A great opportunity has arisen at one of Australia's premier Industrial Relations consultancy firms preparing applications and representing clients in matters relating to unfair dismissals, discrimination, harassment and adverse actions.
We provide advocacy support to a wide variety of employee clients and represent them in the Fair Work Commission, and the Australian Human Rights Commission. The successful applicant does not need to have employment law experience and will be fully trained by experienced industrial relations consultants.
The successful applicant will:
Be studying law with a solid academic transcript.
Be determined and enthusiastic to work in industrial relations.
Have the ability to think on their feet in a high pressured environment.
Be responsible for preparing and lodging relevant paperwork with the FWC or AHRC.
Interact with clients on a daily basis
Attend mediations and conciliations and negotiate.
In return, the applicant will enjoy a flexible work from home arrangement, commissions incentives, client contact and regular attendance in various commissions undertaking advocacy work.
The position will be on a casual basis of 10-20 hours per week.
Please email your curriculum vitae and academic transcript to admin@unfairdismissalsaus.com.au
Must be available for IMMEDIATE start.
May 19, 2020
Contract
A great opportunity has arisen at one of Australia's premier Industrial Relations consultancy firms preparing applications and representing clients in matters relating to unfair dismissals, discrimination, harassment and adverse actions.
We provide advocacy support to a wide variety of employee clients and represent them in the Fair Work Commission, and the Australian Human Rights Commission. The successful applicant does not need to have employment law experience and will be fully trained by experienced industrial relations consultants.
The successful applicant will:
Be studying law with a solid academic transcript.
Be determined and enthusiastic to work in industrial relations.
Have the ability to think on their feet in a high pressured environment.
Be responsible for preparing and lodging relevant paperwork with the FWC or AHRC.
Interact with clients on a daily basis
Attend mediations and conciliations and negotiate.
In return, the applicant will enjoy a flexible work from home arrangement, commissions incentives, client contact and regular attendance in various commissions undertaking advocacy work.
The position will be on a casual basis of 10-20 hours per week.
Please email your curriculum vitae and academic transcript to admin@unfairdismissalsaus.com.au
Must be available for IMMEDIATE start.
Disability Advocates stand by people with disability to ensure they get a fair go.
Start a rewarding career with Disability Advocacy NSW
Join an experienced team of Disability Advocates
$70-$75,000 pa + salary packaging +super + extra annual leave
(Note: Due to COVID-19 this role will be undertaken by working from home initially. This is the same for all our staff at present. However, the base office location for this position is in the Lower Blue Mountains)
Are you seeking an opportunity to build on your qualifications, learn new skills and work in the Western Sydney/Blue Mountains region?
We are busy helping people with Disability Royal Commission support, NDIS Appeals and general advocacy support with a range of matters (e.g. legal, education, pensions, health, discrimination). We need a committed and professional person who will assist individuals with disability to ensure they are treated fairly. You will have support and guidance from a well-established team and work alongside experienced Advocates.
Disability Advocacy NSW (DA) www.da.org.au is part of Advocacy Law Alliance Inc. www.advocacylaw.org.au. We are a not-for-profit service that believes people with a disability have the right to equality, fairness, and a good quality of life. DA provides high quality social advocacy to support people with a disability across regional NSW.
What we can offer you:
Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS), Level 4.1 - 4.4 depending on qualifications and experience, to be negotiated with the successful candidate within the salary range.
38 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Additional paid leave (in addition to statutory annual leave) during Christmas / New Year office closure - 2 weeks.
Salary packaging options available within ATO limits and guidelines. Tax free salary packaging options can increase ‘take home’ pay.
Collaborative team and leadership that will support you with your advocacy cases.
Continuous skills training.
Employment will be initially offered for a fixed term, 12-month contract from commencement with options for renewal by us.
You must undertake a criminal history check prior to approval for employment.
Duties include:
Individual Advocacy
Advocating on clients’ behalf or supporting clients to advocate for themselves.
Linking clients with other relevant services that can assist in the advocacy process (e.g. obtaining legal advice)
Supporting clients to participate in formal dispute resolution settings (e.g. discrimination tribunals, courts, NCAT, NDIS Appeals at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, Guardianship Tribunal etc.).
Supporting clients to understand, access and interact with the Disability Royal Commission, including assistance with submissions.
Intake and Issue Assessment
Interviewing clients who contact the service and ascertain in detail the issues they are experiencing.
Establishing whether the client’s issue is within scope of services Disability Advocacy NSW provides.
Analysing the information provided by the client or referrer and researching all pertinent areas before triaging the issue based on Disability Advocacy NSW’s service access criteria.
When appropriate, providing information and support to the client so that they can undertake self-advocacy.
Where advocacy is not appropriate, facilitating referral to a service who can better meet the needs of the client.
Meeting regularly with the Regional Coordinator and Regional team to discuss individual cases.
Selection Criteria
Essential:
Relevant tertiary qualifications (examples only: law, legal studies, social work, psychology, social science, welfare studies, community services).
Experience and skills relevant to advocating people from disadvantaged or vulnerable groups.
Proven skills in the following areas: oral and written communication, research, problem solving and negotiation.
Knowledge of key disability issues such as the NDIS and Disability Royal Commission.
Driven by integrity, responsibility, accountability, attention to detail and pride in work.
A current driver’s licence or other reasonable method of transport to attend client visits if required.(Work vehicles available)
People with disability or from ATSI or CALD backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Submission Checklist
Have you got?
A cover letter including contact details
A document that addresses each of the selection criteria listed above
Current resume including and two current professional referees
Applications and enquiries to Amanda Brickwood (Manager Advocacy) amanda.brickwood@da.org.au
Applications close Friday 5th June 2020
May 08, 2020
Full-time
Disability Advocates stand by people with disability to ensure they get a fair go.
Start a rewarding career with Disability Advocacy NSW
Join an experienced team of Disability Advocates
$70-$75,000 pa + salary packaging +super + extra annual leave
(Note: Due to COVID-19 this role will be undertaken by working from home initially. This is the same for all our staff at present. However, the base office location for this position is in the Lower Blue Mountains)
Are you seeking an opportunity to build on your qualifications, learn new skills and work in the Western Sydney/Blue Mountains region?
We are busy helping people with Disability Royal Commission support, NDIS Appeals and general advocacy support with a range of matters (e.g. legal, education, pensions, health, discrimination). We need a committed and professional person who will assist individuals with disability to ensure they are treated fairly. You will have support and guidance from a well-established team and work alongside experienced Advocates.
Disability Advocacy NSW (DA) www.da.org.au is part of Advocacy Law Alliance Inc. www.advocacylaw.org.au. We are a not-for-profit service that believes people with a disability have the right to equality, fairness, and a good quality of life. DA provides high quality social advocacy to support people with a disability across regional NSW.
