13 practical legal training volunteers jobs found

This position is ideally suited to a law graduate who is looking to complete their 75 days’ work experience on a volunteer basis. The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background and a confident disposition. Excellent communication skills are essential for this role. This position will include extensive training and mentoring from senior, experienced lawyers. Please note this is an unpaid position. If you are open-minded about this position, it will be a great opportunity for self-development, you will be in a position to see an immigration law firm develop and grow, and your keenness and ability to contribute will be appreciated. You must be committed and willing to complete your internship with us as there are opportunities for employment. Applicant requirements: Law student; Passionate about the law; Great thinking, writing, and analytical skills. outgoing; Involved in social and extracurricular activities; Ability to keep calm under...

Position Status: Volunteer   Position Reports to: This position is ultimately accountable to the Centre Director/Principal Solicitor, however direct supervision is provided by the solicitor/tenant advocate working with the volunteer.   Primary Responsibilities: The Practical Legal Training Volunteer provides general assistance to legal centre staff as defined in the position duties. A commitment of 2-3 days per week is required.   Role and context of Position CTBMCLC provides access to justice through the provision of legal and tenancy services, including community legal education, particularly for people who are disadvantaged by their social and economic circumstances. The position is based in Katoomba and outreach to other locations may be required as directed.   Position Duties include: Conducting intake and assisting solicitors/tenant advocates in responding to callers seeking legal/tenancy advice...

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. To apply, you must: Be a third year or above under-graduate OR 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, Cultural Awareness and Intake Training. Applications should be submitted at least three weeks prior to chosen Intake date to allow interviews to take place.  Applications will be assessed on relevant skills as well as a demonstrated interest in and commitment to not-for-profit organisations and the community sector....

An opportunity has become available for a law student or graduate to undertake a voluntary work experience placement with Gramelis Attorneys, Family & Litigation Lawyers, a dynamic and growing boutique law firm located in Bankstown. The firm prides itself on fostering a culture of excellence and a reputation for being a leader in its areas of practice, which are predominately family law, estate litigation and commercial matters. The position will provide practical, hands-on experience in all matters relating to legal practice under the direct supervision and mentorship of the principal, who practised as a barrister for 16 years prior to founding the firm. A number of graduates who have undertaking their Practical Legal Training with Gramelis Attorneys have gone on to full-time employment as solicitors with the firm. If you believe you have the qualities of an astute, dedicated and enthusiastic law student or graduate and desire to gain invaluable practical experience in...

Exciting Opportunity with Redfern Legal Centre to volunteer for our Financial Abuse Service. Redfern Legal Centre is seeking an enthusiastic PLT student to volunteer 2 days per week within our Financial Abuse Service NSW. The role can be done as a combination of remote work and onsite work at Redfern Legal Centre. Training and initial supervision will ideally be provided in person. Responsibilities include file review, general administration, research, legal drafting, interviewing clients, drafting content for submissions, articles and e-bulletins, and follow-up on client matters, under supervision of the practice solicitor. Status : Tuesday and Thursday. Please state your preferred length of commitment (e.g. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 75 days in total). Combination of remote or on-site work. Vaccination : It is a requirement of employment at Redfern Legal Centre to be fully vaccinated for Covid-19. Redfern Legal Centre welcomes...

HALC is seeking a full-time Projects, Policy and Law Reform Solicitor for a full-time 12 month contract. The primary responsibilities of the Projects, Policy and Law Reform Solicitor are to: Facilitate the publication, development and update of HALC guides and publications - including instructional/educational publications and publications about the centre, such as the annual report Initiate and participate in the development of legal and/or public policy concerned with HIV and/or hepatitis including identifying suitable public interest cases to maximise the potential for law reform Work collaboratively with other community legal centres and organisations both within NSW and interstate on law reform and policy advocacy work Assist in research and contribute to the preparation of submissions, reports, recommendations and commentaries regarding law and administrative reform issues Lead the implementation and delivery of community legal projects and education Assist in...

About Us As the firm’s name suggests, First Choice Family Lawyers practices predominantly in the area of Family Law although we also practice in estate matters such as family provisions claims and contested wills to name a few as well as selective criminal matters.   About the role We are seeking for a volunteer law student or law graduate that is interested in working in a family law and litigation firm. This is an excellent opportunity for an enthusiastic, ambitious and driven law student or law graduate requiring work experience to complete their practical legal training and gain invaluable exposure in a litigation and family law firm to get a head start in your career.  This role requires an immediate start with a minimum of 4 days availability per week. Potential opportunity exists to gain employment within the firm upon admission as a legal practitioner.  Apply Now

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

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...

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...

About Us 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. About the role We now have one (2) positions 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...

RACS Practical Legal Trainee (PLT) Position   Job title/position: Practical Legal Trainee (PLT) Start date: As soon as possible Volunteer/Paralegal/Research: Volunteer/Paralegal Duration/Employment type : 3 days per week, for 60 days (minimum) Remuneration: Unpaid Position description: The Refugee Advice and Casework Service (RACS) seeks a dedicated person to join its team of committed human rights lawyers as a Practical Legal Trainee (students who hold a law degree and who are undertaking a course for practical admission as a lawyer). There are multiple positions available in our Randwick office and our Outreach Service offices. Responsibilities include research, drafting statements, observing and assisting with client appointments, accompanying lawyers to client meetings and DOHA interviews and various other administrative and legal tasks. You will receive on-the-job training and supervision. You will have had...

PLT Trainee / Intern About us Verge Legal is a boutique multidisciplinary law firm based in Melbourne. Our team comprises legal professionals from diverse backgrounds who practice in various areas of Australian law including litigation, property and commercial, family, wills & estates, and criminal law.  Position summary We are seeking law graduates who wish to complete their Practical Legal Training (PLT) with us. Successful applicants will have the opportunity to work with our team on a wide range of matters and practice areas. This is a volunteer position with an opportunity for the right candidate to be offered a full-time junior solicitor position upon completion of their PLT. Key duties and responsibilities Undertaking legal research. Preparing chronologies, reports and summaries. Reviewing documents and contracts. Fielding client enquiries and calls. Assisting in miscellaneous day-to-day administrative duties....