solicitor to join our legal team. We work in a team environment with friendly working hours and will be providing candidates with legal training for career development.
The successful candidate should have the following:
Good communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to read and write Chinese preferred
Suitable to work in a team environment
Be proactive and keen to learn
Attention to detail
Time management skills
Genuine interest in becoming part of the practice
Please send your CV and academic transcripts to john.zhang@cmiglobal.com.au
Nyman Gibson Miralis is one of the largest and leading criminal defence law firms in NSW providing representation to people across the State in every type of criminal law matter.
Nyman Gibson Miralis is offering two voluntary PLT placements to someone with initiative and a strong and genuine interest in criminal law. One placement will be in our Sydney office and the other in our Parramatta office.
For those looking to enter the field of criminal law, the experience will be invaluable. You will be involved in assisting the supervising solicitor, analysing and organising the briefs of evidence, legal research, attending conferences, attending court and drafting comprehensive written legal documents and submissions.
To be eligible for the position, you must be able to commit to at least 4, preferably 5 days per week and available to commence as soon as possible.
Please note that this position is unpaid and only for those seeking a PLT Placement; applications for general work experience will not be considered.
Applications close 23 May 2018.
If you are interested in applying for the voluntary PLT Placement, please forward your CV, academic transcript and a cover letter to Ms Eva Loverso at eva@ngm.com.au . For further enquiries please phone (02) 9264 8884 between 9.00am and 5.00pm.
Please visit our website www.ngm.com.au for further information regarding Nyman Gibson Miralis.
Apr 23, 2018
Part-time
Nyman Gibson Miralis is one of the largest and leading criminal defence law firms in NSW providing representation to people across the State in every type of criminal law matter.
Nyman Gibson Miralis is offering two voluntary PLT placements to someone with initiative and a strong and genuine interest in criminal law. One placement will be in our Sydney office and the other in our Parramatta office.
For those looking to enter the field of criminal law, the experience will be invaluable. You will be involved in assisting the supervising solicitor, analysing and organising the briefs of evidence, legal research, attending conferences, attending court and drafting comprehensive written legal documents and submissions.
To be eligible for the position, you must be able to commit to at least 4, preferably 5 days per week and available to commence as soon as possible.
Please note that this position is unpaid and only for those seeking a PLT Placement; applications for general work experience will not be considered.
Applications close 23 May 2018.
If you are interested in applying for the voluntary PLT Placement, please forward your CV, academic transcript and a cover letter to Ms Eva Loverso at eva@ngm.com.au . For further enquiries please phone (02) 9264 8884 between 9.00am and 5.00pm.
Please visit our website www.ngm.com.au for further information regarding Nyman Gibson Miralis.
Salvos Legal Humanitarian
Solicitor (Volunteer) – Humanitarian Law
Salvos Legal Humanitarian is an award-winning, social enterprise law firm owned by the Salvation Army. We provide free legal services to people who need them most, and have acted for free in over 22,000 matters. Uniquely, we are fully funded by our commercial arm, Salvos Legal, which acts for NSW and Federal Government agencies, ASX 200 companies, SMEs, Not-For-Profits and individuals.
Our firm was recognised as the 2014 Law Firm of the Year in the Australian Law Awards and was awarded Australian Law Firm of the Year (up to 100 lawyers) and Corporate Citizen Firm of the Year at the 2016 Australasian Law Awards . We were also recently named one of the 2016 Innovative Firms by Australasian Lawyer .
The role…
A volunteer placement with Salvos Legal Humanitarian offers you a unique opportunity to:
Gain “hands on” experience in criminal, family and refugee and migration law and day-to-day case management in a best practice environment;
Develop your foundational legal skills through active mentoring from our respected staff team;
Gain 4 months experience towards your unrestricted practicing certificate in a social justice context;
Participate in our internal CLE program, earning a minimum of 5 CLE points during your 4 month internship;
Benefit from our staff well-being program, which supports both professional and personal development;
Join an innovative, energetic and friendly team in a boutique firm
You…
To secure this exciting opportunity you will need to be a junior solicitor with a genuine interest in humanitarian law, and a commitment to volunteering full-time for four months. You will have strong communication and time-management skills, proven interpersonal skills including the ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds, and a desire to learn from more experienced practitioners while making an integral contribution to your team.
If you are an energetic and flexible young lawyer with a heart for social justice, then you may well be the right person to join this team.
To apply, please forward your CV together with a one-page cover letter to:
Rebecca Cannell
Volunteer & Education Coordinator
volunteercoordinator@salvoslegal.com.au
Apr 23, 2018
Part-time
Salvos Legal Humanitarian
Solicitor (Volunteer) – Humanitarian Law
Salvos Legal Humanitarian is an award-winning, social enterprise law firm owned by the Salvation Army. We provide free legal services to people who need them most, and have acted for free in over 22,000 matters. Uniquely, we are fully funded by our commercial arm, Salvos Legal, which acts for NSW and Federal Government agencies, ASX 200 companies, SMEs, Not-For-Profits and individuals.
Our firm was recognised as the 2014 Law Firm of the Year in the Australian Law Awards and was awarded Australian Law Firm of the Year (up to 100 lawyers) and Corporate Citizen Firm of the Year at the 2016 Australasian Law Awards . We were also recently named one of the 2016 Innovative Firms by Australasian Lawyer .
The role…
A volunteer placement with Salvos Legal Humanitarian offers you a unique opportunity to:
Gain “hands on” experience in criminal, family and refugee and migration law and day-to-day case management in a best practice environment;
Develop your foundational legal skills through active mentoring from our respected staff team;
Gain 4 months experience towards your unrestricted practicing certificate in a social justice context;
Participate in our internal CLE program, earning a minimum of 5 CLE points during your 4 month internship;
Benefit from our staff well-being program, which supports both professional and personal development;
Join an innovative, energetic and friendly team in a boutique firm
You…
To secure this exciting opportunity you will need to be a junior solicitor with a genuine interest in humanitarian law, and a commitment to volunteering full-time for four months. You will have strong communication and time-management skills, proven interpersonal skills including the ability to relate to people from diverse backgrounds, and a desire to learn from more experienced practitioners while making an integral contribution to your team.
If you are an energetic and flexible young lawyer with a heart for social justice, then you may well be the right person to join this team.
To apply, please forward your CV together with a one-page cover letter to:
Rebecca Cannell
Volunteer & Education Coordinator
volunteercoordinator@salvoslegal.com.au
Gramelis Attorneys, Family & Litigation Lawyers
Bankstown NSW, Australia
An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic law graduate to undertake voluntary work experience through a Practical Legal Training Placement with Gramelis Attorneys, Family & Litigation Lawyers, a growing law firm situated at Bankstown. The successful applicant will be under the direct supervision of the principal of the firm who practised as a barrister for many years before founding the firm. Gramelis Attorneys is a general practice with a strong focus on family law, estate litigation, commercial work and criminal matters.
Apr 23, 2018
Full-time
An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic law graduate to undertake voluntary work experience through a Practical Legal Training Placement with Gramelis Attorneys, Family & Litigation Lawyers, a growing law firm situated at Bankstown. The successful applicant will be under the direct supervision of the principal of the firm who practised as a barrister for many years before founding the firm. Gramelis Attorneys is a general practice with a strong focus on family law, estate litigation, commercial work and criminal matters.
Moreheads Lawyers is a small law firm with offices in Rosebud and Portsea ( Mornington Peninsula) and in Melbourne.
