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Junior Solicitor/Paralegal Small Bayside Commercial Practice Opportunity to work with an experienced commercial lawyer with 20+ years experience in a small firm environment.  Broad commercial and litigation practice and exposure to property and conveyancing, wills and estates.  You must have:  Experience working in a commercial law firm Commercial experience gained through employment Good people skills Ability to form good relationships with clients and staff Excellent communication skills and attention to detail Strong negotiation skills Marketing and business development skills Enthusiasm and a desire to learn A reputation for being reliable and hardworking Experience using MS Office and LEAP software a plus Preference given to those living locally  Full-time and part-time roles available. If you believe you have what it takes, you may apply by sending your covering letter, CV, references and academic results to: elizabeth@citypacific.com.au .  Applications close 30 July 2017.  

The firm De Roberto Legal is a family run law practice based in the Northern Suburbs of Perth Western Australia and established by sisters Danielle and Gabrielle De Roberto. We are a trusted and highly passionate firm qualified in an array of legal areas. The position We are seeking a graduate who is looking to complete their PLT hours. Full supervision will be provided by our partners. This PLT position will expose you to the following areas of the law: Wills and estate planning Deceased estates Commercial law and litigation Criminal law Child protection Violence Restraining orders Criminal injuries compensation Family Law Duties will include administrative tasks, legal research and writing and accompanying our partners to Court appearances. The successful candidate will have completed a Bachelor of Laws degree and is in the process of completing their PLT. Days and times are subject to negotiation. Please submit a resume and covering letter (no more than one page) via email to admin@derobertolegal.com  and indicate which days per week you would be available to volunteer and when you will be able to begin if selected. Note: All positions are unpaid and no prospect of further employment at this stage.

About the Department The IT Service Desk is a shared service designed to provide business as usual IT Support activities and to assist with the College’s strategic direction. About the Role The incumbent of this role is responsible for providing high quality support and service to customers via the provision of troubleshooting and quickly resolving technical concerns and questions.  The person will be responsible for working through requests for support, system down emergencies, errors and triage of hardware, software, network and telephony issues. The individual is expected to provide support and resolution in relation to the following software and hardware; Windows Desktop Operating Systems Windows Server – Active Directory, SCCM and Exchange Microsoft Office Support (Mac and PC) Limited networking advice (wired and wireless). Online Learning Portal Dell desktop computers, Apple computers via SOE Mac OS X / Windows 7,8,10 Other software which may be installed on desktops Network and desktop printers used throughout the College Network infrastructure Mobile device support (IOS, Android) Basic Salesforce administration Cisco WebEx meetings support Provide AV support to staff The incumbent will work from 11.00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday. Experience and Knowledge  The College is looking for someone with the following knowledge/experience: 2 to 4 years’ experience in a similar role Qualified to a degree level or equivalent in an IT discipline essential Demonstrated working knowledge of working in/around Windows, networks (LAN/WANS) client server applications and telephony protocols Solid working knowledge of networking and Cisco technologies Microsoft MCP or MCSE certification MACOSX qualifications Demonstrated ability to effectively identify system hardware/software problems and confidently provide a remedy Ability to comprehend and work with new and emerging technologies Knowledge of project management methodologies Strong interpersonal and customer service skills – demonstrate customer service excellence The desire and ability to contribute to a cohesive team environment Excellent written and verbal communication skills essential Experience with Heat (or similar) helpdesk ticketing system If interested please send covering letter and CV to recruitment@collaw.edu.au by COB Monday 31 July 2017.

Executive Legal are looking for bright, enthusiastic to-be lawyers who think outside of the box. At our firm you will experience a wide array of challenges that will span across our different practice areas:- Criminal law Family law Commercial law Property law We will not box you into mundane tasks, as a new law firm we encourage our staff to think from the ground up. We will teach you and help you grow your skills in three areas:- Administrative: General office skills, file maintenance, accounting, etc. Legal: Attending Court with our guidance, drafting affidavits, reviewing briefs, researching etc. Projects: Growing and maintaining our Facebook page, developing marketing strategies, creating administrative and management systems etc. Social media and marketing experience will also be highly regarded and we will help you to adopt these into the dynamic legal market. Requirements: Must have completed at least three years of a law degree Highly organised and capable of taking instructions from different partners Prioritisation and task management skills Advanced problem solving skills; incl research and dealing with complex problems on the fly Strong academic results Positive attitude There are no language requirements however we encourage diversity and speaking another language is highly regarded Languages spoken at the firm: Farsi, Bengali, Chinese, Vietnamese Please send a CV and cover letter via email to  william@executivelegal.com.au ; or contact us via on Facebook  https://www.facebook.com/executivelegal/

