Junior Lawyer – Litigation, Family & Criminal Law

Avondale Lawyers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Avondale Lawyers in Sydney is seeking a Junior Lawyer to assist across family law, criminal law, civil and commercial litigation, employment disputes and debt recovery. You will work with the Principal Solicitor and Senior Associate from client conferences through to court proceedings, developing drafting, research and advocacy skills in a supportive environment.

Admitted in Australia with NSW practising certificate eligibility, you will manage deadlines, liaise with courts and clients, and

Qualifications

• Be admitted or eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in Australia.
• Strong drafting, research and analytical skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Capable of managing competing priorities and deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Draft affidavits, Statements of Claim, Defences, Cross-Claims and other court documents.
• Prepare Consent Orders and family law documents.
• Draft correspondence, letters of demand, settlement offers and client advice.
• Review briefs of evidence, affidavits and police material.
• Prepare subpoenas and respond to subpoenas and notices to produce.
• Prepare briefs and instructions to counsel.
• Assist with interlocutory applications and contested proceedings.
• Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries and legal advice.
• Manage electronic court filing and procedural requirements.
• Liaise with courts, registries, barristers, solicitors, police and government departments.

Skills

Legal drafting

Legal research

Analytical skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Client communication

Organisation

Time management

Independence

Teamwork

Litigation interest

Education

Practising certificate NSW

Job description

Junior Lawyer – Litigation, Family & Criminal Law

The successful candidate will assist with and progressively take responsibility for a broad range of legal work across family law, criminal law, civil and commercial litigation, employment disputes, debt recovery and general legal matters. You will work closely with the Principal Solicitor and Senior Associate and gain exposure to matters from initial client conferences through to preparation, negotiation, court proceedings and finalisation.

Key responsibilities

Drafting affidavits, Statements of Claim, Defences, Cross-Claims, applications and other court documents

Preparing Consent Orders, Short Minutes of Order and other family law documents

Drafting legal correspondence, letters of demand, settlement offers and client advice

Reviewing and analysing briefs of evidence, affidavits, financial documents, police material and other evidence

Preparing subpoenas and responding to subpoenas and notices to produce

Preparing briefs and instructions to counsel

Assisting with interlocutory applications and contested proceedings

Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries and legal advice

Managing electronic court filing and procedural requirements

Liaising with courts, registries, barristers, solicitors, police and government departments

About you

Be admitted as a legal practitioner in Australia and hold, or be eligible to obtain, a practising certificate in New South Wales

Possess strong legal drafting, research and analytical skills

Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills

Be confident communicating directly with clients

Have strong organisational skills and attention to detail

Be capable of managing competing priorities and deadlines

Demonstrate initiative, professionalism and reliability

Be able to work independently and collaboratively

Have a genuine interest in litigation, advocacy and court work

Be motivated to develop their legal skills and professional career

About us

Avondale Lawyers is a busy and growing Sydney law firm based in Drummoyne, acting for clients across a broad range of matters including family law, criminal law, civil and commercial litigation, employment disputes, debt recovery and general legal matters.

Work directly with experienced senior legal practitioners

Gain extensive exposure to litigation and court proceedings

Develop strong drafting, advocacy and negotiation skills

Work directly with clients

Assist in preparing matters for hearings, mediations and negotiations

Gain experience across several areas of law

Attend court appearances and conferences

Progressively take responsibility for your own matters

Develop your legal career in a supportive, hands-on environment