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Justice Connect
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
We currently have positions available to work with our specialist legal service Not-for-profit Law, based in our Sydney CBD office, commencing in July.
Not-for-profit Law provides free and low-cost legal assistance to not-for-profit community organisations around Australia.
As a PLT student within NFP Law, you will receive training and supervision and will gain experience in working with not-for-profit clients with a broad range of legal needs. You will have the opportunity to participate in:
taking instructions from clients (not-for-profit organisations)
assisting lawyers to assess enquiries for eligibility
drafting legal information resources, letters and referral documents
conducting legal research
referring matters to Justice Connect member law firms and barristers, and
assisting with the preparation of training materials and attending training sessions (where there are suitable training sessions running during the placement).
We are looking for applicants who:
have completed or are close to completing The College of Law Practical Legal Training program, or an equivalent program at another institution
can volunteer 3 or more days a week (applicants who can volunteer 2 days a week will also be considered), and
undertake a minimum of 60 days (preferable) of practical legal training at Justice Connect.
PLT placements at Justice Connect are unpaid positions.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.
Applications will be assessed on a demonstrated interest in, and commitment to, not-for-profit organisations and the community sector.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions will be open until filled.
To apply, please go to: https://www.justiceconnect.org.au/get-involved/practical-legal-training/apply-now
May 25, 2018
Part-time
We currently have positions available to work with our specialist legal service Not-for-profit Law, based in our Sydney CBD office, commencing in July.
Not-for-profit Law provides free and low-cost legal assistance to not-for-profit community organisations around Australia.
As a PLT student within NFP Law, you will receive training and supervision and will gain experience in working with not-for-profit clients with a broad range of legal needs. You will have the opportunity to participate in:
taking instructions from clients (not-for-profit organisations)
assisting lawyers to assess enquiries for eligibility
drafting legal information resources, letters and referral documents
conducting legal research
referring matters to Justice Connect member law firms and barristers, and
assisting with the preparation of training materials and attending training sessions (where there are suitable training sessions running during the placement).
We are looking for applicants who:
have completed or are close to completing The College of Law Practical Legal Training program, or an equivalent program at another institution
can volunteer 3 or more days a week (applicants who can volunteer 2 days a week will also be considered), and
undertake a minimum of 60 days (preferable) of practical legal training at Justice Connect.
PLT placements at Justice Connect are unpaid positions.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.
Applications will be assessed on a demonstrated interest in, and commitment to, not-for-profit organisations and the community sector.
Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions will be open until filled.
To apply, please go to: https://www.justiceconnect.org.au/get-involved/practical-legal-training/apply-now
Justice Connect’s Public Interest Law in Melbourne is currently looking for a Practice Legal Trainee* (PLT) to start as soon as possible, minimum days 50 total, minimum 3 days per week.
The Public interest Law team makes referrals to barristers and solicitors on behalf of individuals experiencing disadvantage. PLT students are a vital part of our work. Successful applicants will gain valuable and practical generalist experience working alongside experienced lawyers and barristers in the pursuit of social justice.
Some of the tasks that Public Interest Law PLTs undertake include:
Taking instructions from potential clients who are vulnerable
Managing intake of new telephone enquiries via the professional hotline
File management: maintaining accurate client information
Providing supervised legal information to clients
Involvement in current and potential Public Interest Law projects, which may include researching of particular issues, preparing fact sheets, participating in discussions.
Legal research, analysis and problem solving
Participate in making referrals which may include; liaising with barristers and lawyers, preparing referral memos and delivering briefs to counsel chambers.
To be eligible for this position, you must:
Have completed your law degree
Be currently completing your Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (through College of law or an equivalent institution)
Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect
Lawyers will not be considered
*Please note that PLT positions are unpaid*
The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the Melbourne CBD.
As a PLT student with this service, you will develop practical and procedural legal experience and skills across various practice areas. Applications will be assessed on a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-forprofit organisations and the community sector.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.
May 25, 2018
Part-time
Justice Connect’s Public Interest Law in Melbourne is currently looking for a Practice Legal Trainee* (PLT) to start as soon as possible, minimum days 50 total, minimum 3 days per week.
The Public interest Law team makes referrals to barristers and solicitors on behalf of individuals experiencing disadvantage. PLT students are a vital part of our work. Successful applicants will gain valuable and practical generalist experience working alongside experienced lawyers and barristers in the pursuit of social justice.
Some of the tasks that Public Interest Law PLTs undertake include:
Taking instructions from potential clients who are vulnerable
Managing intake of new telephone enquiries via the professional hotline
File management: maintaining accurate client information
Providing supervised legal information to clients
Involvement in current and potential Public Interest Law projects, which may include researching of particular issues, preparing fact sheets, participating in discussions.
Legal research, analysis and problem solving
Participate in making referrals which may include; liaising with barristers and lawyers, preparing referral memos and delivering briefs to counsel chambers.
To be eligible for this position, you must:
Have completed your law degree
Be currently completing your Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice (through College of law or an equivalent institution)
Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect
Lawyers will not be considered
*Please note that PLT positions are unpaid*
The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the Melbourne CBD.
As a PLT student with this service, you will develop practical and procedural legal experience and skills across various practice areas. Applications will be assessed on a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-forprofit organisations and the community sector.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply.