The main areas of law the firm is active in are family law, property, wills and estate, criminal and civil matters.
The Rosebud office of the firm currently has a vacancy for one 25 day or 75 day program PLT trainee. This is an unpaid placement position.
During your training you will be exposed to and participate in various areas of legal practical work the firm undertakes including research work, attending court, drafting letters,preparing court applications, undertaking office administrative duties and file management responsibilities.
Please note the placement is only for the Rosebud office in the Mornington Peninsula. Applicants must keep their commuting time in mind when applying. For those travelling from the Melbourne CBD or surrounds it takes approximately 90 mins to travel to our Rosebud office. This position is therefore more suited to an applicant living in or around the Mornington Peninsula.
The nature of this firm's activities ensures a trainee will receive a good grounding in practical legal work across a range of legal fields.
Apr 23, 2018
Part-time
Moreheads Lawyers is a small law firm with offices in Rosebud and Portsea ( Mornington Peninsula) and in Melbourne.
The main areas of law the firm is active in are family law, property, wills and estate, criminal and civil matters.
The Rosebud office of the firm currently has a vacancy for one 25 day or 75 day program PLT trainee. This is an unpaid placement position.
During your training you will be exposed to and participate in various areas of legal practical work the firm undertakes including research work, attending court, drafting letters,preparing court applications, undertaking office administrative duties and file management responsibilities.
Please note the placement is only for the Rosebud office in the Mornington Peninsula. Applicants must keep their commuting time in mind when applying. For those travelling from the Melbourne CBD or surrounds it takes approximately 90 mins to travel to our Rosebud office. This position is therefore more suited to an applicant living in or around the Mornington Peninsula.
The nature of this firm's activities ensures a trainee will receive a good grounding in practical legal work across a range of legal fields.
We are seeking students who would like to obtain some hands on practical experience in a busy Law Firm.
The office hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm. This position is available to a university student wanting to work part-time.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following;
General assistance to solicitors with the conduct of their matters;
Data entry and electronic file management;
Photocopying;
Court filing, collections and deliveries
Other tasks as directed.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Friendly and helpful disposition and positive attitude;
Ability to work autonomously and within a team;
The successful candidate will need to be an energetic, driven and focused individual.
Apr 20, 2018
Full-time
We are seeking students who would like to obtain some hands on practical experience in a busy Law Firm.
The office hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm. This position is available to a university student wanting to work part-time.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following;
General assistance to solicitors with the conduct of their matters;
Data entry and electronic file management;
Photocopying;
Court filing, collections and deliveries
Other tasks as directed.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Friendly and helpful disposition and positive attitude;
Ability to work autonomously and within a team;
The successful candidate will need to be an energetic, driven and focused individual.
Position Description
AHL Legal is looking for entry-level Lawyers and PLT students with strong interests to work in our busy and expanding firm in Sydney CBD, Campsie or Burwood Office.
We have been providing PLT opportunities to countless law graduates who intended to seek admission to practice in Australia in our multi-located offices.
The role
You will be part of a team that assists senior lawyers to provide a full range of services across a number of areas of the law, including:
Litigation
Commercial General
Family
Criminal
Immigration
Property
In AHL Legal, the largest Chinese practice in Australia, successful candidates may have greater opportunities to assist Senior Solicitors in Supreme Court litigation cases and gain cross-border legal service experiences.
Duties will include, but not limited to:
Prepare applications, affidavits, statements and other types of Court documentation;
Conducting legal research;
Handling legal documentation, file administration and tracking;
Assisting Solicitors to liaise with clients and other professionals;
To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate the following:
Business professional fluency in Chinese at minimum
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with sound attention to detail
Outstanding time management skills
Ability to work well within a team and autonomously
Be comfortable liaising and building relationships with customers
On Offer
This is an opportunity for the right candidate to develop key legal and professional skills and build a springboard to a career in the legal profession.
Allowances applied for your travel and lunch costs.
To apply/More Information
Please forward your resume and a one-page cover letter to awang@ahllegal.com
All telephone enquiries to Human Resources on 02 9267 6060.
For more information about AHL Legal, visit: www.ahllegal.com
Apr 20, 2018
Part-time
Position Description
AHL Legal is looking for entry-level Lawyers and PLT students with strong interests to work in our busy and expanding firm in Sydney CBD, Campsie or Burwood Office.
We have been providing PLT opportunities to countless law graduates who intended to seek admission to practice in Australia in our multi-located offices.
The role
You will be part of a team that assists senior lawyers to provide a full range of services across a number of areas of the law, including:
Litigation
Commercial General
Family
Criminal
Immigration
Property
In AHL Legal, the largest Chinese practice in Australia, successful candidates may have greater opportunities to assist Senior Solicitors in Supreme Court litigation cases and gain cross-border legal service experiences.
Duties will include, but not limited to:
Prepare applications, affidavits, statements and other types of Court documentation;
Conducting legal research;
Handling legal documentation, file administration and tracking;
Assisting Solicitors to liaise with clients and other professionals;
To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate the following:
Business professional fluency in Chinese at minimum
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with sound attention to detail
Outstanding time management skills
Ability to work well within a team and autonomously
Be comfortable liaising and building relationships with customers
On Offer
This is an opportunity for the right candidate to develop key legal and professional skills and build a springboard to a career in the legal profession.
Allowances applied for your travel and lunch costs.
To apply/More Information
Please forward your resume and a one-page cover letter to awang@ahllegal.com
All telephone enquiries to Human Resources on 02 9267 6060.
For more information about AHL Legal, visit: www.ahllegal.com
Maxwell & Co (Sydney)
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
We are seeking students who would like to obtain some hands on practical experience in a busy Sydney City Law Firm.
The office hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm. This position is available to a university student wanting to work part-time. We pay for lunch and transport at $20.00 per day.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following;
General assistance to solicitors with the conduct of their matters;
Data entry and electronic file management;
Photocopying;
Court filing, collections and deliveries
Other tasks as directed.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Friendly and helpful disposition and positive attitude;
Ability to work autonomously and within a team;
The successful candidate will need to be an energetic, driven and focused individual.
Submit your resume to siying.g@maxwellco.com.au
Apr 20, 2018
Part-time
We are seeking students who would like to obtain some hands on practical experience in a busy Sydney City Law Firm.
The office hours are Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm. This position is available to a university student wanting to work part-time. We pay for lunch and transport at $20.00 per day.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following;
General assistance to solicitors with the conduct of their matters;
Data entry and electronic file management;
Photocopying;
Court filing, collections and deliveries
Other tasks as directed.
The successful candidate will possess the following:
Friendly and helpful disposition and positive attitude;
Ability to work autonomously and within a team;
The successful candidate will need to be an energetic, driven and focused individual.
Submit your resume to siying.g@maxwellco.com.au
Stephens & Tozer Solicitors
Brisbane City QLD, Australia
Stephens & Tozer Solicitors are offering College of Law students the opportunity to complete their work experience placement in our Brisbane office.
We provide a range of legal services in which the PLT student may gain experience in. These include Commercial Litigation, Conveyancing and Commercial Law, Personal Injury, Employment Law, Family Law, Wills and Estates, Migration and Visas, and other areas.
The role of the PLT student may involve legal research, drafting legal documents, attending settlements, town clerk duties such as filing court documents, and other general administrative and office duties.
This is an unpaid placement.
To apply, please send your CV to shanyasahay@stephenstozer.com.au .
Apr 20, 2018
Part-time
Stephens & Tozer Solicitors are offering College of Law students the opportunity to complete their work experience placement in our Brisbane office.
