Casual Law Student (Paralegal/ Law Clerk)
Location: Sydney CBD (The Commons – Castlereagh Street)
Type: Casual (ideal alongside uni/PLT)
Pay: Competitive hourly rate (commensurate with experience)
About us
Cochrane O’Higgins Lawyers is a boutique Sydney commercial firm working in insolvency & restructuring, disputes, commercial law and leasing/property. We combine strategic rigour with a genuinely human approach—steadfast, strategic and always human. For mote details see www.cohlawyers.com.au.
The role
You’ll support real matters end-to-end and learn how commercial legal work is run—practically, strategically and with care.
What you’ll do
· Legal research and short, clear issue summaries.
· Draft first versions of correspondence, chronologies, file notes and document summaries.
· Organise evidence, briefs and annexures; assist with court/filing packs (as appropriate).
· Maintain matter admin: task lists, timelines and document management.
· Professional client communication support under supervision (confidentiality is essential).
What we’re looking for
· Currently enrolled in an Australian law degree (Sydney-based).
· Strong writing skills, initiative and attention to detail.
· Reliable, discreet and comfortable taking ownership of tasks.
· Genuine interest in commercial law, disputes, insolvency and/or leasing.
How to apply
Email claudio@cohlawyers.com.au with your CV and a short note covering your year level, study load and weekly availability. (Optional: transcript and/or short writing sample.)
Confidential enquiries: 0437 777 767 • All applications treated confidentially.
Cochrane O’Higgins Lawyers is a boutique Sydney commercial law firm built on a simple idea: legal strength and human respect should go together. Founded by Claudio Venegas after 22+ years handling complex, high-stakes matters, we practise law differently—steadfast in principle, strategically rigorous, and genuinely human.
We advise and act in Insolvency & Restructuring, Litigation & Dispute Resolution, and Commercial Law, including property and commercial/retail leasing. Our focus is clear strategy, practical solutions, and outcomes that protect dignity, empower stakeholders, and create lasting value.
For College of Law students in Sydney, we represent what modern legal practice can be: high-calibre work without ego, excellence with empathy, and advocacy that stays loyal to the client’s goals.