What we can offer you:
Social, Community, Home Care and Disability Services (SCHADS), Level 4.1 - 4.4 depending on qualifications and experience, to be negotiated with the successful candidate within the salary range.
38 hours per week, Monday to Friday.
Additional paid leave (in addition to statutory annual leave) during Christmas / New Year office closure - 2 weeks.
Salary packaging options available within ATO limits and guidelines. Tax free salary packaging options can increase ‘take home’ pay.
Collaborative team and leadership that will support you with your advocacy cases.
Continuous skills training.
Employment will be initially offered for a fixed term, 12-month contract from commencement with options for renewal by us.
You must undertake a criminal history check prior to approval for employment.
Duties include:
Individual Advocacy
Advocating on clients’ behalf or supporting clients to advocate for themselves.
Linking clients with other relevant services that can assist in the advocacy process (e.g. obtaining legal advice)
Supporting clients to participate in formal dispute resolution settings (e.g. discrimination tribunals, courts, NCAT, NDIS Appeals at the Administrative Appeals Tribunal, Guardianship Tribunal etc.).
Supporting clients to understand, access and interact with the Disability Royal Commission, including assistance with submissions.
Intake and Issue Assessment
Interviewing clients who contact the service and ascertain in detail the issues they are experiencing.
Establishing whether the client’s issue is within scope of services Disability Advocacy NSW provides.
Analysing the information provided by the client or referrer and researching all pertinent areas before triaging the issue based on Disability Advocacy NSW’s service access criteria.
When appropriate, providing information and support to the client so that they can undertake self-advocacy.
Where advocacy is not appropriate, facilitating referral to a service who can better meet the needs of the client.
Meeting regularly with the Regional Coordinator and Regional team to discuss individual cases.
Selection Criteria
Essential:
Relevant tertiary qualifications (examples only: law, legal studies, social work, psychology, social science, welfare studies, community services).
Experience and skills relevant to advocating people from disadvantaged or vulnerable groups.
Proven skills in the following areas: oral and written communication, research, problem solving and negotiation.
Knowledge of key disability issues such as the NDIS and Disability Royal Commission.
Driven by integrity, responsibility, accountability, attention to detail and pride in work.
A current driver’s licence or other reasonable method of transport to attend client visits if required.(Work vehicles available)
People with disability or from ATSI or CALD backgrounds are encouraged to apply.
Submission Checklist
Have you got?
A cover letter including contact details
A document that addresses each of the selection criteria listed above
Current resume including and two current professional referees
Applications and enquiries to Amanda Brickwood (Manager Advocacy) amanda.brickwood@da.org.au
Applications close Friday 5th June 2020
Central Coast Community Legal Centre (CCCLC) is seeking part-time volunteers wishing to complete their practical legal training in a busy generalist practice that provides free legal services to people living, working or studying on the Central Coast. These are unpaid positions.
As part of our planned return to the office (Stage 3 NSW Government return), we have been rethinking our current office layout and a significant review of the number of people the footprint of the building can safely accommodate. Unfortunately, we are no longer able to sustain the pre-COVID number of volunteers and therefore some difficult decisions have been made, decisions that impact on our service delivery model and our Legal Volunteer Program.
You must:
Have completed or be close to completing College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Be able to work 2 days a week (block placements are unlikely as it affects the number of volunteers we can offer a placement)
Complete at least 75 days and
Attend a compulsory two-day General Orientation and Intake Training.
Remaining 2020 orientation dates are to be finalised:
TBC
7th and 8th September 2020 TBC
26 th and 27 th October 2020 TBC
Applications aimed for particular orientation dates should be submitted at least three weeks prior to allow interviews to take place. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and assessed on relevant skills as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who live on the Central Coast and candidates who want to complete at least 75 days with CCCLC.
Email your resume and academic transcript to contact@centralcoastclc.org.au
During your placement with CCCLC you can expect to be exposed to a wide range of legal matters, including debt, fines, family, employment, discrimination, motor vehicle accidents, Apprehended Violence Orders and more!
You will gain experience in providing legal information and referral services by telephone, interviewing clients, attending outreach locations, drafting legal letters and court documents, undertaking legal research, developing community legal education materials, engaging in community development and participating in systemic advocacy.
Based in Wyong NSW, CCCLC provides free legal advice to disadvantaged people at Toukley Neighbourhood Centre and Synapse in Gosford and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people at Mingaletta in Umina and Yerin - Elanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Centre in Wyong. We advise unrepresented litigants in Traffic and AVO matters at Wyong Local Court, AVO matters at Gosford Local Court and operate a Children’s Court Assistance Scheme at Wyong, Woy Woy and Broadmeadow Children’s Courts. (Subject to resumption of partner organisations and Court lists)
Become a part of our friendly and committed team of volunteers who work together to provide access to justice to the people who really need it most on the Central Coast
Mar 28, 2019
Part-time
Central Coast Community Legal Centre (CCCLC) is seeking part-time volunteers wishing to complete their practical legal training in a busy generalist practice that provides free legal services to people living, working or studying on the Central Coast. These are unpaid positions.
As part of our planned return to the office (Stage 3 NSW Government return), we have been rethinking our current office layout and a significant review of the number of people the footprint of the building can safely accommodate. Unfortunately, we are no longer able to sustain the pre-COVID number of volunteers and therefore some difficult decisions have been made, decisions that impact on our service delivery model and our Legal Volunteer Program.
You must:
Have completed or be close to completing College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Be able to work 2 days a week (block placements are unlikely as it affects the number of volunteers we can offer a placement)
Complete at least 75 days and
Attend a compulsory two-day General Orientation and Intake Training.
Remaining 2020 orientation dates are to be finalised:
TBC
7th and 8th September 2020 TBC
26 th and 27 th October 2020 TBC
Applications aimed for particular orientation dates should be submitted at least three weeks prior to allow interviews to take place. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and assessed on relevant skills as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to candidates who live on the Central Coast and candidates who want to complete at least 75 days with CCCLC.
Email your resume and academic transcript to contact@centralcoastclc.org.au
During your placement with CCCLC you can expect to be exposed to a wide range of legal matters, including debt, fines, family, employment, discrimination, motor vehicle accidents, Apprehended Violence Orders and more!
You will gain experience in providing legal information and referral services by telephone, interviewing clients, attending outreach locations, drafting legal letters and court documents, undertaking legal research, developing community legal education materials, engaging in community development and participating in systemic advocacy.
