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An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic law student or pre-admission graduate to undertake voluntary work experience through an internship or Practical Legal Training Placement with Gramelis Attorneys, a growing law firm situated at Bankstown. The successful applicant will be under the direct supervision and mentorship of the principal of the firm who practised as a barrister for many years before founding the firm. Gramelis Attorneys is a general practice with a strong focus on family law, estate litigation, commercial work and criminal matters. If you believe you have the qualities of an astute, dedicated and enthusiastic law student or graduate and desire to gain invaluable practical experience in the practice of law, send your resume and covering letter to attorneys@gramelis.com.au   and include "PLT Application" in the subject line.

Looking for a PLT Student looking for some hands on experience in family law working in our Sydney office. With a team of 9 family lawyers (4 accredited family law specialists), you will be given a lot of hands on experience in all aspects of family law including domestic violence, property settlements, parenting disputes and some court exposure.  Looking for someone who has a passion for family law.  It will be an unpaid 3 month placement 2-3 days per week and we may explore paid opportunities thereafter. 

EXC Law is a modern and progressive law firm based in the Sydney CBD practising primarily in employment law, commercial law, property, civil litigation, intellectual property, immigration and family law. We continually invest in our people, including learning and development opportunities. You will have the opportunity to work alongside with our experienced Principal Solicitor - Natalie Lim, together with our Special Counsel - James Cho, who is a former Deputy District Registrar of the Federal Court of Australia and Registrar of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia with extensive experience in resolving disputes (presiding in hearings or as registrar mediator) in a diverse range of practice areas, including industrial law, human rights and administrative law, corporations and insolvency law and intellectual property law. We are committed to inviting people from all walks of life to work with us and grow their careers in their own unique way. We are currently...

Join Our Dynamic Team at Gramelis Attorneys! Are you an enthusiastic lawyer with 4 to 5 years of post-admission experience in family law or general practice? Are you ready to be part of a vibrant and supportive team that’s passionate about making a difference? Gramelis Attorneys is looking for a resourceful and motivated solicitor to join our growing and innovative office! Why Work with Us? Expertise & Growth: We offer a fantastic opportunity to work on challenging and rewarding cases with a team of talented professionals. Your skills will be valued, and you'll have the chance to grow and expand your legal expertise. Supportive Environment: Our office is not just a workplace—it's a community. We celebrate each other's successes and support each other through challenges. We believe in work-life balance and make sure our team has a good time both inside and outside the office. Engaging Culture: Our culture is vibrant and energetic, with plenty of opportunities...

Part-time role with hybrid working arrangements Newly created role supporting the Legal team within the Legal, Governance and Risk directorate Great career opportunity with one of the largest employers in Western Sydney! This role is ideal for a final-year law student, recent law graduate completing their Practical Legal Training (PLT), or aspiring solicitor with a passion for education.  Get ready to dive into a dynamic and impactful role where your enthusiasm and dedication will make a real difference! As a PLT with CSPD, you'll provide support to the Legal Team consisting of a Junior Legal Officer, Senior Legal Officer and a General Counsel.  About Us We are Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese (CSPD), a system of schools committed to responding to the needs of students in a world that is changing rapidly. With over 5000 passionate employees located across 83 primary and secondary schools, we have the intent and the resources to...

About Us: Aureate Legal is a boutique, full-service law firm committed to delivering pragmatic and tailored legal solutions to clients from diverse backgrounds. Our team of solicitors, qualified across multiple jurisdictions, offers cross-border advice that meets the specific needs of each client. With extensive experience in complex disputes, we are highly vigilant to potential risks in all types of transactions. Our partners bring experience from top-tier law firms in Australia, China, and the United States, along with in-depth familiarity with various levels of the court system. This unique expertise enables us to provide exceptional legal services in a broad range of practice areas. About the Role: As a PLT student with Aureate Legal, you will have the opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience across a range of legal areas. Your responsibilities will include: Conducting legal research and summarising findings Attending client...

The HIV/AIDS Legal Centre (HALC) is currently looking for 2 volunteer PLT Students to join our team for an immediate start. About the organisation: HALC is a community legal centre that provides free legal services to people affected by, and those most at risk of, HIV and/or Hepatitis on related legal matters. We deal with a range of HIV and/or hepatitis related legal issues including - Immigration Criminal Employment Discrimination Tenancy  Breach of privacy  Public health  Insurance  Wills & Estates  Centrelink Position Description: Volunteers perform a variety of day-to-day tasks including - drafting of legal advice, submissions, applications to courts & tribunals and other legal correspondence maintaining accurate files and legal records completing new client intakes casework tasks and client interviews under directions from Solicitors; general administrative work e.g. answering phones, scheduling appointments...

