23 criminal law jobs found in Surry Hills

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: Assist 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, interim hearings, and instructing counsel in...

Location: Parramatta, Sydney, NSW About Us: We are a dynamic Sydney law firm with a passion for excellence. While our primary specialty is in Family Law, we have diverse practice areas including Criminal Law, Conveyancing, and Estates. Our firm believes in maximising value for our clients by utilising innovative management systems and strategies to provide unparalleled service. Role Overview: We are currently seeking a dedicated and passionate part-time volunteer trainee to join our dynamic team at Parramatta Office on Tuesdays and Thursdays (with a possibility of progressing to 3 days per week). This is an exceptional opportunity for law students or recent graduates to gain practical experience and insight into the workings of a successful family law firm. Key Responsibilities: Assisting the principal solicitor in research and drafting of documents. Attending client meetings and court hearings as an observer. Handling administrative tasks related to case...

The HIV/AIDS Legal Centre (HALC) is currently looking for Volunteer Intake Paralegals  to join our team for an immediate start. About the organisation: HALC provides free legal services to people affected by, and those most at risk of, HIV and Hep C (HCV) on HIV/HCV related legal matters. We deal with a range of HIV/Hep C related legal issues including - Immigration Administrative Law Public Health Criminal Employment Discrimination Insurance/Superannuation Estate planning Social Security Family Position Description: Volunteers perform a variety of day-to-day tasks including - Answering phones and delivering messages; New client intakes; General administrative work; Researching legal and administrative laws and procedures; Ad hoc tasks such as drafting letters of advice and submissions or project work. Essential criteria: sensitivity to people affected by HIV and Hep C sensitivity towards clients from different cultural and...

The HIV/AIDS Legal Centre (HALC) is currently looking for 2 volunteer PLT Students to join our team for an immediate start. About the organisation: HALC provides free legal services to people affected by, and those most at risk of, HIV and Hep C (HCV) on HIV/HCV related legal matters. We deal with a range of HIV/Hep C related legal issues including - Immigration Administrative Law Public Health Criminal Employment Discrimination Insurance/Superannuation Estate planning Social Security Family Position Description: Volunteers perform a variety of day-to-day tasks including - delivery of legal advice under the direct supervision of a solicitor; drafting of legal advice, submissions, applications to courts & tribunals and other legal correspondence maintaining accurate files and legal records client intakes casework and client interviews under directions from Solicitors; general administrative work researching legal and...

Our Sydney CBD based firm has an opportunity for an individual to gain Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement in the areas of litigation and various areas of commercial, corporate, insolvency, building and construction, intellectual property and criminal law. The Position This position is available for a person who is either in their final year of university or are very close to graduating or have recently graduated and looking to partake in PLT training. You will gain first-hand experience in a professional environment, working alongside experienced solicitors. You will be involved in a range of activities ranging from legal drafting, legal research and. Prepare applications, affidavits, statements and other types of court documents; Conducting legal research; Case analysis; Liaising with counsel and attending court hearings; Handling legal documentation, file administration and tracking; Work with solicitors to liaise with clients and other professionals;...

Orbis Legal is a boutique law firm based in Sydney CBD. We act in a wide range of matters including corporate & commercial law, property law, family law and criminal law.  An opportunity has arisen for an engaged and ambitious lawyer (or soon to be admitted lawyer) join us and contribute and grow with our firm.  All staff are provided with a wide range of learning experiences and opportunities to develop their legal and professional skills  The Applicant must reliable, hardworking and motivated to learn. Ability to speak fluent Mandarin or Cantonese will be advantageous.  Please send your resume (including cover letter) to Danny at  danny.zhou@orbislegal.com.au  

We are a general practice law firm in the CBD.  MGL Lawyers practise in the following areas: Criminal law Civil litigation Family law Wills and Estates Compensation law We are offering a PLT placement in our firm and the ideal candidate would be someone who is: Bilingual (English and Mandarin) Available 5 days a week An independent and resourceful worker Has great work ethics Social media savvy If you are interested, please email us your cover letter and resume to info@mgllawyers.com.au

