Law Clerk

Carroll & O'Dea Lawyers; Sydney; On-site; AUD 34,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance program

Health dollars for wellbeing

Social events

Learning & development

Job summary

Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers in Sydney is seeking a motivated fourth- or fifth-year law student to join our Business Law team as a Law Clerk in the Sydney office. This casual position offers two days of work per week and provides hands-on experience in commercial law.

Working closely with a Partner and Senior Associate, you will assist with matter preparation, client communications, and research, while developing practical legal skills and a professional approach in a supportive, team-based

Qualifications

• Must be currently enrolled in a Bachelor of Laws and have completed at least the fourth year.
• Demonstrated interest in Business/Commercial law and long-term career goals in this area.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to assist with legal and administrative tasks.
• Proactive, positive, and team-oriented approach.
• Professional and empathetic manner when dealing with clients.
• Experience with Microsoft Office 365 and Outlook.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with clients and maintaining professional client relationships.
• Preparation of correspondence, court documents, statements, and subpoenas.
• Assisting with matter preparation and file progression.
• Attending court, mediations and settlements.
• Conducting legal research and court filing as required.
• Extensive file and document management.
• Responding to solicitor and client enquiries.
• Diary management and scheduling support.
• Ad hoc assistance across a broad range of tasks, from basic administrative work to substantive legal matters.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Microsoft Office 365

Education

Bachelor of Laws (4th-year completed)

Tools

Outlook

Job description

Carroll & O’Dea Lawyers is a well-established Australian mid-tier law firm with offices across Sydney, Parramatta, Campbelltown, Wollongong, Newcastle, Raymond Terrace, Hobart and Melbourne.

We provide comprehensive legal services across property, commercial, litigation and dispute resolution, employment & industrial relations, and personal injury law. Our clients include corporations, government, not-for-profit organisations, SMEs and individuals.

At our core, we are a values-led firm. We are committed to delivering high-quality legal advice with integrity, while fostering a supportive and inclusive workplace.

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a motivated fourth- or fifth year studying law & Business (Commerce) student to join our Sydney office as a Law Clerk within our Business Law team.

This casual position offers two days of work per week and provides an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a well-established and highly regarded Commerical/Business law.

Working closely with an experienced Partner & Senior Associate, you will develop practical legal skills, gain exposure to a broad range of commercial matters and play an active role in supporting clients.

We are looking for a proactive and dependable team member who takes pride in their work, enjoys building strong relationships, and is eager to contribute to a collaborative and supportive team environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Liaising with clients and maintaining professional client relationships
• Preparation of correspondence, court documents, statements, and subpoenas
• Assisting with matter preparation and file progression
• Attending court, mediations and settlements
• Conducting legal research and court filing as required
• Extensive file and document management
• Responding to solicitor and client enquiries
• Diary management and scheduling support
• Ad hoc assistance across a broad range of tasks, from basic administrative work to substantive legal matters

Successful Candidates Will Have:

• Be currently completing a Bachelor of Laws and have completed at least their fourth year of study
• A genuine interest in Business/Commercial law and a desire to develop a long-term career in this area
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills
• The ability to effectively manage competing priorities and deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• A willingness to assist with both legal and administrative tasks
• A proactive, positive and team-oriented approach
• A professional, confident and empathetic manner when dealing with clients
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and Outlook
• A blend of working in the office & remotely
• Employee Assistance program
• Annual COD Health dollars towards your health & wellbeing
• Social gatherings and sporting groups
• Internal learning and development program

We require successful applicants to provide a satisfactory police clearance prior to commencing employment. We actively encourage and welcome candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, candidates with a disability, members of the LGBTIQA+ community and Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates to apply.