Professional Program

Queensland

The Firm - Leonard Legal is a mid-tier firm dedicated to providing a range of commercial and litigation services to its clients in a friendly and relaxed, yet professional manner.  We are seeking a full-time graduate / 1st year solicitor for an immediate start.

The Person - We are looking for a person who possess a professional presentation, strong commercial and law acumen, excellent time management skills, excellent written and verbal communication skills, and a commitment to client service.

The Role - Your role will encompass client contact, legal drafting, Court appearances and file management.  Working closely with and reporting to the State Manager, the position will allow you a variety of work to develop your legal skills and knowledge base.

The Benefits - You will be part of a small friendly team and provided the opportunity to have carriage of your own files.  Salary will be in accordance with your experience.

To apply, please send your resume and covering letter to Adam Biddles at abiddles@leonardlegal.com.au

Work Experience for PLT Program Students

Matthew Love Solicitors offer to provide PLT Work Experience in our busy suburban practice located in Capalaba in Brisbane's Bayside area.

The position is part-time and unpaid, however there is some prospect of a full-time paid position eventuating following admission should the right candidate present.

The position will require you to work 2 days per week during business hours with some flexibility.

We will provide work experience principally in the area of family law; however as part of your training you will be given opportunities to work in other areas of law including conveyancing, property, debt recovery, litigation, wills and estates.

In addition to legal work it is expected that you will be willing to assist in general office duties including filing and photocopying if called upon to do so.

The successful candidate will have:

• a current enrolment in a PLT training program;
• a reasonable grasp on reality;
• good people skills;
• a willingness to learn;
• some understanding of the law;
• good typing and grammatical skills;
• attention to detail.

We pride ourselves on being a family friendly workplace and an equal opportunity employer.

We invite you to forward your resume to Matthew Love, at matthew@matthewlove.com.au

Unfortunately only shortlisted candidates will be contacted with offers to attend interview.

The closing date for this position is Friday, 26 June 2009.

Law In Order provides document solutions with offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane.  The position is based in our Brisbane CBD office.

Law In Order is currently enjoying an increased demand for its services and is looking for someone to join the sales team.

We are looking for:

• 2+ years B2B Sales experience
• Proven success in customer acquisition and retention
• A “can do” positive approach to selling
• Self motivated, resilient, energetic and confident in approach
• Ability to strategically identify, research and action new prospects
• Confident in dealing with all levels of decision makers within our client's organisations

Desirable:

• Relevant tertiary qualifications in business, law or technology
• Knowledge of the legal industry

All applicants must have the right to work in Australia.
Previous applicants need not apply. Only short listed applicants will be contacted.

Email your covering letter and resume to grace.simpson@lawinorder.com.au

The Wyndham Legal Service Inc (located in the central business district of Werribee) is seeking a Lawyer with experience in general, family violence and youth specific issues. 

The Wyndham Legal Service Inc has been in operation for over 21 years, providing much needed legal services to a local growing community.  Wyndham Legal Service Inc operates in a professional business suite in the CBD of Werribee.  The Service is committed to supporting it's lawyers achieve Community needs, the Service's outcomes and the lawyers own professional development in a dynamic and flexible work place. 

The position is to undertake advice, casework, court representation, legal education and community development for those most disadvantaged in their access to justice.

Position hours are negotiable from 24 to 38 hours per week depending on funding.  Multi Business Agreement applies. Closes cob Wednesday 15th July 2009. Please contact the Manager at Wyndham Legal Service Inc on (03) 9741 0198 or email Cynthia_Manson@clc.net.au for a Position Description with Key Selection Criteria. 

To apply, please contact Cynthia Manson on 03 9741 0198 or cynthia_manson@clc.net.au

The closing date for this position is Wednesday, 15 July 2009.

Applications are currently being accepted for a number of positions as Associates in the General Division of the Supreme Court. If you wish to apply, your application should include a covering letter, curriculum vitae and a certified copy of your current academic transcript.

Successful applicants will be required to attend the Associates' Induction Programme to be conducted from Monday, 4 January to Friday, 8 January 2010.