We provide a range of legal services in which the PLT student may gain experience in. These include Commercial Litigation, Conveyancing and Commercial Law, Personal Injury, Employment Law, Family Law, Wills and Estates, Migration and Visas, and other areas.
The role of the PLT student may involve legal research, drafting legal documents, attending settlements, town clerk duties such as filing court documents, and other general administrative and office duties.
This is an unpaid placement.
To apply, please send your CV to shanyasahay@stephenstozer.com.au .
The Law Society of New South Wales
SYDNEY (NSW - 2000)
Are you looking for a PLT Placement? Do you want to join a team that is passionate about social justice and helping others?
We currently have one (1) position available in CRS and you will be joining three (3) other practical legal training students - we are a fun and close-knit team who love to meet new people to ensure that you have a well-rounded and enjoyable PLT placement.
During your placement, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of CRS. This includes:
Liaising with clients, callers, solicitors and barristers;
Processing applications from individuals who have been refused Legal Aid and taking carriage of your allocated files;
Drafting case summaries, conducting legal research and finding the applicable law; and
Assisting the Pro Bono Solicitors with in-house matters and attending various courts.
The placement will give you exposure to a variety of areas of law including Family Law, Criminal Law, Child Care and Protection, Wills & Estates, Immigration, Civil Law, and Administrative Law.
Experience is not essential for this role and you must be able to commence work immediately for sixteen (16) weeks, if you are successful in your application.
Please send a short cover letter and your resume to: nerida.harvey@lawsociety.com.au by Friday, 27 April 2018 at 5:00pm .
Apr 20, 2018
Full-time
Are you looking for a PLT Placement? Do you want to join a team that is passionate about social justice and helping others?
We currently have one (1) position available in CRS and you will be joining three (3) other practical legal training students - we are a fun and close-knit team who love to meet new people to ensure that you have a well-rounded and enjoyable PLT placement.
During your placement, you will be responsible for the day-to-day running of CRS. This includes:
Liaising with clients, callers, solicitors and barristers;
Processing applications from individuals who have been refused Legal Aid and taking carriage of your allocated files;
Drafting case summaries, conducting legal research and finding the applicable law; and
Assisting the Pro Bono Solicitors with in-house matters and attending various courts.
The placement will give you exposure to a variety of areas of law including Family Law, Criminal Law, Child Care and Protection, Wills & Estates, Immigration, Civil Law, and Administrative Law.
Experience is not essential for this role and you must be able to commence work immediately for sixteen (16) weeks, if you are successful in your application.
Please send a short cover letter and your resume to: nerida.harvey@lawsociety.com.au by Friday, 27 April 2018 at 5:00pm .
PLT Placement
This is suitable for PLT student who has completed the course and wishes to undertake a PLT placement.
If you can understand and read mandarin and is interested in the General practice areas - property, commercial, family, litigation, immigration law.
To submit your expression of interest, please send your resume, academic result and a cover letter.
Apr 20, 2018
Full-time
PLT Placement
This is suitable for PLT student who has completed the course and wishes to undertake a PLT placement.
If you can understand and read mandarin and is interested in the General practice areas - property, commercial, family, litigation, immigration law.
To submit your expression of interest, please send your resume, academic result and a cover letter.
We are a busy legal practice operating two firms in Sydney and Burwood. We are searching for new talent to join our team due to business expansion, and, are providing Intern Training to Law Students / Practical Learning required PLTs / Junior Solicitors / Legal Assistants (no restriction on qualification) in below areas:
Immigration: visa and appeals
Contract law
Family law
Litigation (civil and commercial)
Court appearance and hands-on case management
Requirement
Suitable intern/trainer should be self-driven and a quick learner; adequate for preparing legal documents in a highly-pressured environment; good time management and communication skills. Chinese article drafting skill and experience is a bonus.
Internship Application
Candidates apply for this role will participate in a one-month probational on-the-job training. Successful intern/trainer will be offered a full-time position in the firm. To apply: email resume and cover letter to info@tanglinlaw.com or call us on 02 9264 5000.
Apr 20, 2018
Full-time
We are a busy legal practice operating two firms in Sydney and Burwood. We are searching for new talent to join our team due to business expansion, and, are providing Intern Training to Law Students / Practical Learning required PLTs / Junior Solicitors / Legal Assistants (no restriction on qualification) in below areas:
Immigration: visa and appeals
Contract law
Family law
Litigation (civil and commercial)
Court appearance and hands-on case management
Requirement
Suitable intern/trainer should be self-driven and a quick learner; adequate for preparing legal documents in a highly-pressured environment; good time management and communication skills. Chinese article drafting skill and experience is a bonus.
Internship Application
Candidates apply for this role will participate in a one-month probational on-the-job training. Successful intern/trainer will be offered a full-time position in the firm. To apply: email resume and cover letter to info@tanglinlaw.com or call us on 02 9264 5000.
We currently have one placement opportunity available. We would prefer applicants to commit to a 3 days per week over a 3 month period to satisfy PLT requirements.
About Affinity Legal
Affinity Legal is a new and dynamic Perth based Family Law & Estate Planning Law firm. We aim to assist our clients in navigating through various legal and non-legal matters with our clients goals and objectives always at the forefront of our practice. Our team have worked on many complex financial and children's cases in the Family Court of Western Australia and are committed to achieving the best results for our clients.
We pride ourselves on being lawyers who are authentic, approachable, transparent and out our client's at the heart of everything we do.
Position Description Our Practical Legal Trainee will be required to perform a variety of day-to-day tasks including:
Answering phone calls, and directing clients to relevant solicitor
Client intake
Drafting various Family Court, or Supreme Court documents
Maintaining accurate files and legal records
General administrative work
Researching legal databases
Send in your brief resume and cover letter indicating the number of days and specific days you will be able to work for to admin@affinity-legal.com.au
Apr 19, 2018
Part-time
We currently have one placement opportunity available. We would prefer applicants to commit to a 3 days per week over a 3 month period to satisfy PLT requirements.
About Affinity Legal
Affinity Legal is a new and dynamic Perth based Family Law & Estate Planning Law firm. We aim to assist our clients in navigating through various legal and non-legal matters with our clients goals and objectives always at the forefront of our practice. Our team have worked on many complex financial and children's cases in the Family Court of Western Australia and are committed to achieving the best results for our clients.
We pride ourselves on being lawyers who are authentic, approachable, transparent and out our client's at the heart of everything we do.
Position Description Our Practical Legal Trainee will be required to perform a variety of day-to-day tasks including:
Answering phone calls, and directing clients to relevant solicitor
Client intake
Drafting various Family Court, or Supreme Court documents
Maintaining accurate files and legal records
General administrative work
Researching legal databases
Send in your brief resume and cover letter indicating the number of days and specific days you will be able to work for to admin@affinity-legal.com.au
PLT Placement with Jurisbridge Legal
Boutique commercial and property law firm looking for ambitious, bright and motivated:
graduates for Practical Legal Training; and
junior lawyers with 1 year PAE in property law.
Our property practice includes conveyancing (acting for vendor and purchaser), commercial / retail leasing (acting for lessor and lessee), development projects (acting for property developers in large scale off-the-plan sales).
Our commercial practice includes business purchase & sale transactions, mergers and acquisitions and providing advice to all kinds of commercial contracts.
To be considered for this role it is ESSENTIAL that you are a native Chinese speaker and you have near native English speaking skills.
