69 jobs found in new south wales

Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated individual for a Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement. This opportunity is ideal for candidates aiming to gain hands-on experience in diverse legal areas. The successful candidate will work closely with our experienced solicitors, engaging in various legal tasks and making contributions to our practice. Key Responsibilities: Assist in drafting and preparing legal documents, including briefs, court documents, contracts, and conveyancing paperwork. Conduct legal research and analysis across our practice areas. Support solicitors in case preparation, including evidence collection, client communications, and coordination with external entities. Participate in court appearances, mediations, and other legal appointments under supervision. Provide administrative support to the team, including file management and correspondence. Attend client meetings and assist in providing legal advice under the supervision of our...

Junior Solicitor – Join an Award-Winning, Innovative Legal Firm! Location:  Inverell - Northern NSW Full-Time Permanent Role Lyon Legal & Conveyancing Services is transforming the legal landscape, blending traditional legal practice with modern innovation to achieve outstanding client outcomes. We are a passionate and forward-thinking firm looking for a talented Junior Solicitor to join our growing team. About the Role This is an exciting opportunity for a Junior solicitor to take charge of their career. You will represent clients in court, criminal Matters, and family law matters, provide strategic legal advice, and work closely with a supportive team dedicated to delivering top-tier legal services. What You’ll Do: ✔ Manage a diverse caseload in matters related to divorce, child custody, property settlements, Estate       Planning, Conveyancing and criminal defence ✔ Appear confidently in court, including procedural and contested hearings ✔ Communicate...

Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer – Full-Time Location: Drummoyne Office   We are a long-established law firm seeking a full-time Solicitor or Licensed Conveyancer to join our property team, working from our Drummoyne office.  The successful candidate will have a strong focus on conveyancing and leasing work , with responsibilities to include:  Reviewing Contracts for Sale and advising clients Preparing matters for property settlement, including all associated pre-settlement work Attending to settlements via PEXA Managing administrative tasks post-settlement Reviewing and assisting with commercial and retail leases , including client correspondence and preparation/execution of lease documents Providing clear and practical advice to clients throughout each stage of the transaction   Experience and Skills:   We are looking for someone who is: Proficient in the use of PEXA Experienced in residential, strata, and...

Lyon Legal & Conveyancing Services is looking for a Graduate Solicitor to work in our busy, exciting and growing law firm located in Inverell (Northern NSW). The role   may variably involve working in the following areas of law: Criminal Law; Family Law;  Please address your experience in each area in your cover letter. Your duties   will include legal research, drafting legal documents and correspondence, filing court documents, managing files, performing general administrative duties, and assisting our senior solicitors as required.   The successful candidate should possess the following skills:— The successful candidate will: Be able to manage end-to-end carriage of family law and criminal matters; Be able to work unsupervised; Conduct client interviews, taking instructions from clients and briefing barristers when required; Strong communication skills; Tailor legal advice to individual clients; Have strong negotiation skills;...

Purpose of Position The Deputy Associate is part of a small team who assist the Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. This role also assists with the preparation of Court materials for the judge and involves undertaking legal research and assisting with judgment preparation as required. Key Responsibilities and Duties Assist in the conduct of Court proceedings, including the transcription of orders, ensuring the orderly conduct of matters and general Courtroom management. Assist the Associate in the day-to-day management of chambers including responding to enquiries and as required, managing the Associate inbox on behalf of the Judge. Undertake legal research as required by the Judge, including identifying relevant legislation, summarising key legal authorities and preparation and maintenance of legal research materials. Assist the Judge with the management of cases and, as required, enter data into the Court’s case management systems to reflect...

Hunter Shafiz Lawyers is offering a remote Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement opportunity for eligible PLT students (preferably Juris Doctor candidates) based in New South Wales. This is an unpaid position, with a commitment of up to two days per week. During your placement, you will gain hands-on legal experience and be assessed on your practical legal skills. You will be actively involved in real legal matters and supported by experienced practitioners. Key Responsibilities: Drafting legal documents and correspondence Filing documents with the courts Liaising with clients, courts, government departments and experts General administrative duties Eligibility: PLT students only (law students will not be considered) Based in New South Wales Eligible to work in Australia Immediate start preferred About You: Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills Strong communication and interpersonal...