Our Melbourne office is currently recruiting PLT students to work with our Homeless Law and Seniors Law Service. PLT students receive on-the-job legal training and supervision, providing valuable experience to set you up for your legal career.
We are recruiting for PLT students in 2018 and on an ongoing basis. Starting dates will vary. Working a minimum of 3 days per week, for a minimum of 50 days. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Homeless Law and Seniors Law are two dynamic legal teams at Justice Connect delivering access to justice through pro bono. Homeless Law provides legal assistance to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, specialising in tenancy, infringements, guardianship and administration law and credit and debt. Seniors Law is a legal service for older Victorians, specialising in elder abuse and other legal issues associated with ageing.
Through the PLT placement, you will have the opportunity to participate in:
Intake of new telephone enquiries;
taking instructions and communicating with clients;
assessing matters for clinic appointments and drafting letters;
file management: inputting and maintaining accurate client information and communications;
delivering supervised legal information to clients;
supporting the work of the lawyers (internal and secondee lawyers) by communicating with lawyers, case workers and court and tribunal staff, and drafting correspondence and referral memoranda;
legal research, analysis and problem solving; and
team meetings.
Applications will be assessed on relevant skills and experience 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.
The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the Melbourne CBD. This is an unpaid position.
You must:
Be enrolled in, or have completed College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Be able to work at least 3 days a week; and
Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect.
For information on what to expect from your placement, please go to www.justiceconnect.org.au/getinvolved/practical-legal-training-placements .
How to Apply:
Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a cover letter and CV.
Please ensure your cover letter includes:
· your available start date, your preferred days, how many days placement you can commit to and the details of your GDLP provider.
Applications should be emailed to plt.recruitment@justiceconnect.org.au as a single Word or PDF file including “PLT Application – Homeless Law & Seniors Law” in the email subject line.
May 25, 2018
Part-time
Our Melbourne office is currently recruiting PLT students to work with our Homeless Law and Seniors Law Service. PLT students receive on-the-job legal training and supervision, providing valuable experience to set you up for your legal career.
We are recruiting for PLT students in 2018 and on an ongoing basis. Starting dates will vary. Working a minimum of 3 days per week, for a minimum of 50 days. Applications will be considered on a rolling basis.
Homeless Law and Seniors Law are two dynamic legal teams at Justice Connect delivering access to justice through pro bono. Homeless Law provides legal assistance to people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, specialising in tenancy, infringements, guardianship and administration law and credit and debt. Seniors Law is a legal service for older Victorians, specialising in elder abuse and other legal issues associated with ageing.
Through the PLT placement, you will have the opportunity to participate in:
Intake of new telephone enquiries;
taking instructions and communicating with clients;
assessing matters for clinic appointments and drafting letters;
file management: inputting and maintaining accurate client information and communications;
delivering supervised legal information to clients;
supporting the work of the lawyers (internal and secondee lawyers) by communicating with lawyers, case workers and court and tribunal staff, and drafting correspondence and referral memoranda;
legal research, analysis and problem solving; and
team meetings.
Applications will be assessed on relevant skills and experience 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.
The Justice Connect Melbourne office is located in the Melbourne CBD. This is an unpaid position.
You must:
Be enrolled in, or have completed College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Be able to work at least 3 days a week; and
Undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect.
For information on what to expect from your placement, please go to www.justiceconnect.org.au/getinvolved/practical-legal-training-placements .
How to Apply:
Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a cover letter and CV.
Please ensure your cover letter includes:
· your available start date, your preferred days, how many days placement you can commit to and the details of your GDLP provider.
Applications should be emailed to plt.recruitment@justiceconnect.org.au as a single Word or PDF file including “PLT Application – Homeless Law & Seniors Law” in the email subject line.
Justice Connect is a community legal centre, delivering access to justice through pro bono to people experiencing disadvantage and the community organisations that support them. We currently have positions available to work with our specialist legal service Not-for-profit Law, based in our Melbourne office, 3 days per week (negotiable), starting in June 2018 (start date flexible).
Not-for-profit Law provides free and low-cost legal assistance to not-for-profit community organisations around Australia. As a PLT student within NFP Law, you will receive training and supervision and will gain experience in working with not-for-profit clients with a broad range of legal needs. You will have the opportunity to participate in:
taking instructions from clients (not-for-profit organisations);
legal research and the preparation of materials for the NFP website;
assisting the lawyers to assess enquiries for eligibility;
drafting advice and referral documents; and
assisting with the preparation of training materials and attending training sessions (where there are suitable training sessions running during the placement).
Applications will be assessed on a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector. Justice Connect’s office is located in the Melbourne CBD.
This is an unpaid position.
We are looking for applicants who:
have commenced or completed College of Law’s Practical Legal Training program, or an equivalent program at another institution;
can volunteer 3 days a week (applicants who can work 2 days a week will also be considered); and
can undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect (preferable).
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions will be open until filled.
For information on how to apply and what to expect from your placement, please go to www.justiceconnect.org.au/get-involved/practical-legal-training-placements.
How to Apply:
Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a cover letter and CV.
Please ensure your cover letter includes:
· your available start date, your preferred days, the details of your GDLP provider and any relevant experience.
Applications should be emailed to plt.recruitment@justiceconnect.org.au as a single Word or PDF file including “PLT Application - Not for Profit Law Service - Melbourne” in the email subject line.
