Legal Opportunities
Last updated 9/03/2026
Paralegal — Studio 77
We are currently looking for a Paralegal, or someone with a similar level of legal administrative experience, for 4-8 weeks starting asap. They will be based in Chippendale. The role will be paid.
This role will be helping one of our clients by organising files and documents and assisting them with the chronology of their documentation.
The case is a civil case, but the candidate needs to have a strong understanding of criminal courts and an interest in both areas of law.
If interested, please contact Carla - cbentley@studio77.org.au
2027 Associate Position — Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry)
The Hon Justice Sam Vandongen invites applications for the position as his Associate in chambers at the Federal Court of Australia (Perth Registry), commencing on 19 July 2027 for a period of 18 months.
Associates are employed as part of the Judge's personal chambers staff. The responsibility of an Associate is to provide operational, administrative and technical legal support to his Honour, both in chambers and in court. Associates liaise extensively with the legal profession, observe the work of advocates and the judiciary, and gain working knowledge of legal principles, processes and legislation.
The role has a wide variety of tasks and responsibilities, some of which include:
preparation of correspondence and other communication required in the management of judicial chambers;
liaising with internal and external stakeholders including other judicial officers, counsel, solicitors, other court staff, court users, registry officers and the public;
assisting the judicial officer with the coordination and case management of matters and hearings;
drafting, editing and proofreading orders and judgments;
maintaining all relevant information in case management systems; and
undertaking legal research.
Applicants should possess the following attributes:
a law degree (completed as at July 2027);
a strong record of academic achievement;
a high level of organisation and administrative efficiency;
strong research and analytical skills;
excellent verbal, interpersonal and written communication skills; and
editorial skills.
His Honour particularly encourages applications from persons who have an interest in litigation and advocacy.
Applications should include a curriculum vitae, an academic transcript and cover letter which addresses why the applicant would like to work as an Associate in the Federal Court, their interests and the attributes they believe they will bring to the position.
Applications close at 5.00 pm (AWST) on 19 April 2026.
Applications for this position should be submitted via email to both his Honour's Associate and Executive Assistant at: associate.vandongenj@fedcourt.gov.au; ea.vandongenj@fedcourt.gov.au
Enquiries may be directed to his Honour's Associate at the above email address.
This is a full-time role at Level APS 5: $84,228 per annum plus 15.4% superannuation.
Tipstaff to the Honourable Justice Richmond, Supreme Court of New South Wales (Equity Division)
The Honourable Justice Mark Richmond is seeking applications for the role of Tipstaff to his Honour from July 2027 for a period of 12-18 months, with some flexibility as to start and end dates.
Criteria for appointment
Applicants should have:
• a law degree, or nearly completed law degree (which must be completed prior to commencement of the position);
• a high level of academic achievement (Honours in law or a Distinction or higher weighted average mark is desirable but not essential); and
• high-level research skills.
The position will require:
• excellent organisational and time management skills;
• strong attention-to-detail for proofing judgments; and
• clear written and verbal communication.
His Honour seeks to appoint Tipstaves who have experience working in a professional legal context,
whether during or after the completion of their university studies.
Applications
Applications should include:
• a cover letter of no more than two pages addressed to his Honour Justice Richmond;
• a brief curriculum vitae including contact details of at least two referees;
• your current university academic transcript; and
• a sample of your legal writing (eg. a thesis, essay or article).
Applications should be sent to his Honour’s Associate, Chambers.RichmondJ@courts.nsw.gov.au by 5pm on Friday, 27 March 2026.
Sydney Public Law – 2026 Research Assistant Role Description and Terms
Sydney Public Law Group (SPL) is the Law School’s centre for supporting research in public law. The Centre seeks applications for a centre-based RA to undertake (principally) administrative support for the Centre.
The RA will be tasked with:
(1) Event support: Providing support with organising events (including invitations, budgeting, planning, set up, pack down).
(2) Producing a Newsletter for SPL: For 2026, this will entail one Newsletter featuring events, visitors, and research undertaken by members of SPL.