Apr 19, 2018
Part-time
PLT Placement with Jurisbridge Legal
Boutique commercial and property law firm looking for ambitious, bright and motivated:
graduates for Practical Legal Training; and
junior lawyers with 1 year PAE in property law.
Our property practice includes conveyancing (acting for vendor and purchaser), commercial / retail leasing (acting for lessor and lessee), development projects (acting for property developers in large scale off-the-plan sales).
Our commercial practice includes business purchase & sale transactions, mergers and acquisitions and providing advice to all kinds of commercial contracts.
To be considered for this role it is ESSENTIAL that you are a native Chinese speaker and you have near native English speaking skills.
Waterhouse Lawyers is a boutique tax law firm located on Macquarie Street, Sydney CBD.
We require a Law Clerk who is currently undergoing their Practical Legal Training (PLT) to join our team on a full-time basis.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
assisting with legal writing and research;
drafting correspondence;
file and office management;
liaising with the ATO;
court attendances; and
general administrative duties.
This is a hands-on role and you will be very much involved in the running of the practice, dealing with clients, and speaking with the ATO.
The placement commences as soon as possible for the period of your PLT course requirements. However, we are flexible with the duration and commencement date.
Completion of tax law units is a prerequisite. Knowledge in accounting is advantageous.
How to Apply:
If you want to join a firm which provides support and mentoring amidst a fun office culture, please email your resume and covering letter to tax@waterhouselawyers.com.au
Please note, this is a volunteer position. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
www.waterhouselawyers.com.au
Apr 19, 2018
Full-time
Waterhouse Lawyers is a boutique tax law firm located on Macquarie Street, Sydney CBD.
We require a Law Clerk who is currently undergoing their Practical Legal Training (PLT) to join our team on a full-time basis.
Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:
assisting with legal writing and research;
drafting correspondence;
file and office management;
liaising with the ATO;
court attendances; and
general administrative duties.
This is a hands-on role and you will be very much involved in the running of the practice, dealing with clients, and speaking with the ATO.
The placement commences as soon as possible for the period of your PLT course requirements. However, we are flexible with the duration and commencement date.
Completion of tax law units is a prerequisite. Knowledge in accounting is advantageous.
How to Apply:
If you want to join a firm which provides support and mentoring amidst a fun office culture, please email your resume and covering letter to tax@waterhouselawyers.com.au
Please note, this is a volunteer position. Only successful applicants will be contacted.
www.waterhouselawyers.com.au
Academic placement for the practical legal experience. This firm is a mix of general commercial; property inc strata law; some family law; wills and estates.
Apr 19, 2018
Full-time
Academic placement for the practical legal experience. This firm is a mix of general commercial; property inc strata law; some family law; wills and estates.
Solicitor (2+ years PAE)
We are seeking a full time employment lawyer with 2+ years PQE to join our Prudentia Legal team in Melbourne. The position has opportunities to develop expertise in property, commercial, family, trust, litigation, criminal and employment law.
Requirements
Applicants that can demonstrate the following attributes and experience will be preferred:
You will be admitted to practice in Victoria and have a tertiary legal qualification such as a LLB
You will have a minimum of 2 years + PQE gained in an employment practice
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
A high level of attention to detail and technical excellence
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Strong time management and organisational skills, together with the capacity in managing and conduct multiple tasks with competing priorities
Able to complete tasks with minimum supervision
Experience with LEAP would be desirable but not essential
Knowledge and understanding of Chinese is preferred but not essential
Salary package is negotiable depending on the candidate's attributes and experiences. This is a perfect opportunity for candidates who wish to further develop their legal skills while expose to various challenging tasks.
All candidates must have appropriate visa permitting them to work in Australia.
If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, then please forward your cover letter and CV to graceg@prudentialegal.com , andrewz@prudentialegal.com and mel2@prudentialegal.com .
Apr 18, 2018
Full-time
Solicitor (2+ years PAE)
We are seeking a full time employment lawyer with 2+ years PQE to join our Prudentia Legal team in Melbourne. The position has opportunities to develop expertise in property, commercial, family, trust, litigation, criminal and employment law.
Requirements
Applicants that can demonstrate the following attributes and experience will be preferred:
You will be admitted to practice in Victoria and have a tertiary legal qualification such as a LLB
You will have a minimum of 2 years + PQE gained in an employment practice
Excellent written, oral and interpersonal communication skills
A high level of attention to detail and technical excellence
Critical thinking and problem solving skills
Strong time management and organisational skills, together with the capacity in managing and conduct multiple tasks with competing priorities
Able to complete tasks with minimum supervision
Experience with LEAP would be desirable but not essential
Knowledge and understanding of Chinese is preferred but not essential
Salary package is negotiable depending on the candidate's attributes and experiences. This is a perfect opportunity for candidates who wish to further develop their legal skills while expose to various challenging tasks.
All candidates must have appropriate visa permitting them to work in Australia.
If this sounds like the opportunity you have been waiting for, then please forward your cover letter and CV to graceg@prudentialegal.com , andrewz@prudentialegal.com and mel2@prudentialegal.com .
We are a fast growing busy law firm located at CBD Sydney. We are now looking for a candidate with 1 year + PQE experience to fill in a full time solicitor position.
With a friendly and helpful team environment, we seek for keen candidates who wish to utilize their existing skills and experiences to kick start or expand further their legal career.
If you are interested in challenging tasks, working in fast pace while learning new skills, then this is the position for you! Position Summary:
Review and drafting legal documents
Spot relevant issues before exchange of contract;
Liaising and negotiate with third parties
Liaising with clients;
Work together with our Settlement Team;
Contact relevant stakeholders for arrangement of settlement;
Prepare documents for settlement;
Conduct relevant researches;
Identify (potential) issues and resolve or rectify them accordingly;
Strictly follow instructions from supervisor;
May go out to attend Settlement;
Will also be involved in other various practices, including commercial litigation family law, criminal law and wills and probates; and
May be assigned with other tasks from time to time, including but not limiting to simple accounting tasks.
Key Account abilities: Candidates must be responsible, fast learning, honest, hard working and good at team work.
Good interpersonal skills, including providing clear and constructive advice to clients from adverse background;
Strong verbal and written communication skills;
Comprehensive legal knowledge, in particular knowledge in property law;
Sound legal research and analytically skills;
Self-starter and able to handle the tasks handed down responsibly;
File management skills and meeting the deadlines;
Attention to details;
Solid problem solving skills;
Able to work in a team environment as well as individually;
Positive attitude towards the work and self-reflective;
Able to complete the tasks with minimum supervision;
Mandarin/Cantonese speakers are preferred;
Salary package are negotiable depending on the candidates attributes and experiences. Please note that there are potential positions offered for new graduates intending to do their placements as well. All candidates must have appropriate visa permitting them to work in Australia. To apply, please forward your cover letter and CV to graceg@prudentialegal.com , mel2@prudentialegal.com and mel9@prudentialegal.com
Apr 18, 2018
Full-time
We are a fast growing busy law firm located at CBD Sydney. We are now looking for a candidate with 1 year + PQE experience to fill in a full time solicitor position.
With a friendly and helpful team environment, we seek for keen candidates who wish to utilize their existing skills and experiences to kick start or expand further their legal career.
If you are interested in challenging tasks, working in fast pace while learning new skills, then this is the position for you! Position Summary:
Review and drafting legal documents
Spot relevant issues before exchange of contract;
Liaising and negotiate with third parties
Liaising with clients;
Work together with our Settlement Team;
Contact relevant stakeholders for arrangement of settlement;
Prepare documents for settlement;
Conduct relevant researches;
Identify (potential) issues and resolve or rectify them accordingly;
Strictly follow instructions from supervisor;
May go out to attend Settlement;
Will also be involved in other various practices, including commercial litigation family law, criminal law and wills and probates; and
May be assigned with other tasks from time to time, including but not limiting to simple accounting tasks.