Our firm is a growing legal firm based in the Sydney CBD. We are currently offering a PLT placement, commencing immediately. Our legal service include Migration, Business and Commercial, Property and Conveyancing, Family, Civil Litigation, and Employment. Your responsibilities will include but not limit on assisting in drafting documents and correspondence, doing legal research, file management, administrative duties, and other tasks as directed.  To be considered for this role you will: Excellent spelling and grammar; Can speak Mandarin; Positive attitude; Ability to work autonomously and within a team; Eye to detail; Be available to work at least 2-3 days per week.  Please send your CV to angela.xu@goodwincolawyers.com.au  

About The Business Unit The College’s Practitioner Education Business Unit is responsible for developing and delivering all programs for practising lawyers throughout their career, which enables practitioners to develop professionally within specialist practice areas. These programs include short programs of a few hours or days, to longer intensive programs over a semester and conferences. Purpose of position The Client Services Team has responsibility for the assistance to stakeholders during every stage in the College's postgraduate Applied Law Programs as well as the short practitioner programs.  The key processes that the Client Services Officer will be involved with are: Relationship management, enrolling/registration, provision of course material, the practicum component and attending to students and delegates of courses whilst they are onsite. There are also a range of general and course-specific support activities that the Client Services Officer will also have dealings with.   Experience, Skills and Attributes Two years' experience in a similar customer service environment like a call centre Experience in tertiary education admissions or a legal background ideal but not essential Excellent verbal communication skills and ability to deal effectively with customers by phone Excellent written communication skills A strong orientation to the provision of a high level of customer service, including empathy with an ability to communicate with students and staff Articulate and methodical with an ability to problem solve and to use own initiative Aptitude to work in a busy Support Centre environment Competency in Microsoft Windows environment with experience in using Word, Excel and Outlook; competency in CRM systems advantageous Full position description can be viewed here  How to Apply Send your application including a CV and cover letter to recruitment@collaw.edu.au .   Advertisement closes COB Friday 28th July 2017

China Lesso Group Holdings ( http://www.lesso.com/home/en/index.html ) is a building materials and homewares company which recently entered into Australian and New Zealand markets. The Company has a few projects across all the major cities in Australia and New Zealand. Due to the busy running of the business, the Company is seeking to hire an experienced paralegal or a PLT student who can support the Company Secretary and Legal Counsel with day to day operations of the company secretarial and legal tasks. For PLT students, this is an ideal opportunity to gain the practical experience that is required to complete admission requirements. Please be advised that this is a paid casual role at the rate of $20 per hour plus superannuation (9.5%). Role description Assisting in general administrative duties including file management, diary and email management; Reviewing and drafting legal advice, contracts and answering enquires in relation to the legal and compliance matters of the Company; conducting legal researches; liaising with external service providers. Eg: law firms, consultants, banks, etc. arranging meetings and conferences; taking minutes of meetings, filing documents and lodging ASIC forms. Key selection criteria strong academic background is a must; construction and property related experience is highly preferred; the ability to speak and write Chinese is highly preferred but NOT essential; excellent written and verbal communication skills; high attention to details and ability to maintain a high level of focus; proficient use of Microsoft word and excel; strong work ethics; a commitment to Lesso Group’s beliefs and values; Availability Immediate start and be available to work 2 to 3 days a week. To apply: Please send your resume and academic transcript to: lessogroup@gmail.com Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for this role.  