(3) Updating Sydney Profiles as needed
(4) Grant support: Researching available grant and donor possibilities and producing a ‘grants /donor manual’ for SPL members; providing targeted grant writing assistance.
(5) Undertaking any further tasks set by the SPL Directors: The RA will report to the SPL Directors, Professor Lisa Crawford and Dr Joel Harrison. The tasks will be allocated on an as-needed basis throughout 2026, with flexibility. A total of up to 59 hours are available, depending on the centre’s needs.
The RA will be paid at HE05, Step 1 (from July, $63.90 per hour).
This role is well-suited to a student who has an interest in public law scholarship, can organise events, and has an interest in research management.
Applications should be made to Dr Harrison at joel.harrison@sydney.edu.au with a CV, academic transcript, a relevant reference, and a short statement (no more than half a page) indicating suitability for the role by Monday 16 March, 5pm.
Paralegal — GRC Solutions
Description: GRC Solutions is a vibrant organisation that is expanding rapidly. We create high-quality e-learning courses about essential workplace topics such as diversity and equality, competition law, and bribery and corruption.
We are looking for a Paralegal to join our busy team. You will be keeping abreast of legal developments in a number of jurisdictions in the Asia Pacific region and will be co-authoring e-learning courses on a variety of topics.
This role will suit candidates who have solid research skills backed up with a dose of writing/editing experience. This role will suit somebody currently studying law (having finished at least their second year).
We anticipate this casual role two to three days per week depending on study commitments. Ideally, you could commit to the role for a period of 12 months or more.
We offer you the opportunity to learn from a highly experienced team, work with our inhouse counsel and high-profile clients. Our mentoring program will support your professional development, helping you build practical skills, confidence and real‑world experience.
Criteria:
This role would suit someone who brings the following qualities:
• Ability to support regulatory monitoring and maintain change logs
• Ability to transcribe legislation into plain English
• Eye for detail and quality focus
• Process mindset and strong matter management
• Enjoy working in a creative and fast-paced environment
• Desire to be part of a super talented team
• Proactive, self-starting approach to allocated work
• Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft products
• Tech savvy with an interest in new technology
Ideal start date: 16 March 2026
Rate of pay: $38.88/ hr
Duration: Casual
How to apply? Cover letter plus CV to Tracey Edwards at: careers@grc-solutions.com
Contact for questions: nathalie.nuijens@grc-solutions.com
Application deadline: Friday, 6 March 2026
Solicitor I-III Family Law — Legal Aid
Description:
Why Legal Aid? “There’s nowhere else I could get this breadth of work and still feel genuinely supported.”
We are Australia’s largest family law practice, offering a breadth and depth of work few organisations can match.
At Legal Aid NSW, family lawyers:
work on complex, high‑impact matters involving children, families and clients navigating hardship
practise in a trauma‑informed, client‑centred environment
are supported through strong supervision, collaboration and realistic workloads
have access to flexible working arrangements and wellbeing support
Whether you’re building foundations or bringing established expertise, you’ll be supported to do your best work.
About the role “This job reminded me why I studied law in the first place.”
As a Family Lawyer, you will:provide high‑quality legal advice, representation and casework to clients experiencing disadvantage
appear in court, prepare legal documents and advocate for adults and children navigating hardship
work across family law, care and protection, domestic and family violence, and dispute resolution matters
collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including allied professional services staff
maintain an effective legal practice in line with legislation, policy and professional standards
Criteria:
Essential requirements
You must:
· be admitted or be eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
· be able to provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before start work
· be a Registered practitioner of the High Court of Australia as per provisions of section 55B of the Judiciary Act 1903 (Cth) before start work
· be willing to do a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check
· hold Australian or NZ citizenship, Australian Permanent Residency (for ongoing vacancies) or a valid visa to work in Australia (for temporary vacancies)
· have a valid Driver Licence and/or the capacity to travel regularly. You may be required to travel to regional and remote areas for certain roles.