Key Account abilities: Candidates must be responsible, fast learning, honest, hard working and good at team work.
Good interpersonal skills, including providing clear and constructive advice to clients from adverse background;
Strong verbal and written communication skills;
Comprehensive legal knowledge, in particular knowledge in property law;
Sound legal research and analytically skills;
Self-starter and able to handle the tasks handed down responsibly;
File management skills and meeting the deadlines;
Attention to details;
Solid problem solving skills;
Able to work in a team environment as well as individually;
Positive attitude towards the work and self-reflective;
Able to complete the tasks with minimum supervision;
Mandarin/Cantonese speakers are preferred;
Salary package are negotiable depending on the candidates attributes and experiences. Please note that there are potential positions offered for new graduates intending to do their placements as well. All candidates must have appropriate visa permitting them to work in Australia. To apply, please forward your cover letter and CV to graceg@prudentialegal.com , mel2@prudentialegal.com and mel9@prudentialegal.com
Oxford Lawyers
Parramatta, New South Wales, Australia
Oxford Lawyers at Parramatta is looking for a hard working and enthusiastic Law student or Graduate who seeks to obtain unpaid practical experience in the area of Criminal Law.
The position is suitable for students who are completing their PLT components or Law Students.
We require the following:
Successful Candidate needs to be available at 2 to 4 days a week.
Needs to have a passion for Criminal Law.
Able to prioritise a high volume of work.
Very Punctual and reliable.
Immediate start: If you are interested and suitable for the positions.
Please email your resume or CV to: info@oxfordlawyers.com.au
To find more about our firm visit www.oxfordlawyers.com.au
or our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Oxford-Lawyers-381155698585369/
Apr 18, 2018
Full-time
Oxford Lawyers at Parramatta is looking for a hard working and enthusiastic Law student or Graduate who seeks to obtain unpaid practical experience in the area of Criminal Law.
The position is suitable for students who are completing their PLT components or Law Students.
We require the following:
Successful Candidate needs to be available at 2 to 4 days a week.
Needs to have a passion for Criminal Law.
Able to prioritise a high volume of work.
Very Punctual and reliable.
Immediate start: If you are interested and suitable for the positions.
Please email your resume or CV to: info@oxfordlawyers.com.au
To find more about our firm visit www.oxfordlawyers.com.au
or our facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/Oxford-Lawyers-381155698585369/
We are looking for an enthusiastic LLB student with strong work ethic and commitment to undertake PLT in our firm. This role will provide you with exposure to a variety of areas of law including but not limited to property & commercial law, litigation, family law, Wills & Estate Planning. You will work on real cases, conduct legal research and analysis, liaise with clients, provide general administrative support, have the opportunity to attend various courts to observe proceedings. The candidate should possess the following:
High attention to detail, high level of accuracy and a great work ethic are paramount in this role.
Excellent computer skills and communication skills (Cantonese/ Mandarin speaker is highly regarded)
You must be available to work at least 3 days per week and be able to work a minimum of 50 days to be considered for the position.
The right candidate will be rewarded with ongoing training and employment opportunity.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your resume, covering letter and academic transcript to hr@cksd.com.au
Apr 17, 2018
Part-time
We are looking for an enthusiastic LLB student with strong work ethic and commitment to undertake PLT in our firm. This role will provide you with exposure to a variety of areas of law including but not limited to property & commercial law, litigation, family law, Wills & Estate Planning. You will work on real cases, conduct legal research and analysis, liaise with clients, provide general administrative support, have the opportunity to attend various courts to observe proceedings. The candidate should possess the following:
High attention to detail, high level of accuracy and a great work ethic are paramount in this role.
Excellent computer skills and communication skills (Cantonese/ Mandarin speaker is highly regarded)
You must be available to work at least 3 days per week and be able to work a minimum of 50 days to be considered for the position.
The right candidate will be rewarded with ongoing training and employment opportunity.
How to Apply:
To apply, please send your resume, covering letter and academic transcript to hr@cksd.com.au
Di Lizio & Associates is a small law firm (some would say "boutique") located in the heart of Huntsville.
The firm provides legal assistance to clients in the area s of; Family Law, Conveyancing, debt recovery, Wills, Probate, estate disputes. and other areas.
We are looking for enthusiastic PLT Applicants to commence immediately. You need to be available between 2 and 3 days per week. The successful candidate will be mentored by experienced solicitors. Some of the tasks will include:
Various general office duties and taking phone calls;
Client interviewing;
Drafting affidavits and court documents;
Drafting correspondence;
Attending court and mediations;
File management;
Utilising LEAP software system; and
Legal research.
Selection Criteria
good people skills;
High levels of professional integrity;
Capacity to follow instructions;
Able to work independently;
Strong written & oral communication skills; and
Fluency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese very desirable .
This is an unpaid position but we are confident you will gain a wealth of practical legal experience.
Please email your CV and cover letter to mdilizio@dilizio.com.au
Apr 16, 2018
Part-time
Di Lizio & Associates is a small law firm (some would say "boutique") located in the heart of Huntsville.
The firm provides legal assistance to clients in the area s of; Family Law, Conveyancing, debt recovery, Wills, Probate, estate disputes. and other areas.
We are looking for enthusiastic PLT Applicants to commence immediately. You need to be available between 2 and 3 days per week. The successful candidate will be mentored by experienced solicitors. Some of the tasks will include:
Various general office duties and taking phone calls;
Client interviewing;
Drafting affidavits and court documents;
Drafting correspondence;
Attending court and mediations;
File management;
Utilising LEAP software system; and
Legal research.
Selection Criteria
good people skills;
High levels of professional integrity;
Capacity to follow instructions;
Able to work independently;
Strong written & oral communication skills; and
Fluency in Mandarin and/or Cantonese very desirable .
This is an unpaid position but we are confident you will gain a wealth of practical legal experience.
Please email your CV and cover letter to mdilizio@dilizio.com.au
We are a professional legal firm based in the heart of the CBD. We are providing a placement to PLT trainee.
This is a busy and challenging role. You will be responsible for directly assisting the firm with a number of different duties including but not limited to:
Paperwork preparation, mainly in conveyancing and business transactions;
File management with a high attention to detail;
Answering phone calls and manage appointments; and
Communicating efficiently to stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
Permanent roles will be offered to capable candidate. Written and oral skills in mandarin will be highly regarded.
Apr 16, 2018
Full-time
We are a professional legal firm based in the heart of the CBD. We are providing a placement to PLT trainee.
This is a busy and challenging role. You will be responsible for directly assisting the firm with a number of different duties including but not limited to:
Paperwork preparation, mainly in conveyancing and business transactions;
File management with a high attention to detail;
Answering phone calls and manage appointments; and
Communicating efficiently to stakeholders, both verbally and in writing.
Permanent roles will be offered to capable candidate. Written and oral skills in mandarin will be highly regarded.
OPPORTUNITY FOR VOLUNTEER PLT STUDENT IN BOUTIQUE FAMILY LAW FIRM
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic law student requiring work experience to complete their practical legal training. As the firm’s name suggests, First Choice Family Lawyers practices predominantly in the area of Family Law.