May 22, 2018
Part-time
Justice Connect is a community legal centre, delivering access to justice through pro bono to people experiencing disadvantage and the community organisations that support them. We currently have positions available to work with our specialist legal service Not-for-profit Law, based in our Melbourne office, 3 days per week (negotiable), starting in June 2018 (start date flexible).
Not-for-profit Law provides free and low-cost legal assistance to not-for-profit community organisations around Australia. As a PLT student within NFP Law, you will receive training and supervision and will gain experience in working with not-for-profit clients with a broad range of legal needs. You will have the opportunity to participate in:
taking instructions from clients (not-for-profit organisations);
legal research and the preparation of materials for the NFP website;
assisting the lawyers to assess enquiries for eligibility;
drafting advice and referral documents; and
assisting with the preparation of training materials and attending training sessions (where there are suitable training sessions running during the placement).
Applications will be assessed on a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector. Justice Connect’s office is located in the Melbourne CBD.
This is an unpaid position.
We are looking for applicants who:
have commenced or completed College of Law’s Practical Legal Training program, or an equivalent program at another institution;
can volunteer 3 days a week (applicants who can work 2 days a week will also be considered); and
can undertake a minimum of 50 days of practical legal training at Justice Connect (preferable).
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are highly encouraged to apply. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis and the positions will be open until filled.
For information on how to apply and what to expect from your placement, please go to www.justiceconnect.org.au/get-involved/practical-legal-training-placements.
How to Apply:
Applications should comprise of a single Word or PDF document including; a cover letter and CV.
Please ensure your cover letter includes:
· your available start date, your preferred days, the details of your GDLP provider and any relevant experience.
Applications should be emailed to plt.recruitment@justiceconnect.org.au as a single Word or PDF file including “PLT Application - Not for Profit Law Service - Melbourne” in the email subject line.
Mental Health Law Centre
Subiaco, Western Australia, Australia
Volunteer PLT paralegal opportunity
Minimum three days per week: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: Mental Health Law Centre, 255 Hay St, Subiaco, WA
Mental Health Law Centre (WA) is a specialist community legal centre. We provide legal assistance to people with mental illnesses, which illnesses are causally related to their legal issues. We specialise in mental health advocacy at the Mental Health Tribunal, criminal defence work at courts, and human rights advocacy on guardianship and administration matters at the State Administrative Tribunal. Periodically, we recruit suitably qualified law graduates as volunteer PLT paralegals. Our paralegals perform crucial tasks. Most of your work will involve direct client and stakeholder contact through our telephone advice line; however you will also undertake legal research; drafting of advice, documents and submissions subject to lawyers’ supervision; casework file administration and client interviews. You will work closely with our lawyers and with each other.
Criteria
You will be a recent law graduate, undertaking a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and able to commit to a minimum of three (3) work days per week for the purpose of your PLT requirements.
Experience in legal and/or customer service industries is preferable but not essential.
Expectations and culture
Before you apply, please be aware of our expectations and culture:
We have high standards of both attitude and aptitude. You must come with an excellent work ethic. And you must have strong written and oral communication skills plus strong legal research skills;
We take pride in our work, and “own” our work as a collective;
If shortlisted, you will be required to attend a one-hour interview with the Principal Legal Officer; and
If you accept an offer, you will be required to attend a two-day induction at our offices.
How it will benefit you
Our graduate paralegals:
Gain practical experience in applying the law to our clients’ legal issues;
Develop their communication skills through dealing with people who have complex needs;
Develop advocacy skills through working closely with our lawyers on their casefile work;
May undertake direct advocacy work through representing clients at Tribunal hearings; and
May have enhanced career-oriented skills.
Application
To apply, please submit a cover letter with your resume and complete academic transcript to office@mhlcwa.org.au . Please also include your availability throughout the work week. Please note we usually respond to shortlisted applicants only.
Thank you for your interest. For more information, please visit www.mhlcwa.org.au/
May 16, 2018
Part-time
Volunteer PLT paralegal opportunity
Minimum three days per week: 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM
Location: Mental Health Law Centre, 255 Hay St, Subiaco, WA
Mental Health Law Centre (WA) is a specialist community legal centre. We provide legal assistance to people with mental illnesses, which illnesses are causally related to their legal issues. We specialise in mental health advocacy at the Mental Health Tribunal, criminal defence work at courts, and human rights advocacy on guardianship and administration matters at the State Administrative Tribunal. Periodically, we recruit suitably qualified law graduates as volunteer PLT paralegals. Our paralegals perform crucial tasks. Most of your work will involve direct client and stakeholder contact through our telephone advice line; however you will also undertake legal research; drafting of advice, documents and submissions subject to lawyers’ supervision; casework file administration and client interviews. You will work closely with our lawyers and with each other.
Criteria
You will be a recent law graduate, undertaking a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice and able to commit to a minimum of three (3) work days per week for the purpose of your PLT requirements.
Experience in legal and/or customer service industries is preferable but not essential.
Expectations and culture
Before you apply, please be aware of our expectations and culture:
We have high standards of both attitude and aptitude. You must come with an excellent work ethic. And you must have strong written and oral communication skills plus strong legal research skills;
We take pride in our work, and “own” our work as a collective;
If shortlisted, you will be required to attend a one-hour interview with the Principal Legal Officer; and
If you accept an offer, you will be required to attend a two-day induction at our offices.
