14 principal legal officer jobs found

Learn how to be a great criminal lawyer!  You will be assisting our Principal Solicitor, Legal Associates and Barristers on active files, with hands on and practical involvement, such as: Appearing with Barristers in District Court Jury trials and assistance in cross-examination of witnesses Appearing with Barristers and Solicitors in Local Court hearings Appear in matters yourself at Court with the help of our Senior Solicitors Attending courts with our Solicitors and Barristers to learn the skills of advocacy  Preparing and helping with bail applications and general administration of the office   Participants in our program have gone into full-time employment at Legal Aid NSW, Cth DPP, NSW DPP and the like. This is a v oluntary position however employment at the practice may become available for the right candidate as our firm is experiencing significant growth.  Minimum Criteria: Have a strong understanding of Criminal Law, Be competent,...

A R BYRNE & ASSOCIATES is a boutique law firm with offices located in Sydney and Melbourne, handling several areas of law including Wills and Estate Law, Criminal Law and Employment Law. We are seeking an enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Pre-Admission Solicitor, meaning an upcoming or current NSW LL.B, JD or Diploma of Law graduate, currently completing their NSW Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. This is a part-time intern (unpaid) position within our Sydney office. If you enjoy a challenge, can work in a fast-paced environment, and are keen to learn the ropes of being a CBD-based Solicitor one day, then this is the position for you. JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE, BUT NOT BE LIMITED TO: • Client conferencing. • Liaising with Barristers, Experts, Police, Prosecutors, law firms and other stakeholders. • Attending various Courts, Tribunals, Commissions across Sydney and NSW (with leave/permission of the Court). • Shadowing the...

Indus Lawyers, a progressive law firm located in Harris Park, invites applications from students wishing to undertake Practical Legal Training (PLT). The position is an unpaid voluntary placement, but an allowance will be paid to cover travel and other expenses. Our firm deals with a range of practice areas, such as: Conveyancing, Family Law, Commercial Law, Litigation, and Wills, Probate and Estate matters. The right candidate will have: Basic legal knowledge; Strong written and verbal communication skills; A can-do attitude, passionate, dedicated, and hard-working; The ability to work independently and as part of a team; Attention to detail and good organisational skills; Proficiency in computer operations. Your responsibilities and tasks will include working and training with the principal and other staff member with exposure to a range of matters from start to finish, to enable you to obtain 'hands-on' experiences which will assist you in your...

Details During their cadetship, students will work alongside Redfern Legal Centre solicitors, gaining practical legal experience and exposure to clients experiencing disadvantage. The program is generously supported by Kerry O’Brien and McCullough Robertson Lawyers. The cadet will be paid a stipend of $54.88 per hour to undertake 18 days of employment spread over a mutually agreed period. The successful candidate will work alongside Redfern Legal Centre solicitors across three areas of our legal practice. The cadet will gain practical experience working with clients experiencing disadvantage, and join RLC solicitors engaged in advising clients, undertaking casework and policy projects and delivering community legal education. The cadet will receive: practical training across a range of legal areas experience in aspects of practice management: client intake and issues identification, ‘triage’, and managing a client caseload and court diary skills development in...

About us and your new role We are a young but rapidly growing Law Firm based in the Sydney CBD and are currently offering a paid PLT position on a part-time and/or full-time basis for an immediate start. In this role you will be working closely with our Principal Solicitor, Khoder Dandachli to manage our Civil Litigation department. In this role you will be provided with one-on-one mentorship from our Principal and will work closely with our paralegals who will support you as you develop your skills and knowledge. What we offer: Paid position Collaborative team environment Flexible annual leave arrangements Opportunity for career progression Convenient location – just a   short undercover walk from Wynyard station About you This is a fantastic opportunity for a highly motivated individual who is looking for an opportunity to commence their legal career and join our growing firm. The candidate who will be successful in this...

Our Firm Verde Lawyers is a law firm located in Sydney CBD. We specialise in Commercial Law, Family Law, Wills and Estates, Property Law, Dispute Resolution and Migration Law. We have a strong reputation for being ethical and delivering high-quality work, and our client base includes both corporate and individual clients in Australia and based internationally.  We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and reliable individual with experience in reviewing and drafting legal documents. The right candidate may be offered a permanent position if they are able to demonstrate they have the dedication and aptitude to join our growing team.  The Position We are seeking an experienced Lawyer or Law Graduate with at least 1 year of relevant experience in drafting legal documents. You will be responsible for assisting in the drafting of legal documents, including contracts, deeds and policies, with guidance and mentorship from our...

Our Firm Verde Lawyers is a law firm located in Sydney CBD. We specialise in Commercial Law, Family Law, Wills and Estates, Property Law, Dispute Resolution and Migration Law. We have a strong reputation for being ethical and delivering high-quality work, and our client base includes both corporate and individual clients in Australia and based internationally.  We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and reliable individual for Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement to join our growing team. The Position We are currently offering a Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement to penultimate to final year and recently graduated law students. You will be working as part of a team of experienced solicitors and other support staff on matters involving contract law, commercial law, family law and migration law. You will be responsible for assisting in the drafting of legal documents, with guidance and mentorship from our experienced and friendly team. This placement...

