About Us:
Pathfinder Law was founded by Rob Celada, a Drouin local who has practiced law in Gippsland for over a decade. In founding Pathfinder Law, Rob wanted to create a place for the best and brightest talents in Gippsland to offer commercially focused and innovative legal services to the businesspeople, entrepreneurs and developers who are driving growth in the region and shaping Gippsland’s future.
As a group of professionals with deep ties to Gippsland, we feel a sense of civic duty. Using our skills to help grow business and entrepreneurship in the region is our greatest passion. We offer a full range of services in Commercial Law, Property Law & Conveyancing, Estate Planning, Dispute Resolution, and more.
The Role:
An exciting opportunity exists for a Graduate Lawyer to join our growing team. This role offers diverse, practical experience across multiple areas of law, exposure to real client work from day one, and the guidance needed to progress your career in a regional setting.
You will:
Assist with client matters under supervision across conveyancing, property, disputes, estates and commercial law
Draft legal documents, contracts and correspondence
Conduct legal research and prepare advice
Attend client meetings, mediations and court appearances, where appropriate
Manage administrative and file related tasks in accordance with professional standards
We’re seeking someone who is:
A recent law graduate, eligible for admission in Victoria
An excellent communicator, both written and verbal
Detail oriented, organised and eager to learn
Professional, ethical and motivated to grow in a supportive team environment
Interested in working in a regional firm with strong client relationships and community connections
Hold a current full Victorian driver’s license, with the willingness to travel occasionally
What we offer:
One-on-one mentoring and supervision from an experienced property & commercial lawyer
Hands-on exposure to a broad range of legal work
Career development and structured training opportunities
A friendly, collaborative and professional workplace – with a genuinely positive culture!
Work-life balance in the beautiful Gippsland region
If you’re looking to start your career in law with genuine guidance, varied work and meaningful community impact – we'd love to hear from you!
To Apply:
Please address your application to Rob Celada and submit your cover letter, resume and academic transcript to sarah@pathfinder.law by 5:00pm (AEST) Monday 16 February 2026.
To obtain a copy of the Position Description, please request this from Sarah Flores via email at sarah@pathfinder.law
Important to note:
Employment is subject to the satisfactory completion of a Police Check as requested after the interview. Pathfinder Law will pay for the costs associated with a Police Record Check/ National Crime Check.
Professional attire is a requirement of this position, as well as ability to reliably attend our offices during business hours, in central Warragul where this position is located
This position is located upstairs of a building and does not currently have disability access.