TurksLegal is a specialist commercial law firm with 32 partners and over 90 lawyers. Over the past 30 years we have established a strong reputation for the work we do in the insurance, commercial and banking sectors. Our clients comprise many of Australia’s leading insurance and financial institutions, workers compensation scheme agents, employers and government departments across all jurisdictions in Australia. We measure our success through our clients; how well we are regarded by them and the depth of the service offering that we provide. Our Sydney office has an excellent opportunity for a motivated Graduate Lawyer to join the team on a one year rotation program through the following practice groups: Insurance and Financial Services Commercial disputes and transactions Employers Liability At the conclusion of the rotation program, a permanent position may be offered in one of these practice groups. This is a unique opportunity to join a team that presents exciting potential for career advancement and significant development opportunities. Candidates are required to hold a current practising certificate or have completed a Practical Training Course. Preference will be given to applicants who have strong academic records and previous work experience. Period: 12 month contract Rotations: 3 x 4 months period in each practice group The successful candidate will need to be an energetic, driven and focused individual with strong academic achievements. At TurksLegal, you will be rewarded with genuine career prospects and an excellent team environment renowned for its collaborative culture, passion for client service and professional development opportunities.

Powerhouse Law Australia is currently offering a unique opportunity for law graduates, admitted lawyers or work experience students to complete a period of practical legal training at the firm. We practice predominantly in the areas of Criminal and Traffic Law, with a huge focus on advocacy and in court appearance. During your placement, you will be exposed to various elements of the law firm, including assisting our Senior Solicitors and Barristers on active files, including Jury trials, hearings, District Court appeals, bail applications and general administration of the office. You will gain hands on experience and be mentored by experienced Criminal Law practitioners and the Principal of the firm.  You must: Have a strong interest in Criminal Law Be competent and organised, Have a friendly personality; and Be able to commit to at least 4 days per week

Ma & Company Solicitors  is an established law firm, dealing primarily in Property Law, Commercial Law, Leasing, Commercial and Civil Litigation. Criteria: We are looking for candidates who possess the following skillset: You must be highly motivated and possess strong work ethic; Demonstrate initiative and have the ability to quickly adapt and think on your feet; Have high attention to detail; Demonstrate an ability to adapt to a variety of tasks; Possess excellent written and verbal and communication skills; Fluent in English and Chinese (Individuals who have the ability to speak/read/write in Cantonese and/or Mandarin will be highly regarded) Key responsibilities: General law clerk/paralegal work as directed; Legal research; Attending settlements and document registration; General administrative support; Once you have developed general conveyancing knowledge, you will be exposed to other areas of law. Required Qualification and Experience: You will ideally be in your final semester of university study or a fresh graduate seeking completion of your PLT requirements; Individuals with prior law firm experience in conveyancing or transactional areas of law is desired, however those with a 'can do' attitude will also be considered. Availability: Immediate start. We are currently looking for someone who is available to work 9:00am to 6:00pm on Mondays, Wednesday and Thursdays at our Sydney office. Full-time positions available on a rolling basis subject to individual performance. Please note that this position is at present unpaid. Application To be considered, all applications are to be written only; comprising of cover letter, CV and transcript. Please email all applications to June at junel@maco.com.au . Only short-listed candidates will be contacted for interviews.

The role involves a variety of matters, and varied responsibility.  Position is located in Narrandera, where you can live in a lovely rural environment with a short communte to work. We are interested in speaking to solicitors who are interested in advancing their career with a rural based firm, for what we intend to be a long-term position. Farrell Goode Pty Ltd is a busy long established and growing legal practice based in Temora, Narrandera and Cootamundra with offices in West Wyalong and Ardlethan all with experienced support staff We provide a flexible work environment which caters for the competing demands of work and familly Varied role including all areas of law from Conyayencing, Wills and Estates, Succession Planning, Commercial Law and Local Court to Supreme Court and General Practice. Experienced practitioners are preferred however training would be available to the right person. To apply for this position please send a detailed application letter, along with a current resume and at least two contactable work related references.

