At a Glance
- Tasks: Gain hands-on legal experience through research, document preparation, and client meetings.
- Company: Join Hall & Wilcox, a leading independent Australian law firm.
- Benefits: Enjoy mentoring, career coaching, and access to training programs.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive culture with opportunities for clerkships and graduate programs.
- Why this job: Make a real impact while learning from experienced lawyers in a supportive environment.
- Qualifications: Must be a law student eager to learn and grow.
The predicted salary is between 28.8 - 35.2 $ per hour.
At Hall & Wilcox we are committed to providing law students with the opportunity to gain valuable legal experience whilst they are completing their degree. We offer casual paralegal opportunities across all of our locations. We have offices in Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Melbourne, Newcastle, Perth and Sydney.
Paralegals are recruited throughout the year for short-term projects or ongoing roles depending on business needs. As a paralegal you could be involved in legal research, preparing court documents, large scale e-discovery, drafting correspondence, attending client meetings and running small litigation matters from start to finish.
At Hall & Wilcox You Will Be Offered:
- a buddy from day one;
- a structured induction program;
- mentoring from experienced lawyers;
- a diverse range of learning and development opportunities;
- access to our Foundation Legal Skills Academy - a training program that provides practical training for those in their early career on cross practice foundation legal and business skills;
- hands-on practical legal experience;
- career coaching with our Early Careers team;
- the opportunity to apply to our clerkship and/or graduate programs.
About Us: At Hall & Wilcox, we deliver outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia. Our purpose is to enable our clients, our people and our communities to thrive.
We do great work, smarter. We’re passionate about the work we do and the long-term value it creates for clients. We’re known for our Smarter Law brand promise. We listen. We partner. We solve.
We are known for having a culture that values people, and lives our purpose and our Hallmarks, our shared values. Hall & Wilcox is a successful independent Australian law firm; a place to belong, with the freedom to learn and grow. We thrive together. We are diverse and inclusive; everyone is welcome and respected. We encourage applications from candidates of all cultural backgrounds (including First Nations), abilities, sexual orientation and gender identities.
We are committed to supporting candidates with disability so that every candidate is offered a fair, equitable and supportive recruitment experience. If you require any adjustments or support to complete your application, or if you have any questions, please contact Archie Marchant, Talent Acquisition Co-ordinator, for a confidential discussion.
Casual Paralegal in Newcastle employer: Hall & Wilcox
Hall & Wilcox is an excellent employer for corporate & commercial lawyers, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and professional growth. Located in Brisbane, the firm provides significant learning opportunities through hands-on experience with diverse transactions across various industries, ensuring that employees are well-equipped to advance their careers. With a supportive team environment and the chance to connect with colleagues across multiple cities, this role promises a rewarding and meaningful career path.
