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Expressions of Interest Sought The College of Law invites expressions of interest from legal practitioners who wish to be engaged as adjunct law lecturers to provide services of lecturing, workshop facilitating and/or assessing as described below. Adjunct law lecturers are engaged on an as needs and when required basis.   The requirements Lecturers, workshop facilitators and assessors are responsible for providing students with a high quality teaching and learning experience whilst they are completing their PLT.   Lecturers are responsible for facilitating students teaching and learning whilst they are completing the online component of the PLT. The program is delivered via the canvas learning platform over a 15 or 30 week period. Engagement may be for 10 to 20 hours per week over a 15 or 30 week period.   Workshop facilitators are responsible for facilitating students teaching and learning during the face to face one week professional skills course that is delivered at the beginning of each intake. Engagement may be for one or more half or full day workshops for one or more of the professional skills courses.   Assessors are responsible for assessing students periodically throughout their PLT courses via video and or tele conference. Assessors are engaged on half or full day basis.  We are currently looking to engage a number of adjunct lecturers for our Queensland Practical Legal Training program.  Teaching would be on an as and when required basis and both face to face and online.   This is an opportunity to work flexibly as part of a dynamic and highly engaged team.   Required qualifications and experience: Experience as an Australian Legal Practitioner Demonstrated aptitude for teaching Enthusiasm for the development and continual improvement of teaching skills Demonstrated ability to work cooperatively with colleagues in a team An enthusiasm for the practice of law and an ability to communicate that enthusiasm An understanding of the strategic context of the legal profession and its associated industries Excellent communication skills, both oral and written Demonstrated capacity or willingness to contribute to the creation and maintenance of course materials (multi-media and online), stakeholder liaison and project management Sound project management skills with demonstrated ability to multi-task and achieve priorities within tight timelines Awareness of educational technologies including online delivery Proficiency in use of MS Office Independent contractors must have an Australian Business Number (ABN). If you are interested in being part of a growing national operation, please email your resume and covering letter to recruitment@collaw.edu.au by 4 August 2017.

Our firm AHL Legal is a busy and expanding practice seeking energetic lawyers to join our offices in Sunnybank, Brisbane. It is the largest Chinese law firm in Australia.  This is a great opportunity for those with a minimum 1 year PAE in the private sector and is a keen team player.   The role You will be assisting senior lawyers in providing a full range of services across a number of areas, including: -Property -Litigation -Commercial (general advisory) -Family Law -Crime   Successful candidates may have greater exposure to litigious matters in superior courts and gain cross-border legal service experiences.   Duties will include but not limited to: - Preparing originating processes, witness statements and other court documents; - Conducting legal research; - Handling legal documents, file administration and assisting in general carriage; - Drafting correspondence to clients and other parties; and - Client relationship management.     The candidate You will work autonomously with solid support and supervision from senior members of our team.    To be successful you will also need to demonstrate the following: - Be able to speak Chinese, is essential; - Second language prefer; - Minimum of 1-2 years post admission experience; -Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with sound attention to details; - Outstanding time management skills and ability to handle pressure; - Ability to work well within a team and autonomously; - Experience and ability to develop strong client relationships.   Remuneration You will be offered: A competitive remuneration structure; Further performance based incentive which remunerates you much better than your base salary; Opportunities for outstanding employees to work overseas in Shanghai or Beijing offices; Access to strong mentorship; Opportunities to contribute to a pro bono program to give back to our community; Opportunities to relocate to other interstate offices.   To apply/More Information         Please forward your resume and a one-page cover letter to HR@ahllegal.com . For more information about AHL Legal, visit: www.ahllegal.com  

Support the Director directly in the conduct of files while transitioning from a junior lawyer to an independent practitioner.  The fields practiced will include commercial and property.  

Certus Legal Group runs a hands on PLT program that has a 100% employment rate.  You will be working as part of a team with a solicitor and a legal assistant. We have positions in conveyancing & property and commercial law. Email resume and cover letter to d.richards@certuslegal.com.au  

  AE & Associates Law and Migration is a unique multi-disciplinary firm based in Brisbane Fortitude Valley (next to CBD). We are dedicated towards delivering reliable and quality legal services to our diverse clientele – Individuals and Business clients comprising of both Local and overseas clients (including Hong Kong, Taiwan & China). Accordingly, we have a high requirement for lawyers and legal support staff who can fluently speak Mandarin and Cantonese. We offer exposure to a wide range of legal matters including Conveyancing, Commercial/Business, Wills & Estate, Personal Injuries, Criminal Law & Traffic matters, Litigation, Migration Law & Visa Applications & Appeals; and Family Law. Due to growth of our firm, we now the following positions available: voluntary PLT PLACEMENT to meet the requirements of completing their Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice During the placement with us, you are likely to gain experience in: Liaising with clients, other solicitors and financial institutions Observing and taking notes during consultations with clients Observing [appearing] during Mediations and Court appearances Exposure to Document Management Drafting correspondence, advice and court documents Researching legislation and case law Preparing briefs to counsel Exposure to Office Administration Attending to settlements, Courts and Government Departments All works are supervised by the Principal.   Ideal applicants are expected to demonstrate: Native level fluency in Mandarin (oral, written and reading) is ESSENTIAL. Previous Secretarial/Administrative and LEAP legal software experience is PREFERRED   The positions will commence immediately upon successful application. Ideally the candidate for the PLT placement would be able to work for at least 4 days/week for a minimum period of 3 months. This position may lead to a permanent position in the firm. To apply for this position at AE & Associates Law and Accounting, please submit your CV, Current Academic Transcript and Brief Letter to alan@aelaw.com.au All applications will be treated in confidence.                                                                                                          If you wish to discuss this opportunity in further detail, you may contact us on 0415 668 668. We will contact applicants whom successfully secure an interview.    

Our organisation is a well-established migration firm situated on Park Road, Milton. We are seeking GDLP students to assist staff across broad areas of responsibility. Successful applicants will be supervised and their activities will depend on the day to day requirements of senior staff. Although this position is unpaid, you will learn about our firm’s work while developing personal skills and experience. The Internship can take between 8 to 12 weeks and be either part of full time. The successful applicant will meet the following criteria: Be eligible to work in Australia Demonstrated interest in Migration law Excellent attention for detail Good computer and strong organization skills Work independently and is self-motivated Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel and Outlook Ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines Excellent English skills A second language is desirable but not mandatory. Interested parties can apply by sending resume including availability to reception@nobordersgroup.com.au