Description: GEA Lawyers is a reputable boutique law firm located in the heart of Chatswood, specialising in property law, family law and immigration Law.   Key responsibilities   GEA Lawyers is currently seeking an experienced Family Law Paralegal. The positions available are for immediate full time position. Duties include: - Assist our Solicitors with family law files. - Tasks including correspondence with clients, drafting court documents, and attending to related correspondence. - You will be required to liaise with clients, associated organisations as required and therefore must have a friendly and professional telephone manner   The successful candidates will possess: Minimum 2 years of experience as a Family Law Paralegal Candidates with Chinese speaking and writing skills will be preferred but not essential. Excellent analytical and research skills; Ability to work in a team environment. Excellent organisational skills; Excellent verbal and written communication skills.   How to Apply: Email resume, cover letter & academic transcript to help@gealawyers.com.au  using ‘Family Law Paralegal Position Application’ in the subject line.

A busy boutique law firm in Edgecliff is looking for a law student in their final year of study who wishes to complete their Practical Legal Training requirements. As a general practice, you will receive a wide range of experience in the following areas: Conveyancing and Property transactions Estate Planning Probate Matters Commercial Law Litigation Court filing and appearances Note this position is  full time and  unpaid .

Description: GEA Lawyers is a reputable boutique law firm located in the heart of Chatswood, specialising in property law, family law and immigration Law. Key responsibilities: GEA Lawyers is currently seeking an enthusiastic candidate to undertake their Practical Legal Training (PLT). The positions available are full time or part time. Duties include: Legal research; Drafting legal documents and correspondence; Filing Court documents; Liaising with clients and Counsel; General administrative duties, and File management. Selection Criteria: Candidates with Chinese speaking and writing skills will be preferred but not essential. Excellent analytical and research skills; Be a quick learner; and Ability to work in a team environment. The successful candidates will possess: Strong legal research and analytical skills; Excellent organisational skills; Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ideally the candidate would be able to work for full-time. The roles are voluntary and unpaid. How to Apply: Email resume, cover letter & academic transcript to help@gealawyers.com.au and put ‘PLT Position Application’ in the subject line.

We are looking for an enthusiastic PLT student with strong work ethic and commitment to undertake a placement 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, family law, Wills & Estate Planning, litigation. You will work on real cases, conduct legal research and analysis, liaise with clients, provide general administrative support to admin team, 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 2-3 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

iLaw Barristers & Solicitors are looking for a junior or newly admitted solicitor to work in our busy North Perth office. This role covers all aspects of family law work, including property, parenting, and divorce matters. The Company Our incorporated legal practice is a growing firm with a reputation for comprehensive and affordable legal services.  We have great team members located in our offices in North Perth and Joondalup.  We have a strong working environment with busy teams who carry loyal clients. You The successful candidate must have studied family law at either undergraduate or GDLP level, and have an interest in practising family law as a career.   If you:  •    Are motivated; •    Are able to work independently in a small team environment;  •    Possess strong time management skills;   •    Have excellent attention to detail;  •    Have practical legal training or experience (preferably in family law);  •    Have a desire to pursue a career in family law;  •    Are interested in working for a firm that is busy and growing;  then we'd like to hear from you!  PLT students may also apply for this position. The Benefits The successful candidate will receive an attractive salary package based on experience, great benefits, plus the opportunity to work in a truly dynamic and growing team based in our head office located in the CBD fringe, where free parking is also available. Application requirements To apply for this position, please email your CV, covering letter, and an official original or certified copy of your academic transcript to  careers@ilaw.com.au   for the attention of Patricia Sim, the Practice Manager. All applications will only be accepted via email, and must be received by no later than  11:00am, Friday 28 July 2017 . 