Based in Wyong NSW, CCCLC provides free legal advice to disadvantaged people at Toukley Neighbourhood Centre and Synapse in Gosford and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people at Mingaletta in Umina and Yerin - Elanor Duncan Aboriginal Health Centre in Wyong. We advise unrepresented litigants in Traffic and AVO matters at Wyong Local Court, AVO matters at Gosford Local Court and operate a Children’s Court Assistance Scheme at Wyong, Woy Woy and Broadmeadow Children’s Courts. (Subject to resumption of partner organisations and Court lists)
Become a part of our friendly and committed team of volunteers who work together to provide access to justice to the people who really need it most on the Central Coast
Wiin Lawyers is currently looking for a talented, bilingual law graduate to join the petite yet busy team.
About Us:
Our expertise includes dispute resolution and litigation, criminal law, family law, and property conveyancing. Our migration practice is also growing at a fast pace.
Our Principal Lawyer is a passionate lawyer committed to creating top quality work and providing great customer experience. She is looking forward to mentoring like-minded law graduate(s) and to groom and cultivate him/her for a truly rewarding legal career.
Our firm’s vision is to be known for our excellent service standards because of our happy, honest and empathetic lawyers.
We put People First , and we want our team members including PLT trainees to enjoy his/her work and working with us. We promote fun and flexible environment because our Principal Lawyer functions much better in such environment.
About You:
The ideal candidate should tick all the following boxes
You can speak, read, and write Mandarin Chinese fluently.
You enjoy legal writing and can write well (in English, of course).
You have good people and communication skills and are keen to further develop these skills.
You are eager to learn how to be a great lawyer in the areas that we practise in.
You are close to being admitted to legal practice.
You are available at least 20 hours a week and can undertake a minimum of 60 working days of practical legal training with us (about 3 months).
About the Experience:
You will gain the following experience and exposure with us:
Drafting letters, affidavits, agreements, court documents.
Legal research and analysis.
Conveyance from start to finish – drafting contract of sale, preparing for settlement.
Using legal software, PEXA, Duties Online, Immi Account, Com Court Portal, eLodgment, EFAS, Court Connect etc.
Answering telephone inquiries and meeting/greeting clients.
Attending court, mediation, negotiation, and meeting with barristers (as observer).
Observing and doing client interviews.
Advocacy, if you enjoy it.
If you are interested, please do not hesitate send your CV with a cover letter to claire@wiinlawyers.com.au
May 29, 2020
Full-time
Wiin Lawyers is currently looking for a talented, bilingual law graduate to join the petite yet busy team.
About Us:
Our expertise includes dispute resolution and litigation, criminal law, family law, and property conveyancing. Our migration practice is also growing at a fast pace.
Our Principal Lawyer is a passionate lawyer committed to creating top quality work and providing great customer experience. She is looking forward to mentoring like-minded law graduate(s) and to groom and cultivate him/her for a truly rewarding legal career.
Our firm’s vision is to be known for our excellent service standards because of our happy, honest and empathetic lawyers.
We put People First , and we want our team members including PLT trainees to enjoy his/her work and working with us. We promote fun and flexible environment because our Principal Lawyer functions much better in such environment.
About You:
The ideal candidate should tick all the following boxes
You can speak, read, and write Mandarin Chinese fluently.
You enjoy legal writing and can write well (in English, of course).
You have good people and communication skills and are keen to further develop these skills.
You are eager to learn how to be a great lawyer in the areas that we practise in.
You are close to being admitted to legal practice.
You are available at least 20 hours a week and can undertake a minimum of 60 working days of practical legal training with us (about 3 months).
About the Experience:
You will gain the following experience and exposure with us:
Drafting letters, affidavits, agreements, court documents.
Legal research and analysis.
Conveyance from start to finish – drafting contract of sale, preparing for settlement.
Using legal software, PEXA, Duties Online, Immi Account, Com Court Portal, eLodgment, EFAS, Court Connect etc.
Answering telephone inquiries and meeting/greeting clients.
Attending court, mediation, negotiation, and meeting with barristers (as observer).
Observing and doing client interviews.
Advocacy, if you enjoy it.
If you are interested, please do not hesitate send your CV with a cover letter to claire@wiinlawyers.com.au
Executive Legal are looking for bright, enthusiastic to-be lawyers who think outside of the box. Our firm specialises in litigation and solving complex legal problems on behalf of our Clients.
At our firm you will experience a wide array of challenges that will span across our different practice areas:-
Criminal law
Family law
Commercial law
Human Rights Law
Administrative Law
We will not box you into mundane tasks, as a new law firm we encourage our staff to think from the ground up. We will teach you and help you grow your skills in three areas:
Administrative: General office skills, file maintenance, accounting, etc.
Legal: Attending Court with our guidance, drafting affidavits, reviewing briefs, researching etc.
Projects: Growing and maintaining our Facebook page, developing marketing strategies, creating administrative and management systems etc.
Social media and marketing experience will also be highly regarded and we will help you to adopt these into the dynamic legal market.
Requirements:
Must have completed at least three years of a law degree
Highly organised and capable of taking instructions from different partners
Prioritisation and task management skills
Advanced problem solving skills; incl research and dealing with complex problems on the fly
Strong academic results
Positive attitude
Must be able to work three days a week
Any students that believe they will qualify for the role should send their CV and draft a short response of approximately 250 – 500 words to the following question “Executive Legal should hire me because unlike anybody else, I bring ...... to the team”.
All responses to the question and CV’s should be directed to info@executivelegal.com.au and hd@executivelegal.com.au .
May 29, 2020
Part-time
Executive Legal are looking for bright, enthusiastic to-be lawyers who think outside of the box. Our firm specialises in litigation and solving complex legal problems on behalf of our Clients.
At our firm you will experience a wide array of challenges that will span across our different practice areas:-
Criminal law
Family law
Commercial law
Human Rights Law
Administrative Law
We will not box you into mundane tasks, as a new law firm we encourage our staff to think from the ground up. We will teach you and help you grow your skills in three areas:
Administrative: General office skills, file maintenance, accounting, etc.
Legal: Attending Court with our guidance, drafting affidavits, reviewing briefs, researching etc.
Projects: Growing and maintaining our Facebook page, developing marketing strategies, creating administrative and management systems etc.
Social media and marketing experience will also be highly regarded and we will help you to adopt these into the dynamic legal market.
Requirements:
Must have completed at least three years of a law degree
Highly organised and capable of taking instructions from different partners
Prioritisation and task management skills
Advanced problem solving skills; incl research and dealing with complex problems on the fly
Strong academic results
Positive attitude
Must be able to work three days a week
Any students that believe they will qualify for the role should send their CV and draft a short response of approximately 250 – 500 words to the following question “Executive Legal should hire me because unlike anybody else, I bring ...... to the team”.
All responses to the question and CV’s should be directed to info@executivelegal.com.au and hd@executivelegal.com.au .
An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic law student or pre-admission graduate to undertake voluntary work experience through a 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.