We are seeking a motivated, committed and enthusiastic volunteer PLT placement to come on board our team who is able to start immediately with a minimum of 3 days per week.
Apr 16, 2018
Part-time
OPPORTUNITY FOR VOLUNTEER PLT STUDENT IN BOUTIQUE FAMILY LAW FIRM
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic law student requiring work experience to complete their practical legal training. As the firm’s name suggests, First Choice Family Lawyers practices predominantly in the area of Family Law.
We are seeking a motivated, committed and enthusiastic volunteer PLT placement to come on board our team who is able to start immediately with a minimum of 3 days per week.
Kinny Legal is a boutique commercial law firm. We have a PLT place available for a law student to work directly with our Principal Solicitor in various and interesting areas of law including aged care and retirement law, privacy law, contracts law and corporate law.
During your PLT placement, you will have the opportunity to be involved in the day-to-day operations of a commercial law firm. Examples of the experience you will gain include:
assisting us in taking instructions from clients;
drafting and amending commercial contract terms;
attending client meetings and teleconferences;
attending to legal research relevant to our clients' cases;
drafting legal articles for marketing and client education purposes; and
using and updating our client management systems.
To be successful for this position, you must:
be a final year law student with a genuine interest in our legal practice areas;
be skilled at using Microsoft Office applications including MS Word and Excel;
be committed to performing your PLT hours during the placement period on a volunteer (ie unpaid) basis;
have strong drafting, communication, interpersonal and time-management stills; and
have a genuine willingness to improve your legal skills and contribute to the internal and client outcomes that the firm is working towards.
Kinny Legal is a mainly virtual law firm, and supports flexible working hours. As a part of our team, you may have the opportunity to perform some work hours remotely under virtual supervision (subject to approval by The College of Law and the Principal of Kinny Legal).
You can apply for this position by sending a cover letter or CV in MS Word or PDF format. Please ensure your cover letter includes the following details:
Your available start date.
Which work days you can commit to completing your PLT hours.
The amount of PLT hours you wish to perform.
The details of your GDLP provider.
Apr 16, 2018
Part-time
Kinny Legal is a boutique commercial law firm. We have a PLT place available for a law student to work directly with our Principal Solicitor in various and interesting areas of law including aged care and retirement law, privacy law, contracts law and corporate law.
During your PLT placement, you will have the opportunity to be involved in the day-to-day operations of a commercial law firm. Examples of the experience you will gain include:
assisting us in taking instructions from clients;
drafting and amending commercial contract terms;
attending client meetings and teleconferences;
attending to legal research relevant to our clients' cases;
drafting legal articles for marketing and client education purposes; and
using and updating our client management systems.
To be successful for this position, you must:
be a final year law student with a genuine interest in our legal practice areas;
be skilled at using Microsoft Office applications including MS Word and Excel;
be committed to performing your PLT hours during the placement period on a volunteer (ie unpaid) basis;
have strong drafting, communication, interpersonal and time-management stills; and
have a genuine willingness to improve your legal skills and contribute to the internal and client outcomes that the firm is working towards.
Kinny Legal is a mainly virtual law firm, and supports flexible working hours. As a part of our team, you may have the opportunity to perform some work hours remotely under virtual supervision (subject to approval by The College of Law and the Principal of Kinny Legal).
You can apply for this position by sending a cover letter or CV in MS Word or PDF format. Please ensure your cover letter includes the following details:
Your available start date.
Which work days you can commit to completing your PLT hours.
The amount of PLT hours you wish to perform.
The details of your GDLP provider.
Davityan Lawyers is an expanding Sydney-based law firm with an opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic individual for Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement. We practice in the areas of commercial litigation, family law, dispute resolution, wills and estates and migration law. Our client base includes both commercial and individual clients.
The Position
We are currently offering a Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement to final year and recently graduated law students. You will be working as part of a team of solicitors and other support staff on commercial, family and migration matters. This placement satisfies the practical experience requirements for admission as a Solicitor in NSW. This position has a pathway to full-time employment as a Solicitor, for a suitable candidate upon the completion of your Practical Legal Training requirement.
Responsibilities include assisting our solicitors with:
Legal research;
Drafting emails, submissions and court documents;
Preparing costs agreements and disclosures,
Preparing and lodging visa applications, merits review applications, judicial review applications and other related applications
Eligibility:
Recently completed or in final year of law degree;
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues as well as individually;
Good work ethic with a pro-active and can-do attitude;
Strong attention to detail;
The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving skills;
Display good organisation and time management skills; and
Have desire to expand and develop your knowledge in various fields of law.
To apply:
Please send your resume, academic transcript and cover letter to info@davityanlawyers.com .
Whilst the position is full-time, we will also consider candidates with part-time availability.
This vocational placement will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
Apr 16, 2018
Full-time
Davityan Lawyers is an expanding Sydney-based law firm with an opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic individual for Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement. We practice in the areas of commercial litigation, family law, dispute resolution, wills and estates and migration law. Our client base includes both commercial and individual clients.
The Position
We are currently offering a Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement to final year and recently graduated law students. You will be working as part of a team of solicitors and other support staff on commercial, family and migration matters. This placement satisfies the practical experience requirements for admission as a Solicitor in NSW. This position has a pathway to full-time employment as a Solicitor, for a suitable candidate upon the completion of your Practical Legal Training requirement.
Responsibilities include assisting our solicitors with:
Legal research;
Drafting emails, submissions and court documents;
Preparing costs agreements and disclosures,
Preparing and lodging visa applications, merits review applications, judicial review applications and other related applications
Eligibility:
Recently completed or in final year of law degree;
Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues as well as individually;
Good work ethic with a pro-active and can-do attitude;
Strong attention to detail;
The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving skills;
Display good organisation and time management skills; and
Have desire to expand and develop your knowledge in various fields of law.
To apply:
Please send your resume, academic transcript and cover letter to info@davityanlawyers.com .
Whilst the position is full-time, we will also consider candidates with part-time availability.
This vocational placement will remain open until a suitable candidate is found.
ATA Legal is a boutique law firm located in South Sydney (Carlton) and the Sydney CBD.
We require a Law Clerk (or Graduate) who is currently undergoing their Practical Legal Training (PLT) to join our South Sydney Office on a part time basis.
The successful applicant must be able to work between Monday and Wednesday. A minimum of a 2 day commitment each week is required.
The successful applicant’s tasks include (but are not limited to):
administrative duties;
drafting case notes;
research;
managing case files (litigation and transactional);
drafting correspondence (including Court documents); and
court attendances.
To be successful, candidates must display good communication skills (both written and oral), a can-do attitude, able to manage competing tasks and eager to learn.
The PLT commences as soon as possible for the period of your PLT course requirements. However, we are flexible with the duration and commencement date.
Please note that this position is an unpaid/volunteer position but for the right applicant can translate into a paid graduate role.
How to Apply:
Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a one-page cover letter, CV and a copy of your academic transcript.
Please email your application to info@atalegal.com.au including PLT Application as your subject line.
Apr 16, 2018
Part-time
ATA Legal is a boutique law firm located in South Sydney (Carlton) and the Sydney CBD.
We require a Law Clerk (or Graduate) who is currently undergoing their Practical Legal Training (PLT) to join our South Sydney Office on a part time basis.
The successful applicant must be able to work between Monday and Wednesday. A minimum of a 2 day commitment each week is required.
The successful applicant’s tasks include (but are not limited to):
administrative duties;
drafting case notes;
research;
managing case files (litigation and transactional);
drafting correspondence (including Court documents); and
court attendances.