How it will benefit you
Our graduate paralegals:
Gain practical experience in applying the law to our clients’ legal issues;
Develop their communication skills through dealing with people who have complex needs;
Develop advocacy skills through working closely with our lawyers on their casefile work;
May undertake direct advocacy work through representing clients at Tribunal hearings; and
May have enhanced career-oriented skills.
Application
To apply, please submit a cover letter with your resume and complete academic transcript to office@mhlcwa.org.au . Please also include your availability throughout the work week. Please note we usually respond to shortlisted applicants only.
Thank you for your interest. For more information, please visit www.mhlcwa.org.au/
Central Coast Community Legal Centre
Wyong NSW, Australia
Central Coast Community Legal Centre (CCCLC) is seeking full-time or 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.
You must:
Have completed or be close to completing College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Ideally be able to work at least 2 days a week and
Attend a compulsory two-day General Orientation and Intake Training.
Scheduled 2018 orientation dates are:
30 th April and 1 st May 2018
2 nd July and 3 rd July 2018
3 rd and 4 th September 2018
5 th and 6 th November 2018
Applications aimed for particular orientation dates should be submitted at least three weeks prior. 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 45 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 homeless people at Coast Shelter in Gosford; to disadvantaged people at Toukley Neighbourhood Centre and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders at Mingaletta at Umina. We advise unrepresented litigants in Traffic and AVO matters at Wyong Local Court and operate a Children’s Court Assistance Scheme at Wyong, Woy Woy and Broadmeadow Children’s Courts.
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
Apr 06, 2018
Part-time
Central Coast Community Legal Centre (CCCLC) is seeking full-time or 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.
You must:
Have completed or be close to completing College of Law, or its equivalent at a participating university;
Ideally be able to work at least 2 days a week and
Attend a compulsory two-day General Orientation and Intake Training.
Scheduled 2018 orientation dates are:
30 th April and 1 st May 2018
2 nd July and 3 rd July 2018
3 rd and 4 th September 2018
5 th and 6 th November 2018
Applications aimed for particular orientation dates should be submitted at least three weeks prior. 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 45 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 homeless people at Coast Shelter in Gosford; to disadvantaged people at Toukley Neighbourhood Centre and to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders at Mingaletta at Umina. We advise unrepresented litigants in Traffic and AVO matters at Wyong Local Court and operate a Children’s Court Assistance Scheme at Wyong, Woy Woy and Broadmeadow Children’s Courts.
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
Refugee Advice and Casework Service (RACS)
Randwick, New South Wales, Australia
The Refugee Advice and Casework Service (RACS) seeks a dedicated person to join its team of committed human rights lawyers as a Practical Legal Trainee (students who hold a law degree and who are undertaking a course for practical admission as a lawyer). There are multiple positions available in our Randwick office, our Outreach Service offices.
Responsibilities include research, drafting statements, observing and assisting with client appointments, accompanying lawyers to client meetings and DIBP interviews and various other administrative and legal tasks. You will receive on-the-job training and supervision.
You will have had previous volunteer experience and be able to demonstrate a commitment to human rights and social justice, an understanding of the issues that affect asylum seekers, and a capacity to problem-solve. You will have administrative and organisational experience, and have the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders in a confident and a respectful manner. You will also need initiative and a sense of humour.
These are unpaid positions.
About RACS: RACS is an independent community legal centre with a vision of a world where asylum seekers and refugees who seek Australia's protection are able to live their lives with dignity, security, family unity and freedom.
RACS provides free, specialist legal services for asylum seekers and refugees. Through individual advice sessions, community education and public advocacy, RACS strives to ensure that individuals and families at risk of persecution gain access to equal and fair representation before the law.
Requirements: You must be enrolled in, or about to enrol in, College of Law. It would be preferable if you are available to work a minimum of 3 or 4 days per week. We have a required minimum of 60 days.
Application Procedure: To apply, please email a cover letter setting out your interest in working at RACS and your suitability for the role, along with a current resume to jawatt@collaw.edu.au . Please include how many days per week you can commit to and when you are available to start. Please note shortlisted candidates may also be required to attend an interview.
Dec 12, 2017
Part-time
The Refugee Advice and Casework Service (RACS) seeks a dedicated person to join its team of committed human rights lawyers as a Practical Legal Trainee (students who hold a law degree and who are undertaking a course for practical admission as a lawyer). There are multiple positions available in our Randwick office, our Outreach Service offices.
Responsibilities include research, drafting statements, observing and assisting with client appointments, accompanying lawyers to client meetings and DIBP interviews and various other administrative and legal tasks. You will receive on-the-job training and supervision.
You will have had previous volunteer experience and be able to demonstrate a commitment to human rights and social justice, an understanding of the issues that affect asylum seekers, and a capacity to problem-solve. You will have administrative and organisational experience, and have the ability to communicate with a wide range of stakeholders in a confident and a respectful manner. You will also need initiative and a sense of humour.
These are unpaid positions.
About RACS: RACS is an independent community legal centre with a vision of a world where asylum seekers and refugees who seek Australia's protection are able to live their lives with dignity, security, family unity and freedom.
