At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on experience in various legal matters and work closely with experienced solicitors.
- Company: August Legal & Associates, a supportive and results-focused general practice in Sydney's Inner West.
- Benefits: Mentoring, professional development, and the chance to make a real difference for clients.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and learning.
- Why this job: Kickstart your legal career with genuine responsibility and diverse experiences from day one.
- Qualifications: Recent law graduate enrolled in PLT course with strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 $ per year.
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.
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