Purpose of Position The Deputy Associate is part of a small team who assist the Judge in the day-to-day management of Chambers and Court. This role also assists with the preparation of Court materials for the judge and involves undertaking legal research and assisting with judgment preparation as required. Key Responsibilities and Duties Assist in the conduct of Court proceedings, including the transcription of orders, ensuring the orderly conduct of matters and general Courtroom management. Assist the Associate in the day-to-day management of chambers including responding to enquiries and as required, managing the Associate inbox on behalf of the Judge. Undertake legal research as required by the Judge, including identifying relevant legislation, summarising key legal authorities and preparation and maintenance of legal research materials. Assist the Judge with the management of cases and, as required, enter data into the Court’s case management...

Junior Criminal Lawyer – Sydney Criminal Lawyers Location: Sydney, NSW Position: Full-time Experience: 0-2 years post-admission About Us: Sydney Criminal Lawyers is a highly respected and dynamic legal practice dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in criminal law matters. We pride ourselves on our client-centred approach, legal expertise, and dedication to achieving the best possible outcomes for our clients. We are seeking a passionate and motivated Criminal Lawyer to join our team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career lawyer looking to build their career in criminal law with a supportive and experienced team. Key Responsibilities: Represent clients in a wide range of criminal law matters, including summary and indictable offences. Appear in Local, District, and Children's Courts. Conduct Pleas, Hearings, intruct in District and Supreme Court Trials, Section 14 Applications, Licence Appeals, Bail...

Lighthouse Law Group (LLG) is based in Five Dock, Glebe, Earlwood & Liverpool! We have an opening in our GLEBE office and need the right person to help one of our experienced practitioners with: Conveyancing Family law Wills & Estate Planning Family Provision Claims Buying and selling businesses Business and commercial law Leases You will work with different team members to ensure all admin tasks, research & drafting is complete.   What we are Looking For Confidence Good communicator Technologically Savvy (Outlook / Word / Microsoft Teams / Smokeball) Salary If you're successful, you will receive 1 week's unpaid training. After, your salary will be set according to the Legal Services Award. How to Apply Send your CV to peterf@lawgroup.com.au asap. We'll arrange a Teams Meeting to conduct the Interview.

About Varess Varess is one of only five law firms to have received a Tier 1 National Ranking for Immigration Law in the 2026 Best Law Firms Awards for Australia. Varess is also ranked Tier 1 in Sydney for both Immigration Law and Human rights Law in those same awards. Services The firm provides: visa, nomination and sponsorship application advice and assistance across all categories; representation and advice in relation to: (a) Administrative Review Tribunal ( ART ) 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;...

Lighthouse Law Group (LLG) is based in Five Dock, Glebe, Earlwood & Liverpool! We have an opening in our GLEBE office and need the right person to help one of our experienced practitioners with: Conveyancing Family law Wills & Estate Planning Family Provision Claims Buying and selling businesses Business and commercial law Leases You will work with different team members to ensure all admin tasks, research & drafting is complete.   What we are Looking For Confidence Good communicator Technologically Savvy (Outlook / Word / Microsoft Teams / Smokeball) Salary If you're successful, you will receive 1 week's unpaid training. After, your salary will be set according to the Legal Services Award. How to Apply Send your CV to peterf@lawgroup.com.au asap. We'll arrange a Teams Meeting to conduct the Interview.

This job is suited to: Law graduates / junior lawyers   Candidates with full-time availability   Individuals with strong academic credentials   Those interested in working in-house   Applicants with prior experience (preferred but not essential) About the Role Join a leading legal, financial services and insurance business based in North Sydney. As part of the Group   Risk & Compliance team, you'll support the management of regulatory risk across the organisation. The role offers hands-on exposure to regulatory change, policy advocacy, compliance support, and engagement with internal and external stakeholders in a dynamic in-house environment.   Key Responsibilities Regulatory Change & Compliance Monitor and summarise developments from regulators (ASIC, APRA, Treasury, ICA)   Maintain registers, dashboards, and tracking tools   Draft summaries and impact assessments of legal and regulatory changes   Support...