To be successful, candidates must display good communication skills (both written and oral), a can-do attitude, able to manage competing tasks and eager to learn.
The PLT commences as soon as possible for the period of your PLT course requirements. However, we are flexible with the duration and commencement date.
Please note that this position is an unpaid/volunteer position but for the right applicant can translate into a paid graduate role.
How to Apply:
Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a one-page cover letter, CV and a copy of your academic transcript.
Please email your application to info@atalegal.com.au including PLT Application as your subject line.
We are seeking a lawyer or law grad to transition into a new career path in recruitment.
Competitive salary and benefits
No sales activity targets
Warm client list
Founded by two of Australia’s best-known legal recruitment specialists, Montgomery Advisory is one of Australia's leading legal recruitment companies. We partner with our national and global clients to source the best legal talent and support them through all facets of the recruitment process. At the heart of our business is our young and dynamic team of driven consultants who work cohesively to create an open and collegial company culture. Position Description Working closely with our experienced recruitment team you will be involved in:
Candidate sourcing/headhunting
Candidate interviews
Relationship management
Drafting job descriptions, candidate profiles and job advertisements
Completing reference checks
Conducting market research.
On offer is the opportunity to use your legal studies to step straight into the corporate world or cultivate your career within a progressive organisation that believes that unrealistic sales targets are a thing of the past and promoting flexibility is a thing of the future.
You will be provided with significant training tailored to your specific needs along with other benefits such as:
A week's extra annual leave (25 days in total)
Flexible working arrangements
Relaxed office environment - suits only required for meetings!
Health & wellbeing activities, including meditation and personal training
Annual ski trip
Regular social activities
Good banter.
Requirements The successful candidate may be a lawyer or legal grad looking to transition into recruitment, or a recruiter looking for a change. The candidate will be open to mentorship and training aimed at developing their recruitment skills and legal industry knowledge, approaching all tasks with a high level of internal drive. In addition, it is important that you have:
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
A confident, personable attitude
A strong work ethic
And most importantly, a good sense of humour.
Contact For further information, please contact Andrew Rees on +61 2 8058 6001 / +61 404 835 853 or arees@montgomeryadvisory.com.au . Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.
Apr 16, 2018
Full-time
We are seeking a lawyer or law grad to transition into a new career path in recruitment.
Competitive salary and benefits
No sales activity targets
Warm client list
Founded by two of Australia’s best-known legal recruitment specialists, Montgomery Advisory is one of Australia's leading legal recruitment companies. We partner with our national and global clients to source the best legal talent and support them through all facets of the recruitment process. At the heart of our business is our young and dynamic team of driven consultants who work cohesively to create an open and collegial company culture. Position Description Working closely with our experienced recruitment team you will be involved in:
Candidate sourcing/headhunting
Candidate interviews
Relationship management
Drafting job descriptions, candidate profiles and job advertisements
Completing reference checks
Conducting market research.
On offer is the opportunity to use your legal studies to step straight into the corporate world or cultivate your career within a progressive organisation that believes that unrealistic sales targets are a thing of the past and promoting flexibility is a thing of the future.
You will be provided with significant training tailored to your specific needs along with other benefits such as:
A week's extra annual leave (25 days in total)
Flexible working arrangements
Relaxed office environment - suits only required for meetings!
Health & wellbeing activities, including meditation and personal training
Annual ski trip
Regular social activities
Good banter.
Requirements The successful candidate may be a lawyer or legal grad looking to transition into recruitment, or a recruiter looking for a change. The candidate will be open to mentorship and training aimed at developing their recruitment skills and legal industry knowledge, approaching all tasks with a high level of internal drive. In addition, it is important that you have:
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
A confident, personable attitude
A strong work ethic
And most importantly, a good sense of humour.
Contact For further information, please contact Andrew Rees on +61 2 8058 6001 / +61 404 835 853 or arees@montgomeryadvisory.com.au . Please note that only successful applicants will be contacted.
Agape Henry & Co Pty Ltd is an innovative law firm in Sydney CBD with exclusive practice in Immigration and Administrative Law. We are a collegiate team, passionate and results-driven. We pride ourselves in thinking outside the box as well as utilizing technological advancement to embrace our natural lazy being.
The Position
We are currently offering work experience placement as a component of Practical Legal Training (PLT) with a subsequent pathway to full-time paid position as a Solicitor. As there are limited immigration legal practitioners within this industry, we commence selecting our team carefully, putting particular emphasis on culture where the necessary skills are progressively groomed under a mentorship program.
Responsibilities include assisting senior lawyers with:
Undertaking legal research
Providing information to clients
Collecting and reviewing documents from clients
Preparing and lodging visa applications, merits review applications, judicial review applications and other related applications
The ideal candidate should:
Recently completed/ final year law degree
Possess a strong interest in migration/administrative law
Be motivated, pro-active, can-do attitude
Have strong problem-solving skills
Display good organisation and time management skills
Ability to work independently and in a team
Making an application:
To learn more about this opportunity or to make an application, please send your CV with a cover letter to talentacquisition@agape-henry.co
Applications close on 9th May 2018.
Apr 13, 2018
Full-time
Agape Henry & Co Pty Ltd is an innovative law firm in Sydney CBD with exclusive practice in Immigration and Administrative Law. We are a collegiate team, passionate and results-driven. We pride ourselves in thinking outside the box as well as utilizing technological advancement to embrace our natural lazy being.
The Position
We are currently offering work experience placement as a component of Practical Legal Training (PLT) with a subsequent pathway to full-time paid position as a Solicitor. As there are limited immigration legal practitioners within this industry, we commence selecting our team carefully, putting particular emphasis on culture where the necessary skills are progressively groomed under a mentorship program.
Responsibilities include assisting senior lawyers with:
Undertaking legal research
Providing information to clients
Collecting and reviewing documents from clients
Preparing and lodging visa applications, merits review applications, judicial review applications and other related applications
The ideal candidate should:
Recently completed/ final year law degree
Possess a strong interest in migration/administrative law
Be motivated, pro-active, can-do attitude
Have strong problem-solving skills
Display good organisation and time management skills
Ability to work independently and in a team
Making an application:
To learn more about this opportunity or to make an application, please send your CV with a cover letter to talentacquisition@agape-henry.co
Applications close on 9th May 2018.
We are a busy and dynamic law firm based in Sydney CBD. We are currently seeking for a PLT student or full-time paralegal who is interested to gain insight and experience in the legal field and is able to commence work immediately to assist a Federal Court matter which hearing is scheduled in early April.
This position will allow the candidate to engage in various challenging but manageable tasks involving different practice areas ranging from conveyancing, commercial law and commercial litigation. The candidate will also be required to carry out clerical and administrative task which plays an important role in the daily operation of a firm. Such exposure will provide a solid foundation and prepare the candidate for practice in the future. Subject to individual work performance, the candidate may be retained and offered a position in our firm.
The candidate will need to possess good communication skill, both written and spoken. Preference will be given to candidates who is able read, write and converse in Mandarin.
Apr 12, 2018
Full-time
We are a busy and dynamic law firm based in Sydney CBD. We are currently seeking for a PLT student or full-time paralegal who is interested to gain insight and experience in the legal field and is able to commence work immediately to assist a Federal Court matter which hearing is scheduled in early April.
This position will allow the candidate to engage in various challenging but manageable tasks involving different practice areas ranging from conveyancing, commercial law and commercial litigation. The candidate will also be required to carry out clerical and administrative task which plays an important role in the daily operation of a firm. Such exposure will provide a solid foundation and prepare the candidate for practice in the future. Subject to individual work performance, the candidate may be retained and offered a position in our firm.
