Law Graduate/Junior Solicitor

Acquire Legal Pty; Brisbane; Hybrid; AUD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Hybrid remote options

Job summary

Acquire Legal Pty in Spring Hill, QLD is seeking a Law Graduate or Junior Solicitor to join a dynamic practice focusing on conveyancing, wills and estates, commercial law, and business sales. The role offers hands-on experience across property settlements, legal research, wills, and leasing, with initial training and ongoing development.

Prior experience is valued but not required. The position features flexible working arrangements with hybrid remote options and some office days.

Qualifications

• Recent law graduate or completed law degree with admission planned within 12 months.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Proficient in MS Office and legal research tools.

Responsibilities

• Assist with conveyancing, property settlements and leasing documentation.
• Prepare wills and related estate planning documents under supervision.
• Draft briefs for contested matters and litigation support.
• Support commercial transactions including business sales.
• Maintain accurate and organised files and records.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders and provide research support.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Written communication

Verbal communication

Independent work

Team collaboration

Initiative

Interpersonal skills

Legal research

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Education

Law degree (Admitted within 1 year)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Legal research tools

Job description

Position Title: Law Graduate/Junior Solicitor
Location: Spring Hill, QLD
Working Arrangement: Flexible, with hybrid remote work options available subject to initial training. Some office days required on an ongoing basis.

About Us:
We are a dynamic legal practice specialising in conveyancing, wills and estates, commercial law, and business sales. We pride ourselves on delivering high-quality legal services with a focus on detail and client satisfaction. We are looking for a motivated and enthusiastic Law Graduate or Junior Solicitor to join our team.

Position Overview:
The successful candidate will assist with a range of legal tasks, including conveyancing, property settlements, legal research, preparation of wills, preparing briefs for contested matters, and handling leasing and commercial transactions, including business sales. This role offers an excellent opportunity to gain hands-on experience in various areas of law and develop your skills in a supportive environment.

Prior experience in a similar role will be highly regarded, but not a pre-requisite.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in managing property settlement matters, including preparing documents, working in PEXA, processing transfer duty assessments and liaising with clients and stakeholders.
• Conduct legal research to support ongoing matters and provide assistance to Principal Lawyer.
• Prepare wills and related estate planning documents under supervision.
• Draft and prepare briefs for contested matters and litigation.
• Support the preparation and review of leasing agreements and other commercial documents.
• Assist in business sales transactions, including drafting and reviewing contracts and agreements.
• Maintain accurate and organised files and records.
• Liaising with various stakeholders.

Key Qualifications:

• A recent law graduate or completed law degree (Admitted or capable of achieving admission within one (1) year).
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Demonstrates good initiative and interpersonal skills.
• Strong research skills with the ability to interpret and apply legal principles effectively.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and legal research tools.

What We Offer:

• Flexible working arrangements, including the option to work remotely.
• A supportive and collaborative environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to a variety of legal areas and hands-on experience with real cases.

If you are passionate about starting your legal career in a team that values growth and initiative, we’d love to hear from you.