May 29, 2020
Full-time
An opportunity exists for an enthusiastic law student or pre-admission graduate to undertake voluntary work experience through a 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.
JC Legal Practice
48/104 Bathurst Street, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
JC Legal Practice is a young and dynamic general practice firm located in the Sydbey CBD. Main practice areas for the firm include Property Law, Family Law, Business Law and Civil and Commercial Litigation. All staff are provided with a wide range of learning experiences and opportunities to develop their legal and professional skills.
We are looking for a suitable candidate who possesess the following:
Ability to work under pressure;
Good time management;
Excellent communication skills;
Attention to detail;
fluent in Mandarin or Cantonese is preferred.
Depends on the performance, the successful candidate may be provided a full time position as Junior Solicitor after completing the PLT training.
Please send your resume, academic transcript and cover letter to our office manager Na at hr@jclegal.com.au , noting your availability. Short-listed and successful applicants will be contacted for interviews, please do not call regarding your application. Cat-owners preferred. Availability is flexible and we understand and can cater to individual timetable requirements.
May 28, 2020
Full-time
JC Legal Practice is a young and dynamic general practice firm located in the Sydbey CBD. Main practice areas for the firm include Property Law, Family Law, Business Law and Civil and Commercial Litigation. All staff are provided with a wide range of learning experiences and opportunities to develop their legal and professional skills.
We are looking for a suitable candidate who possesess the following:
Ability to work under pressure;
Good time management;
Excellent communication skills;
Attention to detail;
fluent in Mandarin or Cantonese is preferred.
Depends on the performance, the successful candidate may be provided a full time position as Junior Solicitor after completing the PLT training.
Please send your resume, academic transcript and cover letter to our office manager Na at hr@jclegal.com.au , noting your availability. Short-listed and successful applicants will be contacted for interviews, please do not call regarding your application. Cat-owners preferred. Availability is flexible and we understand and can cater to individual timetable requirements.
OPPORTUNITY FOR VOLUNTEER PLT STUDENT IN BOUTIQUE FAMILY LAW FIRM
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic law student requiring work experience to complete their practical legal training. As the firm’s name suggests, First Choice Family Lawyers practices predominantly in the area of Family Law however also caters to criminal and estate matters.
We are seeking a motivated, committed and enthusiastic volunteer PLT placement to come on board our team who is able to start immediately with a minimum of 3 days per week, preferably 5 days with potential to gain employment upon admission as a junior solicitor.
May 28, 2020
Full-time
OPPORTUNITY FOR VOLUNTEER PLT STUDENT IN BOUTIQUE FAMILY LAW FIRM
This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic law student requiring work experience to complete their practical legal training. As the firm’s name suggests, First Choice Family Lawyers practices predominantly in the area of Family Law however also caters to criminal and estate matters.
We are seeking a motivated, committed and enthusiastic volunteer PLT placement to come on board our team who is able to start immediately with a minimum of 3 days per week, preferably 5 days with potential to gain employment upon admission as a junior solicitor.
JC Legal Practice is a young and newly established law firm based in Sydney CBD practising primarily in commercial law, conveyancing and family law. We are seeking for a young and enthusiatic solicitor with honestly, intergrity to join our team.
You will be working under the Associate's supervision, responsible for all commercial, corporate, and property transaction and litigation matters including case management and client dealings.
To be considered for this role, the candidate should be able to demonstrate:
At least one years of continuous full time experience in commercial dealings, familiar with PEXA & all procedures for conveyanving transactions.
Exceptional written and verbal communication.
Able to work under pressure and meet the deadline.
Fluent in Mandarin and/or Cantonese preferred.
We recognise your hard work and initiative.
To apply, please send your resume and covering letter together with your latest academic transcript to hr@jclegal.com.au
As we are running a busy practice, please do not call. The listed candidates will be contacted via phone or email.
May 27, 2020
Full-time
JC Legal Practice is a young and newly established law firm based in Sydney CBD practising primarily in commercial law, conveyancing and family law. We are seeking for a young and enthusiatic solicitor with honestly, intergrity to join our team.
You will be working under the Associate's supervision, responsible for all commercial, corporate, and property transaction and litigation matters including case management and client dealings.
To be considered for this role, the candidate should be able to demonstrate:
At least one years of continuous full time experience in commercial dealings, familiar with PEXA & all procedures for conveyanving transactions.
Exceptional written and verbal communication.
Able to work under pressure and meet the deadline.
Fluent in Mandarin and/or Cantonese preferred.
We recognise your hard work and initiative.
To apply, please send your resume and covering letter together with your latest academic transcript to hr@jclegal.com.au
As we are running a busy practice, please do not call. The listed candidates will be contacted via phone or email.
McGowan Family Law is a boutique specialist Family Law firm located in Moonee Ponds with visiting offices in the Melbourne CBD. We are seeking the following:
- 1 x paid experienced Family Law Paralegal in a 6 month role with the possibility of being extended to a long term role; and
- 2 x voluntary positions for PLT students for one day a week. The voluntary role may lead to one paid position upon the candidate being admitted as a solicitor.
We see our new team member as an approachable, efficient, experienced professional with a growth mindset and a passion for excellent client service. This person is required to have extensive experience in our practice areas: Family Law, Family Violence Intervention Orders, Wills and Conveyancing. Our new team member is someone who will enjoy the challenge of working with family law clients and does not use the words “no” and “can’t”.
Our new team member will work closely with our Principal Solicitor who is an Accredited Family Law Specialist and our Associate Solicitor who are both passionate about family law and exceptionally fussy about the delivery of legal services and file management.
This role requires you to be experienced in the use of the Commonwealth Courts Portal including filing of Divorce Applications, Consent Orders, Applications, Responses and ancillary documents. The role will share the management of divorce matters and conveyancing on PEXA. You are required to have substantial experience in the use of LEAP Legal Software and Timesheet and must be confident taking instructions directly from clients and minimal instruction from solicitors and capable drafting Consent Orders, Applications, Responses, Financial Statements, Affidavits, Divorces and other Court documents. You will also prepare and assist in the witnessing of Wills and will be responsible for calendar management and scheduling of appointments and Court dates and deadlines.
Our new team member will have demonstrated experience in using the following:
A small commander system;
LEAP Legal Software;
PEXA;
The Commonwealth Court’s Portal;
LEAP Timesheet; and
Office 365.
Experience in using VLA Atlas matters in conjunction with our Independent Children’s Lawyer files is a benefit but not essential, provided you are willing to learn to use this system.
For this role, you must understand the Court processes of the Family Court of Australia, the Federal Circuit Court of Australia and Magistrates Court of Victoria and know how to use the online Portal for filing of family law documents and case management in those jurisdictions. You must also know how and when to time record.