About us JC Legal Practice is a young and dynamic general practice firm located in the Sydney CBD. Main practice areas for the firm include Commercial Litigation, Family Law, Business Law & Property Conveyancing.   All staff are provided with a wide range of learning experiences and opportunities to develop their legal and professional skills. We appreciate your contribution and dedication to the firm. We are open to sponsoring skilled visa after one year of employment and depending on performance.     Qualifications & experience At least 1 years’ PAE in general practice firm; Porperty law experience or Family Law experience is preferred; Brilliant attention to detail, nothing gets past you; You can effectively manage competing and changing priorities;  Can work under pressure and meet deadlines; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Experience in Court Attendance - Supreme Court, Federal...

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. We are...

We are a small boutique litigation firm in the heart of Sydney, specialising in compensation law and also practicing in other areas of law including criminal law, contested wills, family law and commercial law matters. We are seeking a graduate law volunteer to assist in the practice 2 - 3 days a week for a minimum period of 3 months.  Our firm works in an enthusiastic and enjoyable environment providing an excellent and compassionate service to our clients.  We will provide some mentoring with a focus to developing your skills that will assist you in your future in the legal profession. Applicants are requested to provide a CV via email.

About us:   located in Sydney CBD, next door to Downing Centre/Centre Local Court Specialised in Criminal defence, Family law/Commercial litigation, and Will/Estate About PLT placement   Unpaid position Daily allowance for travel and lunch at $40   Essential Criterias: Strong interest in Criminal Law / Family Law Final or penultimate year LLB/JD  Mandarin speakers Able to work 3 days per week Fluent in English strong sense of responsibilities previous working experience (not necessarily in legal industry) Your duties: Daily file management and general administration tasks Supporting solicitors in a variety of litigation matters We provide: a friendly and supportive working environment mentorship and legal training substantive legal working experience and court exposure If you are interested, please send your enquiry with the required documents to sean.li@broadenlegal.com.au:   your cv; and your academic transcripts  

About us:   located in Sydney CBD, next door to Downing Centre/Centre Local Court Specialised in Criminal defence, Family law/Commercial litigation, and Will/Estate About PLT placement   Unpaid position Daily allowance for travel and lunch at $40   Essential Criterias: Strong interest in Criminal Law / Family Law Final or penultimate year LLB/JD  Mandarin speakers Able to work 3 days per week Fluent in English strong sense of responsibilities previous working experience (not necessarily in legal industry) Your duties: Daily file management and general administration tasks Supporting solicitors in a variety of litigation matters We provide: a friendly and supportive working environment mentorship and legal training substantive legal working experience and court exposure If you are interested, please send your enquiry with the required documents to sean.li@broadenlegal.com.au:   your cv; and your academic transcripts  

Peerzada & Associates is a well-established legal practice located in Auburn that is currently seeking a PLT student to join our team. As a PLT student, you will be working closely with our experienced lawyers in a variety of areas, including Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Family Law, Conveyancing, and Immigration Law. In this role, you will be responsible for assisting in the day-to-day operations of the office, including file management, drafting legal documents, conducting initial client interviews, and following up with clients. The position requires a positive attitude and the ability to work effectively under pressure. Please note that this position is unpaid; however, for the right candidate, there may be an opportunity for a junior lawyer position within our firm upon successful completion of the PLT program. Our law firm is multicultural and embraces equal employment opportunities. We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply. If you are...

Astor Legal is a rapidly growing Criminal Law firm with offices in Sydney CBD, Parramatta and Liverpool. We are seeking two volunteer paralegals/PLT students to attend our Parramatta office for two days per week. This is currently an unpaid position but may become paid in the future.  We are looking to hire someone as soon as possible. In this role, you will work directly with the Principal and solicitors. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from an accredited specialist in Criminal Law. You will be exposed to both summary and indictable matters. Duties and Responsibilities Drafting correspondence and legal documents Undertaking legal research Court attendance with solicitors Liaising with other parties Use of practice management and other software & applications General office duties Personal Attributes Self-motivated and result driven individual Good time management skills Excellent communication skills Ability prioritise and meet...