RACS provides free, specialist legal services for asylum seekers and refugees. Through individual advice sessions, community education and public advocacy, RACS strives to ensure that individuals and families at risk of persecution gain access to equal and fair representation before the law.
Requirements: You must be enrolled in, or about to enrol in, College of Law. It would be preferable if you are available to work a minimum of 3 or 4 days per week. We have a required minimum of 60 days.
Application Procedure: To apply, please email a cover letter setting out your interest in working at RACS and your suitability for the role, along with a current resume to jawatt@collaw.edu.au . Please include how many days per week you can commit to and when you are available to start. Please note shortlisted candidates may also be required to attend an interview.
This is an opportunity for PLT students to undertake a placement at our 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 and commercial law and specializing in property law.
Responsibilities include assisting our solicitors with:
Legal research;
Drafting emails, submissions and court documents;
Preparing costs agreements and disclosures;
Preparing and reviewing contracts for sale as well as other conveyancing matters.
The successful applicant will possess:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
A keen attention to detail;
Effective organisational and time management skills;
Excellent interpersonal skills, a customer service orientated mindset and strong relationship building capabilities;
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with pressure to deliver work to high standards and tight deadlines;
Fluency in Mandarin or Cantonese is not essential but will be highly regarded.
Interested candidates may send their CVto stella.song@revolancelegal.com
May 25, 2018
Part-time
This is an opportunity for PLT students to undertake a placement at our 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 and commercial law and specializing in property law.
Responsibilities include assisting our solicitors with:
Legal research;
Drafting emails, submissions and court documents;
Preparing costs agreements and disclosures;
Preparing and reviewing contracts for sale as well as other conveyancing matters.
The successful applicant will possess:
Excellent written and verbal communication skills;
A keen attention to detail;
Effective organisational and time management skills;
Excellent interpersonal skills, a customer service orientated mindset and strong relationship building capabilities;
Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment with pressure to deliver work to high standards and tight deadlines;
Fluency in Mandarin or Cantonese is not essential but will be highly regarded.
Interested candidates may send their CVto stella.song@revolancelegal.com
Position Description
AHL Legal is looking for entry-level Lawyers and PLT students with strong interests to work in our busy and expanding firm in Sydney CBD, Campsie or Burwood Office.
We have been providing PLT opportunities to countless law graduates who intended to seek admission to practice in Australia in our multi-located offices.
The role
You will be part of a team that assists senior lawyers to provide a full range of services across a number of areas of the law, including:
Litigation
Commercial General
Family
Criminal
Immigration
Property
In AHL Legal, the largest Chinese practice in Australia, successful candidates may have greater opportunities to assist Senior Solicitors in Supreme Court litigation cases and gain cross-border legal service experiences.
Duties will include, but not limited to:
Prepare applications, affidavits, statements and other types of Court documentation;
Conducting legal research;
Handling legal documentation, file administration and tracking;
Assisting Solicitors to liaise with clients and other professionals;
To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate the following:
Business professional fluency in Chinese at minimum
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with sound attention to detail
Outstanding time management skills
Ability to work well within a team and autonomously
Be comfortable liaising and building relationships with customers
On Offer
This is an opportunity for the right candidate to develop key legal and professional skills and build a springboard to a career in the legal profession.
Allowances applied for your travel and lunch costs.
To apply/More Information
Please forward your resume and a one-page cover letter to hr@ahllegal.com
All telephone enquiries to Human Resources on 02 9267 6060.
For more information about AHL Legal, visit: www.ahllegal.com
May 25, 2018
Part-time
Position Description
AHL Legal is looking for entry-level Lawyers and PLT students with strong interests to work in our busy and expanding firm in Sydney CBD, Campsie or Burwood Office.
We have been providing PLT opportunities to countless law graduates who intended to seek admission to practice in Australia in our multi-located offices.
The role
You will be part of a team that assists senior lawyers to provide a full range of services across a number of areas of the law, including:
Litigation
Commercial General
Family
Criminal
Immigration
Property
In AHL Legal, the largest Chinese practice in Australia, successful candidates may have greater opportunities to assist Senior Solicitors in Supreme Court litigation cases and gain cross-border legal service experiences.
Duties will include, but not limited to:
Prepare applications, affidavits, statements and other types of Court documentation;
Conducting legal research;
Handling legal documentation, file administration and tracking;
Assisting Solicitors to liaise with clients and other professionals;
To be successful in this role you will be able to demonstrate the following:
Business professional fluency in Chinese at minimum
Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with sound attention to detail
Outstanding time management skills
Ability to work well within a team and autonomously
Be comfortable liaising and building relationships with customers
On Offer
This is an opportunity for the right candidate to develop key legal and professional skills and build a springboard to a career in the legal profession.
Allowances applied for your travel and lunch costs.
To apply/More Information
Please forward your resume and a one-page cover letter to hr@ahllegal.com
All telephone enquiries to Human Resources on 02 9267 6060.
For more information about AHL Legal, visit: www.ahllegal.com
WB Legal Pty Ltd is currently recruiting a PLT student for a Sydney-based law firm. This well-established firm has built a solid reputation and provides a wide variety of legal services to both domestic and overseas clients. Mandarin speaker is preferable but not mandatory.