Our new team member will be heavily involved with our clients and must have the highest level of professionalism in person and by phone and email. High level drafting skills with a particular focus on excellent grammatical and spelling is critical to this role. You will take instructions from clients and then prepare the relevant correspondence and Court or settlement documents.
You must be able to work with minimal guidance and supervision and should hit the ground running.
This role includes some reception duties including attending to a passive reception, answering a small commander phone system, filing and assisting with Accounts including following up unpaid retainers and accounts and some debt collection where necessary.
Our Principal Solicitor is a Life Coach and Independent Children’s Lawyer who has been working exclusively in family law matters for 18 years. Our firm culture is light hearted but client focussed and we will look to you to make a positive contribution towards our friendly team environment.
In your application, please advise how many years you have worked as a Paralegal and how many years of family law experience you have. Please confirm you are very familiar with LEAP Legal Software including Timesheet, calendar management, PEXA and the Commonwealth Court’s Portal.
May 27, 2020
Part-time
McGowan Family Law is a boutique specialist Family Law firm located in Moonee Ponds with visiting offices in the Melbourne CBD. We are seeking the following:
- 1 x paid experienced Family Law Paralegal in a 6 month role with the possibility of being extended to a long term role; and
- 2 x voluntary positions for PLT students for one day a week. The voluntary role may lead to one paid position upon the candidate being admitted as a solicitor.
We see our new team member as an approachable, efficient, experienced professional with a growth mindset and a passion for excellent client service. This person is required to have extensive experience in our practice areas: Family Law, Family Violence Intervention Orders, Wills and Conveyancing. Our new team member is someone who will enjoy the challenge of working with family law clients and does not use the words “no” and “can’t”.
Our new team member will work closely with our Principal Solicitor who is an Accredited Family Law Specialist and our Associate Solicitor who are both passionate about family law and exceptionally fussy about the delivery of legal services and file management.
This role requires you to be experienced in the use of the Commonwealth Courts Portal including filing of Divorce Applications, Consent Orders, Applications, Responses and ancillary documents. The role will share the management of divorce matters and conveyancing on PEXA. You are required to have substantial experience in the use of LEAP Legal Software and Timesheet and must be confident taking instructions directly from clients and minimal instruction from solicitors and capable drafting Consent Orders, Applications, Responses, Financial Statements, Affidavits, Divorces and other Court documents. You will also prepare and assist in the witnessing of Wills and will be responsible for calendar management and scheduling of appointments and Court dates and deadlines.
Our new team member will have demonstrated experience in using the following:
A small commander system;
LEAP Legal Software;
PEXA;
The Commonwealth Court’s Portal;
LEAP Timesheet; and
Office 365.
Experience in using VLA Atlas matters in conjunction with our Independent Children’s Lawyer files is a benefit but not essential, provided you are willing to learn to use this system.
For this role, you must understand the Court processes of the Family Court of Australia, the Federal Circuit Court of Australia and Magistrates Court of Victoria and know how to use the online Portal for filing of family law documents and case management in those jurisdictions. You must also know how and when to time record.
Our new team member will be heavily involved with our clients and must have the highest level of professionalism in person and by phone and email. High level drafting skills with a particular focus on excellent grammatical and spelling is critical to this role. You will take instructions from clients and then prepare the relevant correspondence and Court or settlement documents.
You must be able to work with minimal guidance and supervision and should hit the ground running.
This role includes some reception duties including attending to a passive reception, answering a small commander phone system, filing and assisting with Accounts including following up unpaid retainers and accounts and some debt collection where necessary.
Our Principal Solicitor is a Life Coach and Independent Children’s Lawyer who has been working exclusively in family law matters for 18 years. Our firm culture is light hearted but client focussed and we will look to you to make a positive contribution towards our friendly team environment.
In your application, please advise how many years you have worked as a Paralegal and how many years of family law experience you have. Please confirm you are very familiar with LEAP Legal Software including Timesheet, calendar management, PEXA and the Commonwealth Court’s Portal.
This long established legal firm is seeking a Law Graduate/Clerk.
The Role
You will be working closely with the senior solicitors as well as the Principal in predominately litigation matters. You will also be assisting the support staff with general administrative tasks.
Handling a range of matters across jurisdictions in particular contractual, corporate, real property, and fiduciary and estate disputes, your clients will vary from individuals, corporations, not-for-profits, small and medium business.
Skills and Experience Your skills and experience are valued in:
Organisational, time management and reporting skills
High attention to detail.
High level of written skills.
Strategic acumen and commercial intuition, as well as the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
An understanding of the litigation process, Civil Procedure Rules and the laws of Evidence.
Willingness to learn
May 27, 2020
Full-time
This long established legal firm is seeking a Law Graduate/Clerk.
The Role
You will be working closely with the senior solicitors as well as the Principal in predominately litigation matters. You will also be assisting the support staff with general administrative tasks.
Handling a range of matters across jurisdictions in particular contractual, corporate, real property, and fiduciary and estate disputes, your clients will vary from individuals, corporations, not-for-profits, small and medium business.
Skills and Experience Your skills and experience are valued in:
Organisational, time management and reporting skills
High attention to detail.
High level of written skills.
Strategic acumen and commercial intuition, as well as the ability to adapt to changing circumstances.
An understanding of the litigation process, Civil Procedure Rules and the laws of Evidence.
Willingness to learn
Delta Legal is a small legal practice located in Perth CBD. We are looking for self-motivated passionate and enthusiastic a Law Graduate looking to complete their Practical Legal Training (PLT) on part time or full time basis.
Essential:
completed law degree
preferable if available 5 days a week
strong written and verbal communication skills
the ability to work in a team and independently when required
strong legal research skills with attention to detail
positive attitude, dedicated, hard-working, well organised
good client service skills and a telephone manners
strong Microsoft Office skills.
Preferred:
some previous experience working in a legal environment
Suitable candidate is expected to perform duties in below areas:
Research and Drafting
Drafting, filing and service of court documents
Attending and assisting counsel in court
Attending client interviews and
General administrative tasks
We offer you flexible working hours, healthy working environment and ongoing support.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that this is not paid position.
To apply for this position, please email covering letter, your current Curriculum Vitae and most recent Academic Transcript to: js@deltalegal.com.au
For more information please visit us at www.deltalegal.com.au .
May 26, 2020
Full-time
Delta Legal is a small legal practice located in Perth CBD. We are looking for self-motivated passionate and enthusiastic a Law Graduate looking to complete their Practical Legal Training (PLT) on part time or full time basis.
Essential:
completed law degree
preferable if available 5 days a week
strong written and verbal communication skills
the ability to work in a team and independently when required
strong legal research skills with attention to detail
positive attitude, dedicated, hard-working, well organised
good client service skills and a telephone manners
strong Microsoft Office skills.
