42 practical legal training jobs found

About the company Agape Henry Crux  is an innovative law firm in Sydney CBD with exclusive practice in Immigration and Administrative Law. We are a collegiate team, passionate and results-driven. We pride ourselves in thinking outside the box, we embrace the use of technology and digital automatisation to assist our naturally lazy self. We also have a dynamic team promoting an enjoyable working environment to enhance employee experience. We bring everyone closer together with regular social catch ups and so much more. At Agape we position ourselves to be different to other firms in the industry, we keep our teams small to allow everyone to grow fast and provide opportunity to allow each and every one to step up making an impact in what we do. Our firm consists of 2 accredited specialists in immigration law, we are committed to our new talents and support the learning you need to grow.    The Position We are currently offering the last intake of the year for work...

Our firm White Knight Lawyers is a growing award winning Australian law firm that offers premium litigation, transactional, and advisory legal services. We generally practice in litigation and dispute resolution, insolvency and bankruptcy, tax controversy, commercial law and advisory, public law and construction law. We are currently engaged in diverse ongoing litigation work including proceedings before the Supreme Court of NSW and Supreme Court of Victoria, District Court of NSW, Federal Court of Australia, AAT, and NCAT (both original jurisdiction and appeal panel).   We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, developing relationships of trust with our clients, and efficiently delivering engagement-tailored legal services.  Our available role We are very excited to offer practical legal training to a recent law graduate.  We envisage that you will carry out the following tasks and responsibilities, amongst others: Attending client meetings and court...

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...

Effective Legal Solutions (ELS) is a boutique multidisciplinary law firm with offices in Wyong and Parramatta. we have a diverse team of legal professionals specialising in various areas of law, including litigation, property and commercial, family, and wills & estates.   Position Summary We are now offering law graduates the opportunity to complete their Practical Legal Training (PLT) with us. As part of our team, successful applicants will gain valuable experience working on a wide range of legal matters and practice areas. Please note that this is a short term, voluntary position .   Key Duties and Responsibilities Conducting thorough legal research. Preparing meticulous chronologies, reports, and summaries. Reviewing and analysing various legal documents and contracts. Handling client enquiries and calls with professionalism and care. Providing assistance with day-to-day administrative tasks. Attending court proceedings and client meetings...

Johnstone and Reimer are excited to launch our paid 6-week Practical Legal Training placement program, with the goal of providing law graduates undertaking a PLT program with a recognised provider the experience of a high quality, structured placement with a well-established and reputable suburban firm. Students who are selected to participate in our intensive program will gain experience in structured rotations between a number of busy practice areas, potentially including Family Law, Victims of Crime Compensation, Criminal Law, Wills and Estates, Personal Injuries (TAC/Workcover), and Property Law. Students can expect a mix of shadowing solicitors and gaining knowledge of what occurs in a busy law practice of 40+ staff, and being tasked with research and drafting projects to assist lawyers and support staff on active client files. The program will run for six weeks, from Monday, 25 September until Friday, 3 November 2023. Students will be expected to work full time from...

Fantastic opportunity to gain valuable industry experience in Property and Commercial law under the guidance of an experienced principal lawyer. Biz Lawyers & Advisory is a boutique practice located in Martin Place, Sydney specialising in Property, Banking and Commercial Law. The placement is for an unpaid PLT volunteer experience role, however meals and transport costs will be reimbursed. The role commences immediately and can be either full or part time, depending on the candidate. As part of the role, you will have the rare opportunity to work one-on-one with the Principal of the firm who has a range of top tier and in-house legal experiences. The ideal candidate will have recently graduated with a law degree and will be looking to satisfy the PLT requirement and looking to be part of a young and dynamic firm with growth aspirations.  You will be a meticulous, hard-working, and a well-rounded individual who will gain practical experience, handling matters...

The Welfare Rights Centre is looking for law students and graduates to do voluntary PLT placements at our Centre for 2-4 days a week. The length of the placement can be flexible. This is an opportunity to get experience working at a Community Legal Centre that specialises in social security law. Our centre advises and advocates for clients in matters relating to the administration of social security payments by Centrelink.  We are an organisation focused on a fair social security system for all people in Australia. Successful applicants will have an interest and passion for human rights, and economic justice. Practical Legal Trainees perform a variety of research and legal preparation work as well as assisting with office and administrative work. Responsibilities include paralegal and administrative duties, taking client instructions during intake shifts, research, minor casework, reviewing documents, and management of incoming enquiries. You will receive supervision from...

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

We are looking for an eager and enthusiastic individual to join our team as part of the PLT program. You will work alongside our Managing Director and Principal Lawyer Sam Karnib and appear in courts assisting our Principal Lawyer. The successful applicant will possess the following skills: Be agile and dynamic when assisting our Principal Lawyer Be interested in commencing a career in Criminal Law Be able and prepared to appear in court if required Be able and prepared to work on briefs, including perusing and summarising materials/evidence Be able and prepared to work with Barristers and appear in court to assist Barristers including taking file notes and/or instructions Be able to work well in a team environment We have offices in both Liverpool and Wollongong and service courts across NSW. Full-time and Part-time options available.

