Practical Legal Training (PLT) - Volunteer

Fantastic opportunity to gain valuable industry experience in Property and Commercial law under the guidance of an experienced principal lawyer.

Biz Lawyers & Advisory is a boutique practice located in Martin Place, Sydney specialising in Property, Banking and Commercial Law.

The placement is for an unpaid PLT volunteer experience role, however meals and transport costs will be covered. The role commences immediately and can be either full or part time, depending on the candidate.

As part of the role, you will have the rare opportunity to work one-on-one with the Principal of the firm who has a range of top tier and in-house legal experiences.

The ideal candidate will have recently graduated with a law degree and will be looking to satisfy the PLT requirement and looking to be part of a young and dynamic firm with growth aspirations.  You will be a meticulous, hard-working, and a well-rounded individual who will gain practical experience, handling matters from start to finish. We are looking for a candidate with an ability to work under pressure, excellent verbal and written communication skills, passion for law and willingness to learn as well as proficiency with Microsoft Office software and others.

Your duties will include:

• Undertaking due diligence searches and reviewing documents.
• Researching and compiling articles on changes in law.
• Reviewing contracts and assisting in the drafting of contracts.
• Working on the conveyance process from the beginning to end.
• Drafting advices and other correspondence.
• Various general office duties.

If you feel you are suitable for this role (minimum 3 days per week), please send your CV and a covering letter to stephanie@bizlawyers.com.au with "PLT Position" in the subject line.