Criminal Law – PLT Ryan & Payten Criminal Law Specialists is a Sydney based law firm representing clients exclusively in criminal law matters. Mr Ryan & Mr Payten are both Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law with over 30 years’ combined experience in criminal law. We are currently looking for a Volunteer Practical Legal Training student. Applicants MUST be genuinely passionate about criminal defence representation and must be willing to work on any criminal case. Our clients include those under Legal Aid grants and private clients. You will be afforded the opportunity to work on a broad spectrum of cases including but not limited to assaults, drug matters, and sexual assaults.  Successful candidates will work closely with our criminal lawyers and will be provided with the appropriate level of supervision and mentorship to enable you to put your knowledge and skills to practical use.   No two days are ever the same at Ryan & Payten Criminal Law Specialists but generally PLT students can expect to do the following tasks:  Drafting letters and correspondence Liaising with barristers, other solicitors, the Court Registry, the DPP, and the Police Drafting subpoenas, statements, court applications etc Managing files Legal research Perusing through briefs of evidence – analysing police and witness statements, scrutinising expert reports, and analysing CCTV footage Attending court to assist our solicitors Attending conferences with solicitors Court filing General administration tasks including opening files, reception tasks, scanning and photocopying  You must have the following qualities: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Positive attitude and genuine interest in building a career in criminal law Highly organised and ability to multitask Ability to work in a team Reliable and responsible Strong understanding of the discretion and professionalism required when working on criminal law matters Available to work at least four days per week If you are interested in building a career as a Criminal Defence Lawyer and are currently completing your Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and needing to complete the 75 days’ work experience component then this will be a great opportunity for you. To apply, please send a copy of your cover letter and resume to Ms Emma Parker by email at admin@ryanpayten.com.au   Please specify when you are able to commence work. Ideally, we are looking for someone who can start as soon as possible.

PLT student wanted. Complete your work experience with Bloxham Legal, a family law firm in the heart of Perth city. Bloxham Legal is a growing firm practising in family law. This position is ideally suited to a law graduate who is looking to complete their 75 days work experience. It is our hope that you will also continue with us once you are admitted as a solicitor, subject to your performance.

Position: Law Graduate/Entry Level Solicitor We are looking for an entry-level solicitor with a sincere passion for Criminal Defence Practice and a "can-do" attitude to join our team at Matouk Joyner Lawyers. Your role will be to act as a key part of the team in managing case files in the order of 30 matters at one time for clients who are both on bail and in custody.   The position is a fast-paced, heavy work-load and high responsibility position in a very busy Criminal Law Practice. It is not for the fainthearted.  The practice currently has two principle solicitors and one associate solicitor. The current advertised position is to take over the current associate solicitor's full-time role in Jan/Feb 2018. We are seeking to train a junior solicitor from today and for the next six months. Training includes working closely with our current solicitor to learn the ropes, learn how to be a criminal lawyer and learn how to manage a high-workload criminal law practice.  The hours are flexible according to workload but at least 8:30am-5:30pm is expected.  Any successful applicants will need to be Sydney based.  Your duties will include but are not limited to: Maintaining a satisfactory file on each matter; Visiting clients in custody via AVL and in person (this may include travel to gaols in outer metropolitan Sydney such as Lithgow and Bathurst; Preparing briefs for counsel including indexes, cover pages and chronologies; Instructing counsel in Local Court hearings, bail applications and District/Supreme Court trials; Actively participating in preparing the presentation of a case and participating in conferences with the client; Provides good administration support such as opening files, organising witnesses and other material; Managing Legal Aid files in Grants Online; Providing sound legal advice to persons in relation to bail, committals, Local Court hearings and District Court trials; Taking written instructions from clients and ensuring that the case is continually progressing.  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: 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 customer   Practice and Procedure As part of the solicitors role you will be preparing and appearing in court in relation to the following matters: Bail applications; Detention applications; Bail variations; Summary hearings; Committal hearings; Applications for witness to attend committal; Jury and judge alone trials; Appeals to the Court of Criminal Appeal and the High Court; Charge negotiations/no bill applications; Requests for particulars; Sentences. Areas of Law As part of the above roles you will have an opportunity to practice in the following areas of law: Commonwealth Criminal Code Crimes Act NSW Law of entry, search and seizure, Law regarding listening devices, telephone interception and electronic warrants Controlled Operations Law relating to arrest Evidence Law Law and practice in relation to bail Sentencing law and principles Mental health issues and the criminal law DNA Evidence Law relating to disclosure Proceeds of crime legislation Domestic Violence Act Personal and Domestic apprehended violence orders Criminal groups offences Criminal law in the Children's court. There will be a high level of guidance and supervision in relation to this role. Successful applicants will need to undergo a one week probationary period to test whether you think the work/role is for you.  Salary to be discussed upon interview.  If you are interested please send your CV and Cover Page to: carla@matoukjoynerlawyers.com.au This role is available at the moment and we are looking to fill it quickly. Applications close 28 July 2017.

