About MyStory Legal
MyStory Legal is a boutique law firm in the Sydney CBD practising in immigration and administrative law. We act for individuals, families and small to medium businesses on matters ranging from employer-sponsored visas to tribunal and court matters.
We are offering a Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement to a College of Law student who wants genuine, hands-on experience in a small-firm environment where your work goes directly to the client and the file.
What you will do
You will work directly with the Principal Lawyer on live matters. Depending on the files in progress, your work may include:
- Legal research on immigration and administrative law issues
- Preparing visa applications, including employer-sponsored (subclass 482 and 186), partner and student visas
- Drafting submissions for Administrative Review Tribunal (ART) reviews and documents for judicial review proceedings in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
- Assisting with employment law matters, including Fair Work claims
- Client correspondence in English and Korean
- Legal content writing and marketing for the firm
You will receive regular, direct feedback on your work throughout the placement, and tasks will be scaled to your experience as you progress.
About you
- Strong written English and close attention to detail
- Able to manage your time and work independently on assigned tasks
- A genuine interest in immigration, employment or administrative law
- Korean language ability (spoken and written) is preferred
Placement details
- Location: Suite 813, 185 Elizabeth Street, Sydney NSW 2000
- Work mode: Hybrid – a mix of remote work and days in our Sydney office
- Hours: Flexible – days and hours arranged with the successful candidate
- Start date: Immediately; applications are considered as they are received
How to apply
Email your CV and a short cover letter to info@mystorylegal.com.au. Please include your availability and your expected PLT placement dates.
