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PLT STUDENT PLACEMENT

We are a boutique law firm in Sydney CBD, dealing in conveyancing, family law, wills & estates and general commercial work. We are seeking a PLT student volunteer (you must be enrolled in the PLT program) to assist with general administration within the office, provide legal support to the solicitors and assist in a range of practical tasks for a minimum of one day per week.  The successful candidate should be available to start immediately and must be available on Mondays and/or Fridays.  Please note that this is an unpaid position. Please note only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. How to Apply: Please do not telephone but send your resume, cover letter and LinkedIn profile by email to jacobc@fglaw.com.au

Potts Lawyers has established offices in the Gold Coast and Brisbane.  We are a Doyles Guide first tier private law firm, providing expert representation for criminal, drug, traffic and dispute resolution matters throughout Queensland.  Our team has more than 150 years of combined legal experience and a hard-won reputation earned in courtrooms throughout Queensland.  Our clients have confidence that we make a stand for them and our staff can have confidence they will be mentored and trained by highly skilled and experienced lawyers. A rare opportunity has arisen for a PLT Student to join the collaborative and passionate Litigation team at Potts Lawyers. Want to join our team? You will be highly motivated and passionate about litigation.  You are highly intelligent, intrinsically motivated to achieve exceptional results and produce quality work, and you are driven to deliver a high level of client service. This role will suit someone who wants to make their career in...

JOB DESCRIPTION Auyeung Hencent & Day Lawyers are currently seeking a self-motivated and diligent undergraduate/PLT student to join our corporate governance and commercial dispute resolution team on a voluntary part-time basis (minimum 2 days per week) at our firm. Working directly under the Partner and experienced solicitors in this team, you will gain invaluable experiences and insights into our day-to-day practice covering matters such as commercial litigation, business agreements, advice on corporate governance, business sales and purchases, franchising, property transactions, leasing and general commercial advice. Responsibilities: Conducting legal research Drafting legal documents and correspondence Liaising with relevant parties, departments and authorities Providing administrative assistance to solicitors To be a successful candidate, you will meet the following criteria: Be currently completing undergraduate law degree/Juris...

…ICLC is unlike any other place I’ve ever worked. All of the staff are so warm and welcoming and are incredibly generous with their time when it comes to the PLTs and volunteer students. … Every day at ICLC brings something different, but there is always a strong sense that the work you are doing is making a real difference to people’s lives – PLT student, 2020 The Inner City Legal Centre (ICLC) is looking for students to complete their practical legal training placement with us on a volunteer basis. This is an opportunity for students to experience legal practice and consider professional responsibilities in a vibrant and inclusive community legal setting. The position is unpaid, with a focus on your learning and development. We aim to prepare our students to commence a legal career. The PLT Program duties include meeting clients, taking instructions, and supporting solicitors to give legal advice. You will also be involved in casework, potentially including court...

SMB Law is a boutique litigation law firm located in Sydney CBD. The firm practices in commercial litigation and disputes, insolvency, commercial law, regulatory enforcement and criminal defence. We often act in large and complex matters that you would ordinarily only get experience with at larger firms.  At SMB Law we offer great opportunities to gain knowledge in various areas of law as well as offering a friendly environment for the candidate to grow. We are looking for an enthusiastic law graduate who is currently at College of Law and is looking to complete their Practical Legal Training component. The successful candidate will have: Excellent communication skills Excellent time management Strong work ethic Is a team player and is also able to work autonomously   Daily tasks will include: Drafting documents including affidavits, statement of claim, defence, legal correspondence  and letters of demands Client interaction General...

Justice Connect’s Homeless Law is Victoria’s specialist free legal service for people experiencing or at risk of homelessness. We are currently recruiting two part-time Practical Legal Training student (2-3 days per week), for a minimum of 50 days total, in our Melbourne office.   You’ve finished your degree, and you’re nearly ready to start your legal career, but there’s a final step: practical legal training.    With Justice Connect, you can do your training and make a real difference in people’s lives. Sharpen your skills while working to help people facing disadvantage and contribute to a cause you’re passionate about — access to justice.    It’s also a great way to meet new people, gain practical experiences, and develop career-related professional skills and networks with a respected and established legal charity.      Our Practical Legal Training (PLT) placements will provide you with practical and procedural legal experience and...