Applications are to be posted to the current Associate of the Judge or Judges with whom you are seeking an associateship.

Please view further information and contact details here

We are a niche Sydney-CBD based corporate and commercial law firm, with specialist expertise in tax and superannuation.

We are looking for a law graduate, with very good grades, who would like the freedom of working as part of a young legal team.

If you would like to gain exposure in all areas of commercial, corporate and property law then this is the placement for you.

We are looking for someone looking to fulfil their workplace placement requirements.

Applicants with excellent academic results (in particular, candidates with Honours in Law) should apply.

For more information on our firm, please visit our website at http://www.batallion.com.au

Please forward your application (including a copy of all ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS) to luis.batalha@batallion.com.au. Alternatively, written applications with a CV and academic transcripts may be sent to:

Luis Batalha
Principal
batallion legal
Suite 509, Level 5
379-383 Pitt Street
Sydney NSW 2000

The City and Campsie offices are looking for full time PLT students and graduate solicitors to commence between August to October 2009.

The firm caters mainly to a Chinese clientele and therefore potential candidates would be required to:-

• be able to work full time;
• be fluent in either Mandarin or Cantonese or both;
• be able to read and write (type) Chinese.

Please submit your cover letter and CV to Dixon Huang by email or fax.
Email: info@austinhaworthlexon.com
Fax: (02) 9267 6969

The closing date for this position is 1 October 2009.

The Builders' Lawyer is a long established litigation law firm, specialized in building and construction law, located outer CBD.

We have two graduate lawyers position open on a contract basis to candidates who are enthusiastic, eager to learn and who have excellent academic records. Drafting and research abilities and typing skills are essential.  Interest and technical background in construction industry are highly regarded.   Award wage, but usual professional hours!

We offer you a chance to get started in litigation while being focused on legal research.  

To apply, please email your cover letter with CV including references to info@thebuilderslawyer.com   Reference will be taken in writing.

We are currently seeking a dedicated law student/graduate to complete their PLT Placement.

You will have the opportunity to conduct a variety of duties including:

• Undertaking legal research;
• Drafting documents and correspondence;
• Liaising with clients and other parties;
• File management;
• Assisting solicitors in court matters;
• Participating in Community Legal Education projects.

Please contact the Central Coast Community Legal Centre on (02) 4353 4988 or admin_cclc@clc.net.au

A legal firm located in Sydney CBD practices both in corporate/commercial law. There is a PLT position created only for both full-time and part-time students wishing to complete their 15 weeks practical legal training.

The position will provide excellent environment for a new graduate to be involved in client management, legal research, file organisation, document preparation, and administration tasks under the supervision of our senior professional team.

We are seeking law graduates who are enthusiastic, outgoing, with an interest in the financial, commercial or the IT area, particularly applicants who is able to speak an Asian language.

Please submit your CV, academic result indicating when you are available to commence and the number of days available in a week in a covering letter to Mary at maryinf@gmail.com or call 02 9232 8817

Please forward your CV with a covering letter to the Executive Director of AFACT at visitortemp@afact.com.au

The closing date for this position is Wednesday, July 15 2009.

To apply, please forward your cover letter, resume, academic transcript to ming.chen@tanglinlaw.com

Please email your confidential application to the_peoples_solicitors@hotmail.com

Applications accepted through to early August 2009.

G J Fong & Co and G J Fong Pty Ltd are reputable legal and accounting firms situated in World Square of Sydney CBD. We have multiple positions available for accounting graduates to complete their CPA and law graduates to complete PLT requirement for their admission.

We need someone who can work independently, can work as a team and obtain strong communication skill. You will be involved in a variety of tasks including drafting documents, legal research and general administrative duties. For accounting graduate, you will be exposed to different accounting and tax liability matters.

Applicants with a second language and graduated with double degree (Bachelor of Law and Bachelor of Commerce/Accounting) are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Applicants need to be available for Immediate Start.

Should you be interested in either of the above position, please forward us your cover letter, CV and academic transcript to Ms Ching PHANG at ching@gjfong.com.au. Please note that the above positions are on a full time basis.