About the business We are a thriving and dynamic firm practising primarily in family and criminal litigation. We are searching for a  lawyer to work closely with the Principal and the team. The firm has a solid stimulating, interesting and varied work inflow.  We are expanding rapidly and are searching for the right candidate to assist our team. In return, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and excel significantly in their legal career. We are open to fast-paced career progression. About the role  Key responsibilities include: Being the right hand to the Principal Lawyer and the team in a busy and thriving boutique practice; Working closely with the Principal on interesting, varied & complex Criminal, Family & Civil litigation law matters; Working autonomously and taking active carriage of files; Court attendance including hearings, mentions, procedural hearings, conciliation conferences, mediations,...

About the role We are a thriving and dynamic law firm practicing primarily in family, criminal and civil litigation. We are searching for a PLT to work closely with our team of paralegals and solicitors. The Principal is an accredited Independent Childrens Lawyer, on the specialist domestic violence panel, family law panel, cross examination panel, specialist criminal law panel. The firm has a solid stimulating, interesting and varied work inflow.   Your main duties in this role will include: Assisting lawyers and other staff members with any administrative duties including telephone attendance, invoicing, drafting cost agreements and receipts, itemised bills, diary management, arranging and scheduling appointments, client correspondences, all correspondences with third party stakeholders including lawyers, Courts and prosecutors, opening and closing files and all other administrative duties; Drafting email, letter and general day to day correspondence; Researching and...

Rep-Revive Criminal & Employment Lawyers® was established in April 2018. On a daily basis we bring the fight for justice, truth and fairness through legal representation to (1) those charged with criminal or traffic offences AND (2) those seeking rightful remedies to being unfairly dismissed or adversely affected by either their Employers, Employees or Independent Contractors. Since our inception about 95% of our clients require assistance in the Local Criminal Court.  At present we are seeking hardworking, dedicated, organised and efficient applicants (no legal experience necessary but valued if you have) for placement of full or part time practical legal training. The role is a voluntary role dedicated to providing supervision and practical teaching to those who are eligible for admission after their training is complete. Upon completion a written reference will be provided and an offer of full-time employment with the firm may arise. Our philosophy and role in the...

JOB DESCRIPTION Aussie Lawyers is looking for PLT and/or law students to assist with general practice matters over many different areas of the law including personal injury law, commercial law, and litigation matters. The position is a voluntary position with potential long term employment prospects in a young, modern and dynamic legal practice in the Hills Shire District of Greater Western Sydney (directly opposite the new Bella Vista Train Station and Bus Transit Lane).  You will be working with the Solicitor, Paralegal and Principal and gain relevant experience in a diverse range of legal matters across all states and territories. The ideal candidate will have:  The ability to learn quickly Some experience in a law firm is preferred  High level of attention to detail Excellent presentation in person and on the phone Very confident and willing to talk to people on a regular/daily basis Reliable,...

Specialist criminal law firm seeking Junior lawyer to join our team At Greg Thomas Barrister & Solicitor we are passionate about providing legal assistance and defending those who need it the most. We are a predominantly Legal Aid practice, with some private clients, and a full case load of summary and indictable crime matters. All staff enjoy our team atmosphere, with lawyers and administrative support staff all equally important to the success of the office. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced, cooperative work environment. Our practice is based in King Street, Melbourne West, with solicitors travelling to suburban and regional Courts as required. The role You will have the opportunity to prepare and manage a case load of files, providing high-quality legal advice and representation, and appearing on behalf of clients in the Magistrates’ Court and County Court (including the Assessment and Referral Court, Koori Court, and Drug...

  Lexsons Law Firm is a modern and progressive law firm based in the Sydney CBD practising primarily in employment law, commercial law, property, civil litigation, intellectual property, immigration and family law. We continually invest in our people, including learning and development opportunities. You will have the opportunity to work alongside with our experienced Principal Solicitor - Natalie Lim, together with our Special Counsel - James Cho, who is a former Deputy District Registrar of the Federal Court of Australia and Registrar of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia with extensive experience in resolving disputes (presiding in hearings or as registrar mediator) in a diverse range of practice areas, including industrial law, human rights and administrative law, corporations and insolvency law and intellectual property law. We are committed to inviting people from all walks of life to work with us and grow their careers in their own unique way....

Established in 2002,  Thompson Cooper Lawyers is a highly regarded boutique law firm based in a prime Sydney CBD location. We are a specialised law practice dedicated to serving the general insurance industry and defendants in civil litigation claims. Our clients include some of the largest insurers and ASX-listed corporations in Australia. About the role: We are seeking an enthusiastic Law Graduate or junior Solicitor 1-2 PAE to join our firm. To be considered for this role the Applicant will have:- An interest in commercial litigation Effective communication and organisational skills Strong legal research and drafting skills ·        Ability to prioritise and work within urgent timeframes Ability to multitask ·        Be able to work autonomously and as part of a team Attention to detail Your key responsibilities will involve assisting...