This role is ideal for: Final-year law students or recent graduates   Candidates available 4–5 days per week for the next 3 months   Individuals with strong academic performance and a willingness to gain broad in-house legal experience   Those seeking immediate start and comfortable working in a hybrid arrangement   About the Opportunity A leading not-for-profit aged and home care organisation is seeking a capable and proactive interim paralegal to support its legal and governance functions because of a recent merger. This role offers the chance to contribute meaningfully to a live, complex corporate restructuring while building hands-on experience in legal research, administration, and company secretarial support.   Key Details Contract Length: 2–3 months (potential for extension at the discretion of the client)   Hours: Full-time preferred (4–5 days/week), 9am–5pm standard work hours   Location: Hybrid – 1–2 days/week in...

Berrigan Doube Lawyers is a boutique law firm with offices in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. We are known for our legal expertise and experience in the areas of Litigation, Business and Commercial, Banking and Finance, Owners Corporation, Employment, Property, Family and Migration We are currently seeking a PLT student to join our team in Sydney. As a PLT student, you will be working closely with our experienced lawyers in a variety of areas, including Employment, Property and Business/Commercial Law but principally in an employment law capacity. Duties include: Legal research; Drafting articles; Drafting legal documents and correspondence; Attending Court and Commissions; Filing Court documents; Liaising with clients; General administrative duties, and File management. The successful candidates will possess: A keen interest in Employment Law; Strong legal research and analytical skills; Excellent...

A leading Yegal client is seeking law students / graduates to join their claims team on a short term initial contract. This position is ideal for someone who might be lacking corporate office experience on their CV or close to graduation. A claims role is also a positive choice for someone who might be considering a volunteer role with a law firm given this is a paid role with a company who is a client of a number of leading law firms. Experience in financial services, law or insurance viewed favourably but not essential. Claims roles are often a bridge between university graduation and law firm roles long term. This position involves the management of a portfolio of common law liability claims. When these claims are complex you will refer them to external law firms for advice. Your Duties • End to end management of insurance claims and acting as an advocate for the client throughout the claims process • Interpreting and advising on policy...

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 Legal research   In this role you will gain valuable experience while satisfying the practical experience requirements of The College of Law.

Part-time Law Graduate/PLT for a commercial and tax litigation and white-collar crime focused CBD law firm on a paid basis. Under the direct supervision of the experienced principal lawyer. Permitted to work from home time to time as appropriate.

Australian Criminal and Family Lawyers is a firm located in the heart of Sydney CBD and Parramatta. As our name suggests, our main areas of practice are criminal and family law.  We are a collaborative team who work closely together to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients. This position is best suited to someone who has already graduated and is looking to gain experience in criminal law. The ideal candidate is someone who has a passion for criminal law and a desire to practise in the area. A strong academic background, excellent communication skills, and a confident disposition are necessary attributes of an ideal candidate. To be considered for the role, please send all resumes to info@acfl.com.au  

We locate in Sydney CBD and mainly practise in Civil Litigation, Family Law, Conveyancing, Immigration,  commercial and corporate law.  We currently have one PLT position open (full time/part time) for the candidate with the following ability/skills: Strong research and communication skills; Willing to do all the work covering different areas of law; Strong academic background with good writing skills; Ability to work within a busy team and willing to help other members; Responsible and reliable; Able to work on full time or three days per week; Start Immediately.

Peerzada & Associates - PLT Student Opportunity Peerzada & Associates, a well-established legal practice in Auburn, is seeking a Professional Legal Training (PLT) student to join our dynamic team. This is a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work closely with our experienced lawyers across various areas of law, including Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Family Law, Conveyancing, and Immigration Law. Key Responsibilities: Assist with file management and legal documentation. Draft legal documents and correspondence. Conduct initial client interviews and manage client communication. Support senior lawyers and barristers in Criminal, Family, and Civil law matters. Provide general assistance in the office’s daily operations. Requirements: Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Ability to work effectively under pressure. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Please note that this is an unpaid position ....