James & Jaramillo Legal is a young and energetic law firm specializing in Criminal Law, Family Law and Civil Rights. We are located in Sydney CBD area, and are looking for a passionate, driven and detail orientated student seeking to complete their practical legal training. Our ideal candidate understands our vision, has the same values as us and is eager to learn. We do not expect you to know everything, but we expect you are motivated and willing to take on feedback. We are looking for both a full-time and part-time law clerk. We find that the students gain more by undertaking the program on a full-time basis. Our promise to our students is that you will gain real life lawyering experience. You will gain the confidence in advocacy, case management, time management and networking with different stakeholders within the profession. Although is this an unpaid position, we are a growing firm. Therefore, there is potential for a full-time graduate position for the right...

This is a a fantastic opportunity for senior students or graduate lawyers to gain experience working with our barristers and solicitors. Although having some prior experience in one or two of the following areas would be preferred but is not essential. Family Law Criminal Law Restraining Orders Traffic Law What is essential is that you have strong academic results in both criminal and family law.  Your primary daily tasks might include legal research, administration, discovery, drafting court documents and correspondence, file management, photocopying and scanning, plus outside clerk duties. Our practice uses LEAP Legal software so the successful candidate should possess some prior knowledge in Legal Practice Software systems. Working on a part-time basis from our Perth office, this role would suit a proactive individual looking to launch their career with a unique firm that offers a great team approach, with exceptional client care. This is a...

About Us Hyde Park Lawyers is a firm based next to the Supreme Court of New South Wales. The firm's practice areas include Commercial Law, Property Law, Family Law, Criminal Defence, and Migration Law.  Job Role: We are currently seeking to employ a PLT student to assist the principal solicitor. This position is on a part time basis with a minimum requirement of working 3 days per week. About you Duties will include, but not limited to: Conducting legal research; Draft correspondences； Assisting in litigation matters; Assisting in conveyancing matters; Document and file management; Preparing documents for delivery, scanning and post; and Lodgement of documents at relevant governmental authorities. You must possess the following qualities: Good level of Mandarin is essential; Be punctual and have excellent attention to detail; Possess a can-do and proactive attitude; Be able to work...

About the role Mare Lawyers/Workwise invites applications from students wishing to complete their Practical Legal Training (PLT). The position is a part-time, unpaid voluntary placement. About Us We are a boutique, progressive Law Firm located in the Bunbury CBD, with exclusive practice in Employment and Commercial Law. We position ourselves to be different to other firms in the industry, and as we are a small law firm it allows us to provide the right applicant the opportunity to work one on one with our Legal Practitioners and Director. The ideal candidate should: Recently completed/final year law degree Be motivated, pro-active, and hardworking The ability to work independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and good organisational skills Proficiency in computer operations Have strong problem-solving skills Key Responsibilities: Working & training with the legal practitioner with exposure to a range of...

About Us We are a full-service law firm in Sydney CBD. We have extensive commercial relationships and business networks spanning across Asia which we utilise to provide first class outcomes for our international clientele.  We earnestly strive to resolve every client’s legal problems efficiently, carefully, and thoroughly. About the role ​Now we are currently seeking two candidates who wish to complete their PLT work experience placement. Successful applicants will be directly supervised by senior solicitors at the firm and have the opportunity to work on a variety of matters.  About you We are looking for ambitious, bright and motivated candidate who is/has: Undergoing or completed PLT  Previous property Conveyance backgrounds experience Key Responsibilities: Undertaking due diligence searches and reviewing documents. Researching and compiling articles on changes in law. Reviewing contracts and assisting in the drafting of contracts....

About Us Complete your work experience at West Coast Legal where you will be nurtured and exposed to all areas of Family law. We are a vibrant Family Law firm that prides itself in providing a personal caring service to our clients. Job Role We are offering an invaluable opportunity for a graduate to complete their PLT placement on a part or fulltime basis at our Perth City office. During the placement, you will be exposed to various elements of a law firm and will gain hands on experience and be personally mentored by an experienced Family Law practitioner. This position is unpaid and on a voluntary basis. About You Please apply if you are hard working, have an interest in Family Law and a desire to learn. Applicants with backgrounds in Marketing and Social Media are also strongly encouraged to apply. A recent comment from our PLT student: “ I wanted to again say thank you for giving me the opportunity to complete my placement at...

