PLT (paid)

Collaw; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

August Legal & Associates in Sydney's Inner West seeks a recent law graduate to join our growing general practice on a full- or part-time basis. You will gain hands-on experience across family law, criminal law, civil litigation, property law and migration matters.

Work closely with the Principal Solicitor in court, client conferences and day-to-day practice. You will draft correspondence, court documents and legal submissions while developing advocacy and client-management skills.

Qualifications

• Recent law graduate with PLT enrollment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Well organised, proactive and detail oriented.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience across a broad range of legal matters.
• Draft correspondence, court documents, legal submissions and other documents.
• Work closely with the Principal Solicitor in court, conferences and day-to-day practice.
• Develop advocacy, client management and file management skills.

Skills

Excellent communication

Well organised

Independent & team player

Education

Law degree

PLT enrollment

Job description

Are you a motivated law graduate looking to build your career in a supportive, hands-on and fast-paced general practice? August Legal & Associates is seeking a recent law graduate to join our growing team on either a full-time or part-time basis.

Based in Sydney's Inner West, August Legal & Associates is a results-focused general practice committed to delivering practical, compassionate and client-focused legal services. Our practice spans family law, criminal law, civil litigation, property law and migration law, providing an excellent opportunity to gain broad experience across multiple areas of law.

About the Role

As part of our close-knit team, you will have the opportunity to:

• Gain hands-on experience across a broad range of legal matters.
• Work closely with the Principal Solicitor in court, client conferences and day-to-day legal practice.
• Draft correspondence, court documents, legal submissions and other legal documents.
• Develop your advocacy, client management and file management skills.
• Receive mentoring and ongoing professional development within a growing practice.
• Make a genuine difference by helping clients navigate challenging legal issues.

About You

We are looking for someone who is:

• A recent law graduate and has enrolled in PLT course.
• Passionate about developing a long-term career in private practice.
• An excellent communicator with strong written and verbal skills.
• Well organised, proactive and attention to details.
• Able to work both independently and collaboratively within a small team.
• Professional, empathetic and committed to delivering high-quality client service.
• Able to manage competing priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in a second language is highly regarded but not essential.
• Previous experience in private practice or general practice is highly regarded but not essential.

Why Join August Legal?

At August Legal, junior lawyers are given genuine responsibility from an early stage while receiving close supervision and mentoring. You will gain practical experience, attend court, work directly with clients and be exposed to a wide variety of matters that will accelerate your professional development.