Preferred:
some previous experience working in a legal environment
Suitable candidate is expected to perform duties in below areas:
Research and Drafting
Drafting, filing and service of court documents
Attending and assisting counsel in court
Attending client interviews and
General administrative tasks
We offer you flexible working hours, healthy working environment and ongoing support.
Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Please note that this is not paid position.
To apply for this position, please email covering letter, your current Curriculum Vitae and most recent Academic Transcript to: js@deltalegal.com.au
For more information please visit us at www.deltalegal.com.au .
Sylvia Legal is a general practice law firm located in the Sydney CBD specialising in immigration law, property law and family law.
We have one position available for PLT Placement/Volunteer Paralegal that can be undertaken on a full time or part time basis to suit to schedule of the successful candidate.
The successful candidate must be able to speak Mandarin Chinese as well as English. The ability to read and write Chinese will be an advantage. In this role, you will gain exposure to the areas of immigration law and family law under the supervision of our principal solicitor and engage in tasks including but not limited to legal research and court filing.
May 26, 2020
Part-time
Sylvia Legal is a general practice law firm located in the Sydney CBD specialising in immigration law, property law and family law.
We have one position available for PLT Placement/Volunteer Paralegal that can be undertaken on a full time or part time basis to suit to schedule of the successful candidate.
The successful candidate must be able to speak Mandarin Chinese as well as English. The ability to read and write Chinese will be an advantage. In this role, you will gain exposure to the areas of immigration law and family law under the supervision of our principal solicitor and engage in tasks including but not limited to legal research and court filing.
Opportunity for PLT students to undertake a volunteer placement at a boutique law firm in the heart of Sydney. You will be participating in a team dealing with a variety of legal matters including some family law, criminal law, commercial law and specialising in personal injury law including motor accidents, public liability, medical negligence and workers compensation matters. Applicants need to be available for at least 2 days per week for a minimum period of 3 months.
Possible employment opportunities at conclusion of placement.
Please send your curriculum vitae to fbellissimo@optusnet.com.au and advise how many days per week you are available, the period in months that you are able to undertake the placement and when you are able to start. We will then arrange interviews to a shortlist of applicants.
May 26, 2020
Part-time
Opportunity for PLT students to undertake a volunteer placement at a boutique law firm in the heart of Sydney. You will be participating in a team dealing with a variety of legal matters including some family law, criminal law, commercial law and specialising in personal injury law including motor accidents, public liability, medical negligence and workers compensation matters. Applicants need to be available for at least 2 days per week for a minimum period of 3 months.
Possible employment opportunities at conclusion of placement.
Please send your curriculum vitae to fbellissimo@optusnet.com.au and advise how many days per week you are available, the period in months that you are able to undertake the placement and when you are able to start. We will then arrange interviews to a shortlist of applicants.
Exciting Opportunity for a Volunteer PLT Student in a Busy Practice
Gowland Legal is a boutique law firm located in the Inner West, Dulwich Hill. The firm prides itself on caring for clients, for staff and high-quality legal work.
We are close to public transport and free parking.
Gowland Legal has a strong reputation in the legal community. We are active in the social justice areas of women’s issues, domestic violence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander rights and LGBTQ recognition.
The firm specialises in providing legal assistance to clients in the areas of: Family law, Wills and other Estate Documents, Probate, Estate Disputes, and Conveyancing.
PLT Position: Fulltime or Part-time
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic law student or graduate looking for voluntary work experience to complete their practical legal training.
We seek hardworking PLT Applicants to commence immediately.
We seek two applicants who are available between 2 to 4 days a week.
You will be mentored by our solicitors and your duties will include:
Various general office duties and taking phone calls;
Client interviewing;
Drafting affidavits and court documents;
Drafting correspondence;
Attending court and mediations;
File management;
Utilising LEAP software system;
Legal research;
Contribute content and assist in managing our social media and legal blog.
Of particular importance to your future legal career will be your involvement in the Gowland Awards. It is an event where all domestic violence front-line workers in the community and private sector are celebrated for all their efforts in domestic violence prevention. It will be an opportunity to network and attend this exclusive event.
Selection Criteria
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated in their CV:
Superior people skills;
A sound understanding of the issues particularly faced by women;
High levels of professional integrity;
A strong capacity to follow instructions;
A strong capacity to work independently;
Strong written & oral communication skills; and
An excellent ability to maintain confidentiality.
You must:
Have completed or be close to completing College of Law or its equivalent at a participating university;
Available at least 2 days a week; and
Undertake a minimum of 75 days of practical legal training at Gowland Legal.
May 26, 2020
Part-time
Exciting Opportunity for a Volunteer PLT Student in a Busy Practice
Gowland Legal is a boutique law firm located in the Inner West, Dulwich Hill. The firm prides itself on caring for clients, for staff and high-quality legal work.
We are close to public transport and free parking.
Gowland Legal has a strong reputation in the legal community. We are active in the social justice areas of women’s issues, domestic violence, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander rights and LGBTQ recognition.
The firm specialises in providing legal assistance to clients in the areas of: Family law, Wills and other Estate Documents, Probate, Estate Disputes, and Conveyancing.
PLT Position: Fulltime or Part-time
This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic law student or graduate looking for voluntary work experience to complete their practical legal training.
We seek hardworking PLT Applicants to commence immediately.
We seek two applicants who are available between 2 to 4 days a week.
You will be mentored by our solicitors and your duties will include:
Various general office duties and taking phone calls;
Client interviewing;
Drafting affidavits and court documents;
Drafting correspondence;
Attending court and mediations;
File management;
Utilising LEAP software system;
Legal research;
Contribute content and assist in managing our social media and legal blog.
Of particular importance to your future legal career will be your involvement in the Gowland Awards. It is an event where all domestic violence front-line workers in the community and private sector are celebrated for all their efforts in domestic violence prevention. It will be an opportunity to network and attend this exclusive event.
Selection Criteria
The ideal candidate will have demonstrated in their CV:
Superior people skills;
A sound understanding of the issues particularly faced by women;
High levels of professional integrity;
A strong capacity to follow instructions;
A strong capacity to work independently;
Strong written & oral communication skills; and
An excellent ability to maintain confidentiality.
You must:
Have completed or be close to completing College of Law or its equivalent at a participating university;
Available at least 2 days a week; and
Undertake a minimum of 75 days of practical legal training at Gowland Legal.
Apex Lawyers is a boutique law firm situated in Sydney CBD, specialising in Property and Commercial transactions.
We are now seeking Mandarin speaking students who wish to complete their Practical Legal Training on full-time basis, commencing immediately.
You will be working in fast paced environment under supervision, our team members are more than happy to assist you in your career development.
Successful candidates need to be punctual, reliable, have good time management skills and self-motivated.