KEYPOINT LAW SYDNEY (CENTRAL OFFICE) PARALEGAL – 2 DAYS / WEEK SUMMARY We are looking for a highly capable law student or graduate to work in our Central Office, based in the Sydney CBD, 2 days per week.  The role is to provide paralegal support to one of our lawyers, who works in the area of Wills and Estate Planning.  The role will suit a highly motivated person, ideally with some law firm experience, and importantly with a ‘can do’ attitude, attention to detail and a tenacity to see matters through.  Previous experience working in a professional environment would be an advantage.   ABOUT KEYPOINT Keypoint Law is a new-model law firm established in Australia by United Kingdom firm, Keystone Law.  The firm provides legal services across 15 commercial law disciplines and has offices in Melbourne Sydney and Canberra.  The firm won “ Boutique Law Firm of the Year ” at the 2016 Australasian Law Awards, and “ Boutique Diversity Law Firm of the Year ” at the 2016 Women in Law Awards.    More about Keypoint can be found here: www.keypointlaw.com.au . THE CANDIDATE We are looking for a highly capable, organised and personable law student or graduate.  The successful candidate must have: A strong work ethic and be very reliable; Excellent grades; High attention to detail; Excellent written and oral communication skills; and IT savviness, and an ability to adapt to new systems;  Duties will involve:  General administrative support, e.g. copying, scanning, filing, office duties; Assistance with Wills and Estate matters; Diary Management; and Paralegal work. The role offers a unique opportunity to become involved in the growth phase of an exciting new firm, with prospects of progression for the right person.  Written applications comprising a covering letter and CV are to be directed to Keypoint’s Practice Manager, Alison Astey at alison.astey@keypointlaw.com.au .  Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.  Unfortunately we are unable to provide feedback on individual applications.

Expressions of Interest Sought The College of Law invites expressions of interest from legal practitioners who wish to be engaged as adjunct law lecturers to provide services of lecturing, workshop facilitating and/or assessing as described below. Adjunct law lecturers are engaged on an as needs and when required basis.   The requirements Lecturers, workshop facilitators and assessors are responsible for providing students with a high quality teaching and learning experience whilst they are completing their PLT.   Lecturers are responsible for facilitating students teaching and learning whilst they are completing the online component of the PLT. The program is delivered via the canvas learning platform over a 15 or 30 week period. Engagement may be for 10 to 20 hours per week over a 15 or 30 week period.   Workshop facilitators are responsible for facilitating students teaching and learning during the face to face one week professional skills course that is delivered at the beginning of each intake. Engagement may be for one or more half or full day workshops for one or more of the professional skills courses.   Assessors are responsible for assessing students periodically throughout their PLT courses via video and or tele conference. Assessors are engaged on half or full day basis.  We are currently looking to engage a number of adjunct lecturers for our Queensland Practical Legal Training program.  Teaching would be on an as and when required basis and both face to face and online.   This is an opportunity to work flexibly as part of a dynamic and highly engaged team.   Required qualifications and experience: Experience as an Australian Legal Practitioner Demonstrated aptitude for teaching Enthusiasm for the development and continual improvement of teaching skills Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in a team An enthusiasm for the practice of law and an ability to communicate that enthusiasm An understanding of the strategic context of the legal profession and its associated industries Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Demonstrated capacity or willingness to contribute to the creation and maintenance of course materials (multi-media and online), stakeholder liaison and project management Sound project management skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task and achieve priorities within tight timelines Awareness of educational technologies including online delivery Proficiency in use of MS Office Independent contractors must have an Australian Business Number (ABN). If you are interested in being part of a growing national operation, please email your resume and covering letter to recruitment@collaw.edu.au by 4 August 2017.