Reporting to the Principal, this role will see you supporting the legal team with the following roles and responsibilities:   ·         Keep detailed and accurate file notes and records of client interactions, referrals, and walk-in                    clients ·         Ensure all client appointments are made according to firm’s intake policies, assess eligibility (if                we   can act on that matter), check for conflicts, record appropriate information, provide correct                information and send follow-up confirmations ·         Welcome clients and refer people to appropriate solicitor as per their areas of practice when                      necessary ·         Assist in client file management, including scanning, photocopying and data entry ·         Assist staff in general administrative duties ·         Send correspondence to clients and organizations ·         Answer incoming calls, make client appointments...

A boutique taxation law firm based in Stones Corner is seeking a PLT/law student for a clerkship position. The position is a part time role of 2-3 days per week offering flexibility for days worked (with the potential to lead to a full time position). Work would encompass: Involvement in structuring, estate planning and superannuation files. Setting up of Companies, Trusts and Super Funds. Implementing restructures and structure changes. Corporate restructures. Trust restructures. Preparation of Wills and estate planning. Registration of transactions through government bodies including the titles office and Queensland Revenue Office. Preparation of objections and submissions to the Taxation Office and revenue authorities. Provision of advice. The applicant should have a demonstrated ability to multi-task and a good professional work ethic. Experience is not necessary. An interest in Taxation, Trusts, Superannuation and the law relating to investments...

About the company Rebus Legal is a busy boutique law firm specializing in Family, Criminal, Civil, Traffic, and Migration Law matters. We have worked hard to establish a great reputation, have a strong growing client base and we continue to expand. We currently have four available voluntary positions at our offices in Victoria Park for  PLT / Law Students looking to gain experience in furtherance of your law degree. The successful candidate will have: Direct access to experienced practitioners ensuring that you will work alongside the best in developing your interpersonal and professional skills and experience; Access to free parking onsite; Possible opportunity for ongoing employment, given the growth plan of the practice; Experience to gain a reference for any future employment applications. To be successful in this role you must: Have an excellent work ethic; Possess excellent written and verbal communication skills; Be able to work...

About the role You will be joining a dedicated and professional victims of crime team assisting applicants access the services and support available to them through VOCAT. The team is critical to ensure that victims are not denied the opportunity to obtain assistance with counselling, medical and other expenses related to injury and loss suffered as a result of the crime committed. This voluntary vocational work experience role provides training and exposure to key areas such as: client engagement file management briefing counsel drafting correspondence evidence preparation and; court procedures. Exposure to other areas of law such as personal injury, migration and debt recovery will also be available. About you Our clients are victims of violent crime. Applicants will need to be prepared to come alongside these people and help them navigate VOCAT as one small part of their recovery. You will need compassion, resilience and excellent administrative and...

Everyday Justice - Job description for a Practical Legal Training (PLT) intern Everyday Justice is a charitable law firm owned by Mills Oakley, one of Australia’s leading law firms.  Everyday Justice is dedicated to providing legal services to the ‘missing middle’ - people who need legal assistance but cannot obtain Legal Aid or access the legal system without incurring substantial financial hardship. Everyday Justice offers free legal services in a range of jurisdictions, stages of legal issues, and civil law areas, including employment law, tenancy, credit & debt, small business disputes, bankruptcy, financial abuse, fines & infringements, and human rights. Everyday Justice is committed to using innovative legal tech solutions to deliver these services as effectively and efficiently as possible.  More information about the firm can be found at https://everydayjustice.com.au Everyday Justice is proud to partner with The College of Law to create a holistic...

We are offering 75 days Practical Legal Training (PLT). Will suit an individual with a keen attention to detail and a strong passion to learn. Please note we predominantly work in the field of dispute resolution and litigation (court work). We are a law firm with huge growth potential so there may be a possibility the right individual may be offered a more permanent paid position upon completion of their PLT with us. To learn more about our law firm please visit our website www.bmslaw.com.au Please apply direct to Jay Mohan Singh at jay@bmslaw.com.au   Thank you.

Peerzada & Associates is an established legal practice in Auburn. We are looking for a PLT student to join our team. As a PLT student, you will be assisting our lawyers in their day-to-day operations in the areas of Civil Litigation, Criminal law, Family law, Conveyancing and Immigration law. The role also includes assisting in general office duties, file management, drafting documents and taking an initial interview with clients and following up with clients. You must have a positive attitude with the ability to work under pressure. Please note that this position is unpaid; however, for an ideal candidate, there may be a possibility for a junior lawyer position within the firm upon successful completion of the PLT. We are a multicultural law firm, and we believe in equal employment opportunity, therefore, we encourage candidates from all backgrounds d to apply. Please send your resume to admin@peerzada.com.au . Please also note that only shortlisted candidates...