Your duties may include but not limited to the followings:
File management
Drafting legal documents
Ordering searches
Data entry and document filing
General administration tasks
Legal research
In this role you will gain valuable experience while satisfying the practical experience requirements of The College of Law.
May 26, 2020
Full-time
Apex Lawyers is a boutique law firm situated in Sydney CBD, specialising in Property and Commercial transactions.
We are now seeking Mandarin speaking students who wish to complete their Practical Legal Training on full-time basis, commencing immediately.
You will be working in fast paced environment under supervision, our team members are more than happy to assist you in your career development.
Successful candidates need to be punctual, reliable, have good time management skills and self-motivated.
Your duties may include but not limited to the followings:
File management
Drafting legal documents
Ordering searches
Data entry and document filing
General administration tasks
Legal research
In this role you will gain valuable experience while satisfying the practical experience requirements of The College of Law.
As a PLT student at JusticeNet, you will receive legal training, supervision and valuable experience to set you up for your legal career. We are looking for students who are not only passionate about the law but who are interested in using their skills to improve access to justice for people facing disadvantage.
Due to Covid-19, PLT students at JusticeNet during 2020 may be remotely supervised. In that event, students will still have contact with their supervisor at least once during each allocated shift. Students may also be requested to attend JusticeNet’s offices for an in-person induction and on other occasions as agreed. Supervision arrangements will be confirmed with successful applicants prior to commencement.
Pro Bono Connect makes referrals to barristers and solicitors on behalf of individuals experiencing disadvantage and the organisations that support them. Pro Bono Connect assists clients with civil law issues, refugees and asylum seekers with judicial review matters and also coordinates our new Homeless Legal outreach service. Trainees will gain valuable experience working alongside experienced lawyers. Tasks may include:
intake of enquiries and providing supervised legal information to applicants
legal research, analysis and problem solving
maintaining accurate client information on our file management system
participating in referrals, which may include: liaising with volunteer barristers and solicitors, drafting correspondence, referral memoranda and counsel briefs
attending some client appointments and / or shadowing volunteer lawyers Pro Bono Connect is located in the Ligertwood Building, University of Adelaide.
JusticeNet’s Self-Representation Service provides legal advice and task-assistance to self-represented litigants in general federal law matters in Federal Courts. Trainees will gain practical experience interacting with clients and working with experienced solicitors and barristers. You will have the opportunity to do:
client intake and providing supervised legal information to clients
legal research, analysis and problem solving
maintaining accurate client information on our file management system
case work support including drafting case summaries, correspondence, court documents and briefs for volunteer lawyer
participating in some client appointments alongside lawyers The Self-Representation Service is located in the Federal Courts Building, Adelaide.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a College of Law PLT placement at JusticeNet you must be:
currently enrolled in a GDLP at the College of Law and eligible to commence the placement at the placement commencement date.
available at least 2 days a week over your placement period (length to be agreed, generally about a semester). Please note that PLT placements are unpaid.
Availability
JusticeNet will have two intakes in 2020 for College of Law PLT placements, with two placements available in each intake:
Round 1: N/A. Applications close: N/A. Placements commence: N/A
Round 2: Applications open: 6 April. Applications close: 30 June. Placements commence: 27 July
How to apply
Click here to apply using JusticeNet’s online application form.
Applicants will be required to upload their CV and academic transcript. Applications will be assessed on relevant skills and experience as well as a demonstrated interest in social justice and/or working with disadvantaged members of the community. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
May 26, 2020
Part-time
As a PLT student at JusticeNet, you will receive legal training, supervision and valuable experience to set you up for your legal career. We are looking for students who are not only passionate about the law but who are interested in using their skills to improve access to justice for people facing disadvantage.
Due to Covid-19, PLT students at JusticeNet during 2020 may be remotely supervised. In that event, students will still have contact with their supervisor at least once during each allocated shift. Students may also be requested to attend JusticeNet’s offices for an in-person induction and on other occasions as agreed. Supervision arrangements will be confirmed with successful applicants prior to commencement.
Pro Bono Connect makes referrals to barristers and solicitors on behalf of individuals experiencing disadvantage and the organisations that support them. Pro Bono Connect assists clients with civil law issues, refugees and asylum seekers with judicial review matters and also coordinates our new Homeless Legal outreach service. Trainees will gain valuable experience working alongside experienced lawyers. Tasks may include:
intake of enquiries and providing supervised legal information to applicants
legal research, analysis and problem solving
maintaining accurate client information on our file management system
participating in referrals, which may include: liaising with volunteer barristers and solicitors, drafting correspondence, referral memoranda and counsel briefs
attending some client appointments and / or shadowing volunteer lawyers Pro Bono Connect is located in the Ligertwood Building, University of Adelaide.
JusticeNet’s Self-Representation Service provides legal advice and task-assistance to self-represented litigants in general federal law matters in Federal Courts. Trainees will gain practical experience interacting with clients and working with experienced solicitors and barristers. You will have the opportunity to do:
client intake and providing supervised legal information to clients
legal research, analysis and problem solving
maintaining accurate client information on our file management system
case work support including drafting case summaries, correspondence, court documents and briefs for volunteer lawyer
participating in some client appointments alongside lawyers The Self-Representation Service is located in the Federal Courts Building, Adelaide.
Eligibility
To be eligible for a College of Law PLT placement at JusticeNet you must be:
currently enrolled in a GDLP at the College of Law and eligible to commence the placement at the placement commencement date.
available at least 2 days a week over your placement period (length to be agreed, generally about a semester). Please note that PLT placements are unpaid.
Availability
JusticeNet will have two intakes in 2020 for College of Law PLT placements, with two placements available in each intake:
Round 1: N/A. Applications close: N/A. Placements commence: N/A
Round 2: Applications open: 6 April. Applications close: 30 June. Placements commence: 27 July
How to apply
Click here to apply using JusticeNet’s online application form.
Applicants will be required to upload their CV and academic transcript. Applications will be assessed on relevant skills and experience as well as a demonstrated interest in social justice and/or working with disadvantaged members of the community. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.
Cooper Webb Lawyers is a boutique firm based in Perth. Our main areas of practice include tax, property, elder law, general commercial agreements and disputes. We have vacancies for students looking to complete their Practical Legal Training (PLT).
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following;
General assistance to solicitors with the conduct of their matters;
Data entry and electronic file management;
Court filing, collections and deliveries; and
Other tasks as directed.
The right candidates will have a strong attention to detail and can look forward to working in a progressive, rapidly growing business.
We would prefer applicants to commit to at least 3 days per week. We are flexible with arrangements based around your study schedule.
This is an unpaid position.
May 26, 2020
Part-time
Cooper Webb Lawyers is a boutique firm based in Perth. Our main areas of practice include tax, property, elder law, general commercial agreements and disputes. We have vacancies for students looking to complete their Practical Legal Training (PLT).