Ou Yang & Lee Associates Pty Ltd is a fast growing innovative law firm located in Sydney CBD. At Ouyang & Lee Associates, it is all about finding the perfect solutions for our clients in Property Law(conveyancing& lease), Migration Law, Commercial Law,  Employment Law, Family Law, Contract Law, Criminal Law, IP and Torts. We also have cases with Tribunals and FCC/FCA which you may be required to assist with. We are currently offering a work experience placement as a component of Practical Legal Training (unpaid position). The successful applicant will be working in the  above areas. You will also be involved in the legal practice innovation program and building an online national legal service platform. Duties may include but not limited to the followings : Drafting of legal documents Drafting correspondences Drafting letter of demands; Drafting settlement offers; Filing documents into court, Compiling evidence Liaison with different parties,...

Criminal Law – Join an Award-Winning, Innovative Legal Firm! Location:  Inverell - Northern NSW Full-Time Permanent Role Lyon Legal & Conveyancing Services is transforming the legal landscape, blending traditional legal practice with modern innovation to achieve outstanding client outcomes. We are a passionate and forward-thinking firm looking for a talented  Criminal Lawyer  to join our growing team. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for a solicitor with a background in  Criminal Law  to take charge of their own caseload. You will represent clients in court, provide strategic legal advice, and work closely with a supportive team dedicated to delivering top-tier legal services. What You’ll Do: ✔ Manage a diverse caseload in  Criminal Law , including matters related to divorce, child custody, property settlements, and criminal defence ✔ Appear confidently in court, including procedural and contested hearings ✔ Communicate effectively with...

Our firm White Knight Lawyers is a growing award winning Australian law firm that offers premium litigation, transactional, and advisory legal services. We generally practice in litigation and dispute resolution, insolvency and bankruptcy, tax controversy, commercial law and advisory, public law and construction law. We are currently engaged in diverse ongoing litigation work including proceedings before the Supreme Court of NSW, District Court of NSW, Federal Court of Australia, Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (both original jurisdiction and appeal panel).   We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, developing relationships of trust with our clients, and efficiently delivering engagement-tailored legal services.  Our available role We are very excited to offer practical legal training to a recent law graduate or PLT student. This is an unpaid position with prospects of gaining employment with us....

Junior Solicitor – Join an Award-Winning, Innovative Legal Firm! Location:  Inverell - Northern NSW Full-Time Permanent Role Lyon Legal & Conveyancing Services is transforming the legal landscape, blending traditional legal practice with modern innovation to achieve outstanding client outcomes. We are a passionate and forward-thinking firm looking for a talented Junior Solicitor to join our growing team. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for a Junior solicitor to take charge of their career. You will represent clients in court, criminal Matters, and family law matters, provide strategic legal advice, and work closely with a supportive team dedicated to delivering top-tier legal services. What You’ll Do: ✔ Manage a diverse caseload in matters related to divorce, child custody, property settlements, Estate       Planning, Conveyancing and criminal defence ✔ Appear confidently in court, including procedural and contested hearings ✔ Communicate...

Lyon Legal & Conveyancing Services is looking for a Graduate Solicitor to work in our busy, exciting and growing law firm located in Inverell (Northern NSW). The role   may variably involve working in the following areas of law: Criminal Law; Family Law;  Please address your experience in each area in your cover letter. Your duties   will include legal research, drafting legal documents and correspondence, filing court documents, managing files, performing general administrative duties, and assisting our senior solicitors as required.   The successful candidate should possess the following skills:— The successful candidate will: Be able to manage end-to-end carriage of family law and criminal matters; Be able to work unsupervised; Conduct client interviews, taking instructions from clients and briefing barristers when required; Strong communication skills; Tailor legal advice to individual clients; Have strong negotiation skills;...

Are you a recent law graduate looking to complete your Practical Legal Training (PLT) and take the next step toward admission as a lawyer? Our PLT placement offers a supportive, real-world environment where you’ll gain critical hands-on experience, build your professional network, and receive mentorship from experienced legal practitioners. As part of your PLT placement, you’ll be involved in diverse legal work, including: Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and court forms Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries Attending client interviews, court hearings, and mediations Assisting with case preparation and litigation support File and matter management using practice management software Participating in internal meetings and team briefings You will work under the direct supervision of qualified lawyers and gain exposure across various practice areas including family law, criminal law, civil litigation,...