We are looking for a solicitor who has at least two years post admission experience to join our Sydney Office. The successful candidate will assist the principal solicitor in Litigation, Property Law,  Retail Lease, Commercial and Corporate Law, Immigration Law and other areas. The role requires the candidate have the following skills and ability: Proven depth of knowledge and experience in property law, family law or immigration law with minimal two years post admission experience; Can work independently with minimal supervision; Strong research and communication skills; Willing to and can do all the work covering different areas of law; Ability to work under pressure and willing to help other members; Responsible and reliable; How to Apply: Please send CV and Academic Transcript to the following email: ge.wu@legalpointlawyers.com.au  

Our Liability Claims Unit is responsible for managing claims involving third party material damage, financial loss and personal injury arising from Public and Product Liability or Professional Indemnity policies. These claims are diverse, frequently involving complex legal issues and high net worth. We have an opportunity for a suitably-qualified professional to join our Non-Personal Injury Claims Team. Reporting to the Non-Personal Injury Claims Manager, you will be a part of a results-driven team with a high performance culture consisting of Senior Claims Service Consultants, Claims Service Consultants and administrative support staff. Key responsibilities include: Managing a diverse portfolio of claims in a timely and cost-effective manner Ensuring a high standard of customer service is maintained with our internal and external customers while building a network of professional relationships Continuous communication with internal and external stakeholders to report on claim developments and potential large losses Using your technical capabilities to thoroughly investigate and assess claims to ensure that appropriate strategies are being implemented and pursued Active communication and negotiation with Legal Service Providers and loss adjusters with a view to achieving the best possible outcome for all stakeholders involved To be successful in this role you should demonstrate:‎ Experience working in an Insurance, Claims or Legal environment will be highly regarded Ability to work effectively under pressure and in a fast-paced environment Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong customer relationship management skills, both over the phone and face-to-face Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills

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/Part time or Full time.

About the role This is a new role at the College arising from the expansion of the College’s range of programs and markets. The main responsibility is to support the marketing plan through the coordination of marketing activities. Skills and experience Ideally you will have – Tertiary qualifications in marketing and/or formal training in digital marketing Excellent MS Office skills Great organisational and time management skills At least 2 years experience in a similar role Culture The work environment is friendly and supportive with a strong team culture. You will be an integral part of the Marketing Department with client areas in Australia, New Zealand and Asia.    You can access full job description here Advertisement closes by COB 26th July 2017  

Smart, energetic, proactively switched-on company looking for talent that wants to create new possibilities. Exciting role working with top tier law firms and leading experts in a variety of industries. Expansive career scope opportunity. ExpertsDirect is a prestigious legal services company that streamlines the process of sourcing expert witnesses for litigation. An expert witness is at the top of their field; with their training, study or experience qualifying them to give their independent opinion about facts for a case during legal proceedings. We seamlessly match lawyers with experts to achieve the best possible outcome. The Role Our legal project managers are a fantastic group responsible for the management of all cases and liaising between the client (legal) and the expert witness. You will work with our research team to ensure that the most suitable expert is put forward for every case. This a fast-paced role and the workflow is exciting, interesting and varied with no two days being alike. Therefore, we expect you to be adaptable and autonomous, having an outstanding approach with time management and client liaison. Use your switched-on strategic mind to do things differently! The role requires the following duties/responsibilities: Ensure perfect match between expert and lawyer/insurer/barrister. Arrange teleconferences/site visits/consultations and appointments. Manage expectations and ensure cases get over the line with day-to-day developments. Review reports in preparation for client/court. Maintain and develop strong client relationships. Our Culture We are a bright young company who is focused on developing our staff and doing exciting things in the legal space. We focus on the wellbeing of our staff, and in this position you will have invitations to networking events, training in areas of interest, and proactively being engaged in how you envision your career. We also reward initiative with monetary bonuses, and offer allocated days to work from home. Who you are - attributes Open, approachable Can-do attitude Team spirited – a must Solutions focused Passion for brilliance Positive outlook on life Skills and Knowledge required 1-3 years of project and/or client service experience. Critical thinking skills and can think creatively on a project. Enjoys paying to attention to detail Tertiary education.  Strong, polished communication skills (speaking and writing). Exceptional client relationship manner (including telephone manner)  Emotional intelligence The ability to learn complex material and thrive under pressure. Previous exposure to the legal industry is preferred but not essential How to apply If you are genuinely excited about the above position, please send your resume with a cover letter that addresses your skills and expertise for the role. Only applicants that meet the above criteria will be selected for contact. We look forward to meeting you soon! Applications to min@expertsdirect.com.au .