7 jobs found in Melbourne

About the Role Associate to the Honourable Justice Gorton, Common Law Division Supreme Court of Victoria The Honourable Justice Gorton is seeking a legally qualified individual to serve as Associate, commencing in December 2026. Justice Gorton was appointed to the Supreme Court of Victoria in December 2020 and is currently sitting in the Court of Appeal. His Honour began his career as a barrister specialising in commercial law before transitioning into a common law trial and appellate practice. He has briefly sat in the Criminal Division and but will return to a predominantly Common Law focus in 2027. This role offers a unique opportunity to gain first-hand insight into the administration of justice within the State's highest trial court. The successful candidate will work closely with Justice Gorton, assisting in the preparation and management of cases, conducting legal research, and supporting the efficient operation of the Court. Duties include: Assisting with...

Grace Lawyers is a leading national law firm to the strata and community title and insurance industry. We specialise in the areas of dispute resolution, insurance, debt collection, building & construction, insolvency, corporate and commercial transactions/litigation, planning law and property law.  We are currently seeking to recruit an admitted Junior Lawyer to join our VIC practice as part of our growing litigation team. The successful candidate must be admitted (or about to be admitted) and have some litigation experience and knowledge of VIC Court practice and procedure. While not essential, it is favourable if the candidate has some litigation exposure in the areas of strata/property, insolvency, insurance, building & construction and general or commercial litigation. The following experience is required: Must be admitted (or about to be admitted; Have previous Law firm experience ideally in Litigation; Highly organised and able to manage multiple...

About her Honour The Honourable Justice Rowena Orr became the fourth President of the Court of Appeal on 29 September 2026, having served as a Court of Appeal judge from April 2024. Prior to her appointment to the Court of Appeal, her Honour served as the Solicitor-General for Victoria. Justice Orr practised as a barrister for more than two decades and as Senior Counsel for approximately ten years. As President of the Court of Appeal, her Honour presides over criminal and civil appeals and has the responsibility for ensuring the efficient conduct of the work of the Court of Appeal. About the Role President Orr is seeking a legally qualified individual to be one of her associates with an anticipated commencement date in early February 2027. The President's two associates assist in the discharge of her Honour's judicial and administrative responsibilities and the successful applicant will gain valuable experience in civil and criminal matters in the Court of Appeal....

Junior Solicitor/Paralegal part time ongoing (28 hours per week) To assist victims of crime to apply for compensation via the Financial Assistance Scheme and other legal work including infringements, tenancy, crime, family law, wills and administrative law as required.

Graduate – 2 year Post Admission Lawyer Position – Matthies Lawyers South Yarra Matthies Lawyers are looking for a passionate law graduate or junior lawyer (straight out of Leo Cuseen, or up to 2 years post admission experience) to join our supportive and inclusive team. Matthies Lawyers is a boutique firm specialising in Family Law and Wills and Estates. The successful candidate will thrive on helping their clients navigate the legal system to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients. About the role This full-time role offers a flexible and rewarding work environment, where you will have the opportunity to grow and develop as a valued member of a supportive and collaborative team. It will require you to: Manage your own matters and cases semi-autonomously, with the support and supervision of the firm’s principal; Work across a variety of different legal matters and manage multiple cases simultaneously in a range of areas of law; Under supervision, advise...

We are seeking a motivated lawyer with approximately 0–5 years post-admission experience to join our growing practice. Our primary focus is Family Law, with additional work in Wills & Estates and Conveyancing. The successful applicant will work closely with the Principal Solicitor and gain hands on experience across a broad range of matters, supported by ongoing guidance and mentoring. We pride ourselves on a supportive and collaborative team culture. Our office is welcoming and inclusive, and we encourage professional growth, initiative, and maintaining a positive and balanced working environment.

My Legal Lawyers | Melbourne, Victoria My Legal Lawyers is a growing legal practice based in Melbourne, currently practicing in Immigration, Commercial and Property Law. As part of our expansion, we are looking to establish a dedicated Family Law practice and are seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join us in a Family Law partnership arrangement. The Opportunity This is an opportunity for an experienced Family Lawyer to build and lead the Family Law practice of My Legal Lawyers , with the support of an existing legal practice and established business infrastructure. The successful practitioner will be expected to have the experience and capability to independently take carriage of Family Law matters from initial consultation through to finalisation, including negotiations, dispute resolution and court proceedings. What We Offer My Legal Lawyers will provide: Family Law client enquiries and leads; Established office facilities in Hallam,...