Full time position for lawyer in boutique commercial litigation firm. Will consider all PQE experience levels. Based in Perth. To apply, please send CV, references and academic transcript to kmcnally@mcnallylitigation.com.au 

This position sits within the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia - Division 2 Purpose of position The Associate is part of a small team assisting a Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. The role of the Associate is to manage chambers, provide general administrative support to the Judge and to supervise and delegate tasks to the Deputy Associate. Key Responsibilities and Duties Day-to-day running of chambers including responding to enquiries. Supervise the work of the Deputy Associate.  Assist the Judge to manage the docket by preparing and managing matters waiting for hearing. Ensure the court’s case management system is up-to-date and assist the Judge in the preparation of orders and typing of judgments. Provide research assistance to Judge  Assist with the preparation of matters for both the Court and the Judge, with the Judge’s judgment writing as required including head notes, catch wording, and editing in line with...

As a PLT student at Boarding Legal, you will be an integral part of our team, assisting in a wide range of legal matters. Under the guidance of our experienced solicitors, you will have the opportunity to contribute to legal research, document drafting, client consultations, and administrative tasks. This placement will provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the legal profession and help you develop essential skills for your future career. Responsibilities Include: Assisting Conveyancing matters. Mandarin is preferred. Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries. Assisting in drafting legal documents, contracts, and agreements. Supporting lawyers in client meetings and court proceedings. Performing administrative duties such as file management and document preparation. Collaborating with team members on various projects and tasks. Please Note: This is an unpaid Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement. We are committed to providing...

Her Honour Judge Shead SC is seeking expressions of interest to fill the role of Associate in 2026 and 2027. Her Honour presides in the criminal jurisdiction of the District Court of New South Wales, the largest trial court in Australia. The role will commence in January 2026 and the position will be for one to two years, depending on suitability, interest and availability. Description of Role The Associate’s role is to provide high-level legal and administrative support. The Associate is responsible for managing her Honour’s Chambers and is the first point of contact for all members of the public and the profession. The role encompasses assisting her Honour with complex legal research, drafting, in-court duties, and general day-to-day administrative tasks. Her Honour primarily sits in the Sydney Downing Centre but may travel to regional courts. Required Skills and Abilities Candidates who apply for the position should be able to demonstrate the...

Position: The Refugee Advice and Casework Service (RACS) seeks a dedicated person to join its team of committed human rights lawyers as a Practical Legal Trainee (students who hold a law degree and who are undertaking a course for practical admission as a lawyer). There are multiple positions available in our Randwick office and at our Outreach Service offices. Responsibilities include research, drafting statements, observing and assisting with client appointments, accompanying lawyers to client meetings and DoHA interviews and various other administrative and legal tasks. You will receive on-the-job training and supervision. You will have had previous volunteer experience and be able to demonstrate a commitment to human rights and social justice, an understanding of the issues that affect people seeking asylum, and a capacity to problem-solve. You will have administrative and organisational experience, and have the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders...

Family Law Are you a seasoned family law litigator looking to practice law in a way that aligns with your values, that is expanding? At TFA Legal , we’re transforming the way family law is practiced across Australia – and we’re looking for a Senior Solicitor with exceptional litigation experience to join our remote team. Our model is trauma-informed, psychology-integrated, and rooted in client wellbeing. We support clients navigating complex parenting matters, coercive control, property division, and urgent safety needs – all through a multidisciplinary lens. If you're passionate about advocacy, ready to work autonomously, and want to be part of something more meaningful than traditional practice, we want to hear from you. 🔍 About the Role: Lead and manage complex family law litigation matters, including parenting, property, and intervention orders (AVOs/IVO/Protection Orders). Draft and review affidavits, initiate proceedings, conduct negotiations, and...

OPPORTUNITY FOR VOLUNTEER LAW STUDENT OR LAW GRADUATE TO JOIN OUR FRIENDLY FAMILY LAW AND LITIGATION FIRM About us As the firm’s name suggests, First Choice Family Lawyers practices predominantly in the area of Family Law although we also practice in estate matters such as family provisions claims and contested wills to name a few as well as selective criminal matters.   About the role  This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, ambitious and driven law student or law graduate requiring work experience to complete their practical legal training and gain invaluable exposure in a litigation and family law firm to get a head start in your career.  This role requires an immediate start with a minimum of 4 days availability per week. Potential opportunity exists to gain employment within the firm upon admission as a legal practitioner.