May 25, 2018
Full-time
WB Legal Pty Ltd is currently recruiting a PLT student for a Sydney-based law firm. This well-established firm has built a solid reputation and provides a wide variety of legal services to both domestic and overseas clients. Mandarin speaker is preferable but not mandatory.
Laurie Watling Solicitor
Caboolture QLD, Australia
Laurie Watling Solicitor is looking for a hard working and enthusiastic Law student/ PLT, who seeks to obtain unpaid practical experience in the area of Criminal Law. The team is small, the work is highly interesting and the lawyers are friendly.
Duties include:
Legal research;
Court attendance (mentions and assisting counsel);
Filing Court documents;
Liaising with clients and Counsel;
General administrative duties.
Selection Criteria:
Excellent analytical and research skills;
Be a quick learner; and
Ability to work in a team environment
The successful candidates will possess:
Strong legal research and analytical skills;
Excellent organisational skills; and
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
You can work around your study timetable but we are asking for someone to commit to two set days each week so we can ensure there is plenty of interesting work for you to do and time for feedback.
Please send a cover letter, resume, include your Uni transcript (we aren't necessarily looking for honours but we'd love to see evidence of enthusiasm for the law). Email it to james@lwatling.com.au
May 25, 2018
Part-time
Laurie Watling Solicitor is looking for a hard working and enthusiastic Law student/ PLT, who seeks to obtain unpaid practical experience in the area of Criminal Law. The team is small, the work is highly interesting and the lawyers are friendly.
Duties include:
Legal research;
Court attendance (mentions and assisting counsel);
Filing Court documents;
Liaising with clients and Counsel;
General administrative duties.
Selection Criteria:
Excellent analytical and research skills;
Be a quick learner; and
Ability to work in a team environment
The successful candidates will possess:
Strong legal research and analytical skills;
Excellent organisational skills; and
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
You can work around your study timetable but we are asking for someone to commit to two set days each week so we can ensure there is plenty of interesting work for you to do and time for feedback.
Please send a cover letter, resume, include your Uni transcript (we aren't necessarily looking for honours but we'd love to see evidence of enthusiasm for the law). Email it to james@lwatling.com.au
The Firm
We are a boutique law firm with extensive practice in property, commercial and development.
We act for clients on a wide range of property development projects as well as advising on related commercial matters.
The Position
This is a paid solicitor position, unless the candidate is for volunteer PLT placement in which case formal employment may be offered after admission.
Apart from property development, the works will also involve individual conveyancing.
The Candidate
excellent academic results (especially if you are a PLT student)
able to handle individual conveyancing matters from start to completion independently;
a working knowledge on property development matters;
advanced drafting skills – able to quickly and accurately complete commonly used agreements (with the assistance of precedent), and to develop precedents for the less commonly seen;
strong attention to detail;
ability to speak mandarin a benefit but not essential
Application to be made via email to denis.zhou@aushinelawyers.com by 31 May 2018 with a copy of academic transcript.
May 24, 2018
Contract
The Firm
We are a boutique law firm with extensive practice in property, commercial and development.
We act for clients on a wide range of property development projects as well as advising on related commercial matters.
The Position
This is a paid solicitor position, unless the candidate is for volunteer PLT placement in which case formal employment may be offered after admission.
Apart from property development, the works will also involve individual conveyancing.
The Candidate
excellent academic results (especially if you are a PLT student)
able to handle individual conveyancing matters from start to completion independently;
a working knowledge on property development matters;
advanced drafting skills – able to quickly and accurately complete commonly used agreements (with the assistance of precedent), and to develop precedents for the less commonly seen;
strong attention to detail;
ability to speak mandarin a benefit but not essential
Application to be made via email to denis.zhou@aushinelawyers.com by 31 May 2018 with a copy of academic transcript.
Final year law student or law graduate needing to satisfy their Practical Legal Training (PLT) requirements on a voluntary part-time (2-3 days per week) basis.
In compliance with PLT requirements, your work experience will include:
application of legal knowledge and skills to the resolution of real-life legal problems;
experience of procedures and dynamics commonly found in offices in which legal services are provided;
experience in the process of becoming a professional practitioner of the law including:
significant contact with clients;
drafting documents;
legal research; and
using a file management system.
You will work closely with the Shire Legal team in all areas of the law - business, litigation, property and wills/estates.
Your experience may include:
Drafting court documents and correspondence;
Assisting solicitors at Court attendances;
Assisting solicitors with client conferences;
File management and preparation of briefs for hearing;
Preparation of contracts and agreements;
Reviewing documents;
Undertaking legal research;
Drafting articles; and
General administrative tasks.
The successful candidate will have:
Superior people skills
High levels of professional integrity
The ability to manage time effectively
Brilliant written and oral communication skills
The ability to follow instructions and work independently
Immediate start available. If you wish to be considered, please email your covering letter and CV to info@shirelegal.com.au
May 24, 2018
Part-time
Final year law student or law graduate needing to satisfy their Practical Legal Training (PLT) requirements on a voluntary part-time (2-3 days per week) basis.
In compliance with PLT requirements, your work experience will include:
application of legal knowledge and skills to the resolution of real-life legal problems;
experience of procedures and dynamics commonly found in offices in which legal services are provided;
experience in the process of becoming a professional practitioner of the law including:
significant contact with clients;
drafting documents;
legal research; and
using a file management system.