This is an exciting new opportunity for a junior/intermediate lawyer with at least 1-2 years PAE experience to join our busy and friendly team based in Liverpool CBD.

This role will offer a variety of work within a dynamic environment suited to a proactive and solutions-orientated solicitor/paralegal.

The successful applicants will:

• have excellent interpersonal and communication skills,
• be highly motivated and diligent in their work,
• demonstrate an ability to work independently and thrive on a challenge,
• have 1-2 years hands on experience in residential and commercial conveyancing transactions.

If you are ready to take the next step in your legal career then this could be the position for you. 

Please forward applications and enquiries to Tianna:
Email: jtlegalpractice@gmail.com
Fax: 02 8798 1026

The City and Campsie offices are looking for full time PLT students and graduate solicitors to commence between August to October 2009.

The firm caters mainly to a Chinese clientele and therefore potential candidates would be required to:-

• be able to work full time;
• be fluent in either Mandarin or Cantonese or both;
• be able to read and write (type) Chinese.

Please submit your cover letter and CV to Annabella Chu by email or fax.
Email: annabella.chu@austinhaworthlexon.com
Fax: (02) 9267 6969

The closing date for this position is Thursday, 1 October 2009.

We are seeking a graduate to conduct their PLT training with us. Your main area of specialisation will be Property Law and you will be managing a very busy property department and the day to day management of Conveyancing files.

We will train you in giving advice to clients on legal issues regarding conduct of:

• Legal and commercial advise to Property Developers with commercial and residential matters
• Commercial Conveyancing, preparation of proposed lot contracts, Leasing, Business Conveyancing
• Client liaison (by telephone and in person)
• Drafting documents (including Contract, General Agreements and Titles Office documents)
• Drafting complex correspondence
• Participation in client interviews
• Reviewing searches
• Witnessing documents

If your're ready to commence your training, please send all CVs to vivsue@yahoo.com

Jacobs Legal, which has been newly established, is a boutique law firm situated in Sydney's CBD.

Our firm's main focus is the arear of commercial and criminal litigation, family law, tax and immigration.

Our firm curently has a position available for an eligible student who wishes to undertake their 15 week practical legal training with us.

Speaking a foreign language is an advantage, for example, Korean, Chinese, Japanese etc.

The successful applicant will be expected to:

• be hard working and focused;
• have excellent verbal and written communication skills;
• be a sekf starter wutg a "can do" attitude;
• be confident, willing to do multi-task and take initiatives; and
• be willing to work at least 3 days per week

Please forward resumes to: jacobjang@jacobslegal.com.au

We require an energetic law student wishing to undertake a PLT Practical Placement with a view to graduate employment.

We are situated in Neutral Bay.

Grahame Jackson & Associates is a progressive small sized firm with a wide ranging practice of conveyancing, commercial, family & litigation work.

Your responsibilities will include;

• assisting our lawyers in drafting commercial documents and correspondence,
• doing legal research,
• assisting with Conveyancing files
• file management and general office duties.

Our ideal candidate may recently have completed or be close to completing their legal studies, and will be able to demonstrate the following attributes:
• Highly developed time management skills, and a demonstrated ability to diligently and efficiently perform assigned tasks to deadline and to high professional standards
• Demonstrated ability to prioritise multiple tasks with differing deadlines and follow up on outstanding tasks
• A proactive, self-motivated and responsible approach to work
• Ability to work under pressure and remain focussed
• A willingness to "go the extra mile" and assist with urgent work outside of standard hours
• Advanced and professional interpersonal skills

If you are an enthusiastic and committed self-starter and you want to gain invaluable experience in the legal profession, please send your CV and academic record to: grahamejackson@gjalaw.com

Greenacre Lawyers is a boutique law firm based in Greenacre, Sydney. We currently have an opening for a Casual Administrative Assistant or Paralegal to join our firm for an immediate start.

You will enjoy a range of matter's ranging from Criminal Law to Conveyancing.

You will possess excellent attention to detail, professionalism and an exceptional phone manner.

Law students are welcome to apply.

Applications must be made in writing only and addressed to:
Manager at: ali@abboudandco.com.au