Suits recent Graduate with an interest in getting experience, with a possibility of future employment, in a small suburban practice. Must have good spoken and written skills. Will be required to assist senior lawyers. Ability to work with programs including PEXA & SILQ.

POSITION(S) AVAILBLE: EXPERIENCED COMMERCIAL LAWYER Our firm, KPL Lawyers is a growing and award winning office that offers specialist litigation, transactional and advisory legal services to a diverse range of clients. As part of our expansion, we are hiring across multiple departments including commercial litigation.  If you are looking for an office which provides genuine career progression and are seeking to work alongside respected and industry-leading colleagues, our office is looking for loyal and reliable candidates. The successful candidate will demonstrate sound experience and skills in all aspects of commercial law, and will satisfy the following: Experienced : seeking candidates with at least 3 years PQE; Available : full time, to work at our Fairfield (NSW) office; Immediate start is preferable, with salary commensurate with skill and experience; Experienced in litigation and advisory services; Demonstrated ability to take carriage of...

We are looking for a bright, enthusiastic Junior Lawyer to join our team. The position requires you to have a “can-do” attitude. You will be responsible for providing legal support to partners and lawyers predominately in the litigation/dispute resolution areas as well as managing your own files. You will be working on a variety of matters including Family Law, Criminal Law, commercial law, and Conveyancing. You will be required to attend Court for mentions, sentencing matters on your own, and instruct barristers in more complex matters. We require someone who is self-motivated, resourceful, and with good legal research skills.  The ability to engage collaboratively with others, having a confident positive approach to work, and strong written and communication skills

The HIV/AIDS Legal Centre (HALC) is currently looking for 2 volunteer Law Students to join our team for an immediate start. About the organisation: HALC provides free legal services to people affected by, and those most at risk of, HIV and Hep C (HCV) on HIV/HCV related legal matters. We deal with a range of HIV/Hep C related legal issues including - Immigration Administrative Law Public Health Criminal Employment Discrimination Insurance/Superannuation Estate planning Social Security Family Position Description: Volunteers perform a variety of day-to-day tasks including - delivery of legal advice under the direct supervision of a solicitor; drafting of legal advice, submissions, applications to courts & tribunals and other legal correspondence maintaining accurate files and legal records client intakes casework and client interviews under directions from Solicitors; general administrative work researching legal and...

Quantum Law Group is an award-winning law and dynamic law firm with a mission to revolutionize the delivery of legal services. We pride ourselves on our ability to cross the boundaries between traditional and innovative legal practice to deliver value, results and success. Position An exciting opportunity has arisen for talented interns to join our team in our Sydney office. You will work together with a team of approximately 20 staff and will experience a range of legal and operational tasks with our Partners and solicitors. Under the mentorship of the team, you will gain experience, ongoing coaching, career development opportunities and knowledge on many areas of law including property, commercial, transactional, family, criminal, and litigation. The key activities you will experience include: Client management Drafting legal documents and correspondence Performing legal research Collating information, records, and documents Day-to-day...

About Varess Varess is an incorporated legal practice specialising in immigration law.     Services Experienced in all areas of Australian immigration law, the firm provides: visa, nomination and sponsorship application advice and assistance across all categories; representation and advice in relation to: (a) Administrative Appeals Tribunal ( AAT ) and Immigration Assessment Authority ( IAA ) merits review matters; (b) judicial review proceedings in Australia's Federal Circuit and Family Court, Federal Court and High Court; and (c) immigration related criminal and civil penalty proceedings; advice and assistance with Ministerial intervention requests; expert opinions and advisory services, including eligibility assessments and strategic planning; advice and assistance relating to sanctions, government lobbying and the negotiation of labour agreements; compliance, audit and training services; advice and assistance with citizenship applications;  advice...