You will work closely with the Shire Legal team in all areas of the law - business, litigation, property and wills/estates.
Your experience may include:
Drafting court documents and correspondence;
Assisting solicitors at Court attendances;
Assisting solicitors with client conferences;
File management and preparation of briefs for hearing;
Preparation of contracts and agreements;
Reviewing documents;
Undertaking legal research;
Drafting articles; and
General administrative tasks.
The successful candidate will have:
Superior people skills
High levels of professional integrity
The ability to manage time effectively
Brilliant written and oral communication skills
The ability to follow instructions and work independently
Immediate start available. If you wish to be considered, please email your covering letter and CV to info@shirelegal.com.au
Criminal Law Group is a boutique law firm in the heart of Liverpool specialising in Criminal Law.
We are seeking a PLT Candidate to complete the work experience component of the PLT program.
The full-time placement is unpaid and available immediately with potential employment opportunity as a junior solicitor after admission.
If you are interested in challenging tasks, working in fast pace while learning new skills, then this is the position for you!
Job tasks and responsibilities will include
Appear in Court.
Instruct Counsel in various types of matters in a range of jurisdictions. including Local Courts, District Courts and Supreme Court.
Travel to and from various Courts
Liaise with various members of the profession as well as clients and others on a regular basis.
Conference clients
Legal research.
Summarise and prepare briefs.
Skills and experience
Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
Work well under pressure
Attention to detail
Be organised and able to maintain professionalism
Ability to maintain tidy files
May 23, 2018
Full-time
Criminal Law Group is a boutique law firm in the heart of Liverpool specialising in Criminal Law.
We are seeking a PLT Candidate to complete the work experience component of the PLT program.
The full-time placement is unpaid and available immediately with potential employment opportunity as a junior solicitor after admission.
If you are interested in challenging tasks, working in fast pace while learning new skills, then this is the position for you!
Job tasks and responsibilities will include
Appear in Court.
Instruct Counsel in various types of matters in a range of jurisdictions. including Local Courts, District Courts and Supreme Court.
Travel to and from various Courts
Liaise with various members of the profession as well as clients and others on a regular basis.
Conference clients
Legal research.
Summarise and prepare briefs.
Skills and experience
Excellent communication skills (both written and oral)
Work well under pressure
Attention to detail
Be organised and able to maintain professionalism
Ability to maintain tidy files
Small busy law firm looking for PLT student to start ASAP.
We are co-located with a financial planning office in Hamilton. We are a small and friendly team and are looking for someone who is bright, friendly, good with computers and who can learn quickly.
We handle a variety of matters including wills and estates, conveyancing, business sales and purchases, leasing, commercial litigation, and family law. We use the LEAP practice management system and would train you how to use it. We are flexible with work hours.
You would be supervised by 2 lawyers who work part time. We have 1 PLT who works 2 days per week and are looking for someone to supplement the position, ideally working Monday, Thursday and Friday.
Please email me your resume. Initial interview will be by phone and shortlisted applicants will be interviewed in the office.
May 23, 2018
Part-time
Small busy law firm looking for PLT student to start ASAP.
We are co-located with a financial planning office in Hamilton. We are a small and friendly team and are looking for someone who is bright, friendly, good with computers and who can learn quickly.
We handle a variety of matters including wills and estates, conveyancing, business sales and purchases, leasing, commercial litigation, and family law. We use the LEAP practice management system and would train you how to use it. We are flexible with work hours.
You would be supervised by 2 lawyers who work part time. We have 1 PLT who works 2 days per week and are looking for someone to supplement the position, ideally working Monday, Thursday and Friday.
Please email me your resume. Initial interview will be by phone and shortlisted applicants will be interviewed in the office.
Nyman Gibson Miralis is one of the largest and leading criminal defence law firms in NSW providing representation to people across the State in every type of criminal law matter.
Nyman Gibson Miralis is offering two voluntary PLT placements to someone with initiative and a strong and genuine interest in criminal law. One placement will be in our Sydney office and the other in our Parramatta office.
For those looking to enter the field of criminal law, the experience will be invaluable. You will be involved in assisting the supervising solicitor, analysing and organising the briefs of evidence, legal research, attending conferences, attending court and drafting comprehensive written legal documents and submissions.
To be eligible for the position, you must be able to commit to at least 4, preferably 5 days per week and available to commence as soon as possible.
Please note that this position is unpaid and only for those seeking a PLT Placement; applications for general work experience will not be considered.
Applications close 22 June 2018.
If you are interested in applying for the voluntary PLT Placement, please forward your CV, academic transcript and a cover letter to Ms Eva Loverso at eva@ngm.com.au . For further enquiries please phone (02) 9264 8884 between 9.00am and 5.00pm.
Please visit our website www.ngm.com.au for further information regarding Nyman Gibson Miralis.
May 23, 2018
Part-time
Nyman Gibson Miralis is one of the largest and leading criminal defence law firms in NSW providing representation to people across the State in every type of criminal law matter.
Nyman Gibson Miralis is offering two voluntary PLT placements to someone with initiative and a strong and genuine interest in criminal law. One placement will be in our Sydney office and the other in our Parramatta office.