The firm Genuine Legal is an innovative family law law firm with a positive and energetic culture. We practise exclusively in the areas of Family Law. We have offices in Brisbane, Perth & Sydney. The position We are currently offering a work experience placement as a component of Practical Legal Training (PLT). We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking person to do a placement with our team. The placement is on a full-time or a part-time basis and commencing immediately.  Further EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES are available during the placement and on completion of the placement. Your responsibilities will include but not limited to assisting our Solicitors with drafting court documents and correspondence, reviewing documents, undertaking legal research, assisting Solicitors at Court attendances and file management. How to Apply To apply for this role, please send your resume through the APPLY button. Alternatively, please...

Location: Sydney This role will be suited to a candidate that has a very high attention to detail.  The primary responsibilities will include scheduling online oral assessments for students studying a Practical Legal Training course.  Collaborating with the head of course and lecturers to organise days and times for the scheduling of these assessments and a high level of student interaction and liaison. What do we offer? Attractive salary package (Band 3) : Salary range $80,654  - $103,600 inclusive of Superannuation Flexible working environment Equal opportunities, diverse and inclusive environment A supportive and collaborative culture in an established, non-profit, purpose-driven public company An exceptional opportunity to be part of the legal community and to support law students and early career lawyers in their career development journeys Purpose of the Role This role will be reporting to the Team...

Buckley Lawyers provides premium legal services, clear solutions and high-quality legal advice. Our experienced team has established a strong reputation for achieving positive results and exceeding client expectations across various areas of family law. Presently, we are seeking a graduate lawyer to join our legal team to progress matters and assist generally in our busy practice. This hands-on role is a full-time paid role and would be ideally suited to someone currently undertaking their practical legal training. An interest family law is a prerequisite. If this opportunity interests you, please contact our Principal, Matthew Buckley on 0415 604 593 for a confidential discussion after 5pm. To apply for the role, please send your CV and coving letter to:  matthew@buckleylawyers.com.au  

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...

Comandini Migration Services is a fast growing innovative law firm located in the Sydney CBD. The firm specialises in immigration law. We offer great opportunities to gain knowledge in this specific field of legal practice, as well as a friendly working environment for you to grow. We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and reliable individual for Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement to join our growing team. The PLT student/paralegal will assist in the preparation of files and applications, drafting correspondence to clients and other parties, general admin and billing. Please note, this position is not paid, but could transition into a paid Paralegal Position at the completion of PLT requirements. Experience in Migration Law is relevant and  office experience will be highly regarded. We would prefer a candidate with good IT skills. Fluent in Italian is a plus! If you can speak Italian you are the right candidate. We...

The firm Oldham Family Law practices exclusively in the area of Family Law.  The position We are currently offering a work experience placement as a component of Practical Legal Training (PLT). We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and hardworking person to do a placement with our team. The placement is on a full-time or a part-time basis and commencing immediately.  Your responsibilities will include but not limited to assisting our Solicitors with drafting court documents and correspondence, reviewing documents, undertaking legal research, assisting Solicitors at Court attendances and file management. How to Apply To apply for this role, please send your resume to Practice Manager, Jess McAuliffe - jess@oldhamlaw.com.au

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 and Litigation. The right candidate will have: Basic legal knowledge; Strong written and verbal communication skills; A can-do attitude, passionate, dedicated, and hard-working; Attention to detail and good organisational skills; Proficiency in computer operations. Your responsibilities and tasks will include working and training with the principal, other solicitors and 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 future career. There is opportunity for a permanent role within the practice. Please email your...

North Shore Lawyers is currently looking for some Practical Legal Training (PLT) or Volunteer legal interns to assist our senior solicitor and partner in a broad range of legal work including conveyancing, commercial, company law and dispute matters. This is an unpaid position and both part-time / full-time are accepted. Permanent / part-time paid / partnership position might be offered in the future. We are happy to assist you both in your study and in your career development. The successful candidate will possess: Ability to speak and write in Chinese Strong written and verbal communication  Excellent attention to detail and time management skills Team player with energy, flexibility and integrity Highly developed legal research skills Basic PEXA conveyancing abilities How to Apply: Please send an email to  kelvinw@northshorelawyers.com.au  indicating which days of the week you are available attached with a covering letter and CV.

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;...

Boutique commercial and property law firm looking for ambitious, bright and motivated graduates for Practical Legal Training .  Our property practice includes conveyancing (acting for vendor and purchaser), commercial / retail leasing (acting for lessor and lessee), development projects (acting for property developers in large scale off-the-plan sales).  Our commercial practice includes business purchase & sale transactions, mergers and acquisitions and providing advice to all kinds of commercial contracts.  To be considered for this role it is ESSENTIAL that you are a native Chinese speaker and you have near native English speaking skills.   

Commencing September 2023, Sebastian De Brennan (barrister) is seeking an enthusiastic PLT student to work 3-4 days per week. Chambers based at Martin Place, Sydney CBD. Students with an interest in criminal, human rights, inquests, administrative, employment, family and migration law preferred. Responsibilities include legal research, proof reading, working on pro bono matters, file review and drafting chronologies on legal matters, summarising briefs of evidence, general administrative duties, sitting in on interviews with clients and solicitors, drafting content for submissions, articles and e-bulletins, follow-up on client matters, and attending court with barristers and solicitors from time to time. In particular, the successful candidate will be working substantially on a 43 year old case that has been reopened in the Supreme Court of NSW involving alleged wrongful convictions against six men. The role will require attendance at Chambers, at Court (periodically),...