The candidate will need to possess good communication skill, both written and spoken. Preference will be given to candidates who is able read, write and converse in Mandarin.
We are a firm that deals with conveyancing, property and criminal law with a focus on migration law.
Our office is currently recruiting a PLT student with an interest in migration law.
Your responsibilities may include:-
Assisting with client's forms
Drafting legal documents
Liaising with clients, government departments and other third parties
Assisting the Principal
Managing cases including review applications
Assisting Solicitors in meetings with clients
Filing and lodging documents
Ideally you should:-
Excellent in verbal and written communication. English language skills with appropriate grammar experience
Computer literate
Willingness to learn and apply your skills and knowledge
***** Please note that this position is unpaid *****
How to Apply:-
Please send your Cover letter and CV to brenton.halligan@cityofsydneylawyers.com addressing your ability to perform the above duties.
In the subject line of your email plase write, Re: Application for PLT placement
Apr 12, 2018
Full-time
We are a firm that deals with conveyancing, property and criminal law with a focus on migration law.
Our office is currently recruiting a PLT student with an interest in migration law.
Your responsibilities may include:-
Assisting with client's forms
Drafting legal documents
Liaising with clients, government departments and other third parties
Assisting the Principal
Managing cases including review applications
Assisting Solicitors in meetings with clients
Filing and lodging documents
Ideally you should:-
Excellent in verbal and written communication. English language skills with appropriate grammar experience
Computer literate
Willingness to learn and apply your skills and knowledge
***** Please note that this position is unpaid *****
How to Apply:-
Please send your Cover letter and CV to brenton.halligan@cityofsydneylawyers.com addressing your ability to perform the above duties.
In the subject line of your email plase write, Re: Application for PLT placement
Corrs Chambers Westgarth
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
Corrs Chambers Westgarth is one of Australia's leading national law firms. The Legal Technology Solutions group manages Corrs paralegals and is currently recruiting in the Sydney office for paralegals who are available to work at least four days a week on a casual basis. Successful applicants will be placed on a register and called upon for future projects. We are seeking applicants who have either completed their legal studies, are in the final stages of their law degree or undertaking practical legal training. This is an ideal opportunity to gain the practical experience that is required to complete admission requirements.
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team, and interact with people from different backgrounds in an energetic way to achieve common goals. Previous experience in the legal industry is an advantage but not required, however you must have a track record of performing above expectations both academically and in your extra-curricular activities.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
reviewing documents on case management databases;
reviewing, sorting and collating hard copies of documents;
data entry and electronic file management;
court filing, collections and deliveries;
undertaking tasks assigned by the legal team including research; and
photocopying.
These positions will provide you with the opportunity to obtain quality legal experience and experience working in a top tier law firm. Please note that these positions will not lead to permanent employment in a legal capacity at Corrs.
Application :
When you apply, please include your resume and a copy of your official academic transcript (academic results printed from a website will not be accepted). Also include in your application the date you expect to complete your law degree and the contact details for at least two referees. If you have any questions, please contact Tanya Green on email: lts.paralegal@corrs.com.au otherwise please click Apply Now to submit your application
Applications close Friday 27th April 2018.
Apr 11, 2018
Full-time
Corrs Chambers Westgarth is one of Australia's leading national law firms. The Legal Technology Solutions group manages Corrs paralegals and is currently recruiting in the Sydney office for paralegals who are available to work at least four days a week on a casual basis. Successful applicants will be placed on a register and called upon for future projects. We are seeking applicants who have either completed their legal studies, are in the final stages of their law degree or undertaking practical legal training. This is an ideal opportunity to gain the practical experience that is required to complete admission requirements.
To be successful in this role you will need to demonstrate the ability to work as part of a team, and interact with people from different backgrounds in an energetic way to achieve common goals. Previous experience in the legal industry is an advantage but not required, however you must have a track record of performing above expectations both academically and in your extra-curricular activities.
Duties include, but are not limited to, the following:
reviewing documents on case management databases;
reviewing, sorting and collating hard copies of documents;
data entry and electronic file management;
court filing, collections and deliveries;
undertaking tasks assigned by the legal team including research; and
photocopying.
These positions will provide you with the opportunity to obtain quality legal experience and experience working in a top tier law firm. Please note that these positions will not lead to permanent employment in a legal capacity at Corrs.
Application :
When you apply, please include your resume and a copy of your official academic transcript (academic results printed from a website will not be accepted). Also include in your application the date you expect to complete your law degree and the contact details for at least two referees. If you have any questions, please contact Tanya Green on email: lts.paralegal@corrs.com.au otherwise please click Apply Now to submit your application
Applications close Friday 27th April 2018.
We are a sole practitioner legal firm dedicated to family and criminal law. We are looking for a professional and enthusiastic PLT volunteer to work with us one day per week.
Apr 11, 2018
Part-time
We are a sole practitioner legal firm dedicated to family and criminal law. We are looking for a professional and enthusiastic PLT volunteer to work with us one day per week.
PLT Placement
Rebus Legal is a Boutique law firm in Victoria Park. We currently have an invaluable unpaid Legal Practice Experience Placement opportunity for the right person to participate in our internship programme and to learn essential legal practice skills in a friendly environment. Our legal practice specializes in Family Law, Criminal and Traffic Law, Civil Law and Migration Law.
The placement provides the opportunity to develop and carry out, under supervision, a range of tasks including:
Drafting of advice documents and submissions.
Preparation of legal research.
File administration.
Attending client interviews; and
General administrative tasks.
During the placement, the candidate will be exposed to various elements of a law firm and will gain hands-on experience.
Selection Criteria
Essential:
Completed or near completing their law degree.
Prepared to work independently under the Supervision of Senior Practitioners.
Dedicated, hard-working, well organized and have a keen eye for detail.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
A strong desire to practice in the areas of the firm's specialty.
Preferred:
Some previous experience working in a legal environment but not essential.
Excellent client service skills and a good telephone manner.
How to Apply
Please direct all inquiries to Farris Faris and forward your curriculum vitae, most recent academic transcript and a cover letter, demonstrating your suitability according to the above selection criteria to farris@rebuslegal.com.au
Apr 10, 2018
Full-time
PLT Placement
Rebus Legal is a Boutique law firm in Victoria Park. We currently have an invaluable unpaid Legal Practice Experience Placement opportunity for the right person to participate in our internship programme and to learn essential legal practice skills in a friendly environment. Our legal practice specializes in Family Law, Criminal and Traffic Law, Civil Law and Migration Law.
The placement provides the opportunity to develop and carry out, under supervision, a range of tasks including:
Drafting of advice documents and submissions.
Preparation of legal research.
File administration.
Attending client interviews; and
General administrative tasks.
During the placement, the candidate will be exposed to various elements of a law firm and will gain hands-on experience.
Selection Criteria
Essential:
Completed or near completing their law degree.
Prepared to work independently under the Supervision of Senior Practitioners.
Dedicated, hard-working, well organized and have a keen eye for detail.
Strong written and oral communication skills.
A strong desire to practice in the areas of the firm's specialty.
Preferred:
Some previous experience working in a legal environment but not essential.
Excellent client service skills and a good telephone manner.
How to Apply
Please direct all inquiries to Farris Faris and forward your curriculum vitae, most recent academic transcript and a cover letter, demonstrating your suitability according to the above selection criteria to farris@rebuslegal.com.au