For those looking to enter the field of criminal law, the experience will be invaluable. You will be involved in assisting the supervising solicitor, analysing and organising the briefs of evidence, legal research, attending conferences, attending court and drafting comprehensive written legal documents and submissions.
To be eligible for the position, you must be able to commit to at least 4, preferably 5 days per week and available to commence as soon as possible.
Please note that this position is unpaid and only for those seeking a PLT Placement; applications for general work experience will not be considered.
Applications close 22 June 2018.
If you are interested in applying for the voluntary PLT Placement, please forward your CV, academic transcript and a cover letter to Ms Eva Loverso at eva@ngm.com.au . For further enquiries please phone (02) 9264 8884 between 9.00am and 5.00pm.
Please visit our website www.ngm.com.au for further information regarding Nyman Gibson Miralis.
King & York Lawyers
Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
King & York Lawyers specialises in criminal law, family law and traffic law.
We are looking for a hard-working applicant with a strong work ethic, exceptional attention to detail as well as excellent computer and communication skills.
You will be required to conduct legal research, liase with clients and provide administrative support including maintenance of clients' physical and LEAP files.
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@kingandyorklawyers.com.au
May 22, 2018
Full-time
King & York Lawyers specialises in criminal law, family law and traffic law.
We are looking for a hard-working applicant with a strong work ethic, exceptional attention to detail as well as excellent computer and communication skills.
You will be required to conduct legal research, liase with clients and provide administrative support including maintenance of clients' physical and LEAP files.
Please send your resume and cover letter to info@kingandyorklawyers.com.au
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
In this role you will gain valuable experience while satisfying the practical experience requirements of The College of Law.
May 22, 2018
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
In this role you will gain valuable experience while satisfying the practical experience requirements of The College of Law.
PLT wanted
Solomon Law Firm is a young general practice located near Wynyard, Sydney CBD.
We are currently looking for a full-time PLT for immediate commencement. The position is a strictly unpaid voluntary placement.
We practise immigration law as the core practice and also a small number of commercial litigation and criminal law. You must be interested to work in immigration law as the main area of work.
You must possess the following characteristics: professional, honest, friendly, polite, kind, personable, ethical, responsible, reliable, efficient, detailed, hardworking and committed long term.
You must possess strong teamwork skills as well as excellent customer service skills. Korean language skills would be highly regarded as the majority of clients are of Korean speaking background. But all candidates will be considered regardless of Korean language skills.
The principal lawyer is frequently away from office, so you must be willing to work alone autonomously, and this is a very important criterion.
Your duties may include the following:
Preparing, drafting and filing a variety of documents including forms, correspondences, applications, motions, statements, affidavits, submissions and contracts;
Attending various meetings, courts, and tribunals;
Managing the office, files, clients, phone calls, emails, posts, photocopying and scanning;
Providing customer service to clients;
Conducting legal research, etc.
Office hours are from Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. We would like to interview you if you are a candidate that meets all of the above selection criteria.
Please email your cover letter and resume to: seankim@solomonlawfirm.com.au
May 22, 2018
Full-time
PLT wanted
Solomon Law Firm is a young general practice located near Wynyard, Sydney CBD.
We are currently looking for a full-time PLT for immediate commencement. The position is a strictly unpaid voluntary placement.
We practise immigration law as the core practice and also a small number of commercial litigation and criminal law. You must be interested to work in immigration law as the main area of work.
You must possess the following characteristics: professional, honest, friendly, polite, kind, personable, ethical, responsible, reliable, efficient, detailed, hardworking and committed long term.
You must possess strong teamwork skills as well as excellent customer service skills. Korean language skills would be highly regarded as the majority of clients are of Korean speaking background. But all candidates will be considered regardless of Korean language skills.
The principal lawyer is frequently away from office, so you must be willing to work alone autonomously, and this is a very important criterion.
Your duties may include the following:
Preparing, drafting and filing a variety of documents including forms, correspondences, applications, motions, statements, affidavits, submissions and contracts;
Attending various meetings, courts, and tribunals;
Managing the office, files, clients, phone calls, emails, posts, photocopying and scanning;
Providing customer service to clients;
Conducting legal research, etc.
Office hours are from Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm. We would like to interview you if you are a candidate that meets all of the above selection criteria.
Please email your cover letter and resume to: seankim@solomonlawfirm.com.au
GKN Law Firm is a law firm based in Liverpool.
We are offering law graduates or students looking to complete their Practical Legal Training component on a volunteer and unpaid basis to assist our team of highly motivated and experienced solicitors.
We offer a fun workplace environment where you will gain hands on practical experience.
Duties include but is not limited to:-
Office/Reception duties.
Drafting correspondences.
Liaising with clients.
File management.
Ad hoc duties.
You will need:-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A willingness to learn.
An ability to work under pressure.
Strong attention to detail.
A can do attitude.
May 21, 2018
Part-time
GKN Law Firm is a law firm based in Liverpool.
We are offering law graduates or students looking to complete their Practical Legal Training component on a volunteer and unpaid basis to assist our team of highly motivated and experienced solicitors.
We offer a fun workplace environment where you will gain hands on practical experience.
Duties include but is not limited to:-
Office/Reception duties.
Drafting correspondences.
Liaising with clients.
File management.
Ad hoc duties.
You will need:-
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A willingness to learn.
An ability to work under pressure.
Strong attention to detail.
A can do attitude.