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following;
General assistance to solicitors with the conduct of their matters;
Data entry and electronic file management;
Court filing, collections and deliveries; and
Other tasks as directed.
The right candidates will have a strong attention to detail and can look forward to working in a progressive, rapidly growing business.
We would prefer applicants to commit to at least 3 days per week. We are flexible with arrangements based around your study schedule.
This is an unpaid position.
GREENFIELD LAWYERS is a boutique law firm specialising in criminal defence advice & litigation, based in Bankstown and regarded as the leading criminal defence lawyers in Sydney's southwest. We advise and appear in all criminal and traffic matters (from drink driving to homicide) and, to a limited extent, other related areas of law such as civil litigation against the police and regulatory matters.
We now have one (1) position available for an eligible student in their final year of law to undertake the Practical Legal Training component of their pre-admission requirements with us.
In this role, you will be exposed to all facets of a criminal defence practice, including:
Taking instructions from clients and interviewing witnesses - in office or at a correctional centre;
Liaising with external parties, such as the court, police, prosecutors, witnesses, barristers and other solicitors;
Legal research and analysis;
Drafting legal documents, such as briefs to counsel, subpoenas, written submissions, affidavits and witness statements;
Attending court with solicitors to assist or with barristers to instruct or assist them;
Appearing in in procedural or administrative proceedings (mentions); and
Other administrative and clerical duties.
To be successful, you will need to meet the following criteria:
A genuine interest in criminal and evidence law and court advocacy;
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Possess excellent research and problem-solving skills; and
Be available to start immediately and work on a full-time basis (Mon-Fri each week).
Prior experience in criminal law or law generally will assist, but is not necessary.
Please note this role is an unpaid fulltime volunteer position. However, all our solicitors are employed directly from the PLT pool, and as such there may well be a prospect of employment as a junior solicitor following the completion of your PLT placement.
To apply, please forward your CV and a brief cover letter to m oniqtran2014@gmail.com
May 26, 2020
Full-time
GREENFIELD LAWYERS is a boutique law firm specialising in criminal defence advice & litigation, based in Bankstown and regarded as the leading criminal defence lawyers in Sydney's southwest. We advise and appear in all criminal and traffic matters (from drink driving to homicide) and, to a limited extent, other related areas of law such as civil litigation against the police and regulatory matters.
We now have one (1) position available for an eligible student in their final year of law to undertake the Practical Legal Training component of their pre-admission requirements with us.
In this role, you will be exposed to all facets of a criminal defence practice, including:
Taking instructions from clients and interviewing witnesses - in office or at a correctional centre;
Liaising with external parties, such as the court, police, prosecutors, witnesses, barristers and other solicitors;
Legal research and analysis;
Drafting legal documents, such as briefs to counsel, subpoenas, written submissions, affidavits and witness statements;
Attending court with solicitors to assist or with barristers to instruct or assist them;
Appearing in in procedural or administrative proceedings (mentions); and
Other administrative and clerical duties.
To be successful, you will need to meet the following criteria:
A genuine interest in criminal and evidence law and court advocacy;
Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills;
Possess excellent research and problem-solving skills; and
Be available to start immediately and work on a full-time basis (Mon-Fri each week).
Prior experience in criminal law or law generally will assist, but is not necessary.
Please note this role is an unpaid fulltime volunteer position. However, all our solicitors are employed directly from the PLT pool, and as such there may well be a prospect of employment as a junior solicitor following the completion of your PLT placement.
To apply, please forward your CV and a brief cover letter to m oniqtran2014@gmail.com
Agape Henry Crux is an innovative law firm in Sydney CBD with exclusive practice in Immigration and Administrative Law. We are a collegiate team, passionate and results-driven. We pride ourselves in thinking outside the box, we embrace the use of technology and digital automatisation to assist our naturally lazy self.
We also have a young dynamic team promoting a fun working environment to enhance employee experience. We bring everyone closer together with regular social catch ups, PS4 and so much more. At Agape we position ourselves to be different to other firms in the industry, we keep our teams small to allow everyone to grow fast and provide opportunity to allow each and every one to step up making an impact in what we do. Our firm consists of 2 accredited specialists in immigration law (41 in NSW only), we are committed to our new talents and support the learning you need to grow.
The Position
We are currently offering the last intake of the year for work experience placement as a component of Practical Legal Training (PLT). Depending on each individual growth and development during your placement at Agape, we are open to discussing a career progression post the 14 weeks program. As there are limited immigration legal practitioners within this industry, we commence selecting our team carefully, putting particular emphasis on culture where the necessary skills are progressively groomed under a mentorship program. We advertised throughout the year as we are always opening doors to new talents and creating positions. To see a day in our lives, check out our Instagram page @agape_henry_crux
The ideal candidate should:
Recently completed/ final year law degree
Possess a strong interest in migration/administrative law
Be motivated, pro-active, can-do attitude
Have strong problem-solving skills
Display good organisation and time management skills
Ability to work independently and in a team
Making an application:
To learn more about this opportunity or to make an application, please send your CV with a cover letter to talent.acquisition@ahclawyers.com
May 26, 2020
Full-time
Agape Henry Crux is an innovative law firm in Sydney CBD with exclusive practice in Immigration and Administrative Law. We are a collegiate team, passionate and results-driven. We pride ourselves in thinking outside the box, we embrace the use of technology and digital automatisation to assist our naturally lazy self.
We also have a young dynamic team promoting a fun working environment to enhance employee experience. We bring everyone closer together with regular social catch ups, PS4 and so much more. At Agape we position ourselves to be different to other firms in the industry, we keep our teams small to allow everyone to grow fast and provide opportunity to allow each and every one to step up making an impact in what we do. Our firm consists of 2 accredited specialists in immigration law (41 in NSW only), we are committed to our new talents and support the learning you need to grow.
The Position
We are currently offering the last intake of the year for work experience placement as a component of Practical Legal Training (PLT). Depending on each individual growth and development during your placement at Agape, we are open to discussing a career progression post the 14 weeks program. As there are limited immigration legal practitioners within this industry, we commence selecting our team carefully, putting particular emphasis on culture where the necessary skills are progressively groomed under a mentorship program. We advertised throughout the year as we are always opening doors to new talents and creating positions. To see a day in our lives, check out our Instagram page @agape_henry_crux
The ideal candidate should:
Recently completed/ final year law degree
Possess a strong interest in migration/administrative law
Be motivated, pro-active, can-do attitude
Have strong problem-solving skills
Display good organisation and time management skills
Ability to work independently and in a team
Making an application:
To learn more about this opportunity or to make an application, please send your CV with a cover letter to talent.acquisition@ahclawyers.com