Ideal start date: 23 February 2026
Rate of pay: $90,692 - $134,458 pa
Duration: Full-Time
How to apply? https://jobs.dcj.nsw.gov.au/LegalAidNSW/job/Statewide-Solicitor-I-III-Family-Law-NSW-9999/1357535266/
Contact: erecruitment@legalaid.nsw.gov.au
Application deadline: 8 March 2026
Tipstaff to the Honourable Justice Pritchard of the Land and Environment Court of NSW
Description: Justice Pritchard of the Land and Environment Court of NSW is seeking applications for the position of tipstaff commencing in January 2027 for a period of 12 months.
The Land and Environment Court of NSW is the first specialist environmental superior court in the world. Its jurisdiction includes judicial review and administrative law, civil enforcement, criminal prosecution, criminal appeals, merits review and civil claims about planning, environmental, land, mining, Aboriginal land claims and other legislation.
The role of the tipstaff is to provide a high level of legal and administrative support to the judge and involves court work, legal research, assistance in the preparation of judgments, liaising with the Court registry and the legal profession, and other tasks that facilitate the smooth running of the judge’s chambers. The position is an excellent opportunity for a recent law graduate or junior lawyer to gain insight and experience in the functioning of the Court, court craft, advocacy, litigation and legal writing.
Further information can be found on the Court’s website: https://lec.nsw.gov.au/about-us/careers.html & https://lec.nsw.gov.au/about-us/judicial-officers-and-decision-makers.html
Criteria:
Essential qualifications
• Law degree completed by January 2027
• Strong academic record (a distinction average)
• Excellent legal research and writing skills
• Self-motivated with the ability to organise and meet deadlines
• Attention to detail
• Strong interpersonal skills with the capacity to work within a small team
Desirable qualifications
• Experience in legal practice
• Demonstrated interest in the areas of the Court’s jurisdiction
Ideal start date: 25 January 2027
Rate of pay: $73,930 (plus superannuation and leave loading)
Duration: 12 months
How to apply? Applications should be emailed to her Honour’s associate at pritchardjassociate@courts.nsw.gov.au by Wednesday, 25 March 2026 and should contain: • a cover letter addressing the essential and (if applicable) desirable qualifications • a curriculum vitae • an academic transcript • a sample of written work in a relevant area of law (for instance an extract of a university essay or problem question) • the names and contact details of two referees
Contact: pritchardjassociate@courts.nsw.gov.au +61 2 9113 8259
Application deadline: 25 March 2026
Filing Clerk and entry level paralegal - Bransgroves Lawyers
Description: We are a busy banking and finance firm and we still receive snail mail in the form of wet ink documents. You job is to check the mail box, open the mail, scan the mail and send to the legal teams and ask for instructions. The legal teams will write back asking for the documents to be binned, filed, or signed by a partner and then mailed to another address (sometimes with a cheque). All this part of your job is done in our office in North Sydney.
You will maintain a register of all files with documents in the cabinets and each week go through the mortgages that have discharged the week before and remove the deeds for the discharged mortgages and shred them. As part of your job you will log onto our system and learn some of our processes and slowly, your knowledge will increase and lawyers will ask you to do work. 100% of that work can be done remotely. We already have 12 paralegals so you can back off during exams time and reduce your role to the bare minimum filing part.
You will be paid by the hour and guaranteed a certain number of hours per week (4). This si a fantastic foot in the door position.
Criteria: We are looking for a first or second year student who wants to incrementally learn to work in a law firm so that they can eventually work holidays and by the time they graduate have serious skills in Banking & Finance. We are looking for someone reasonably local to North Sydney.
Ideal start date: 10 March 2026.
Rate of pay: $60 per hour.
Duration: Permanent part time.
How to apply? Email matthewb@bransgroves.com.au with CV.
Contact: Email in the first instance with your CV and include any questions. www.bransgroves.com.au.
USYD Law School 2026 Research Assistant
The Law School is seeking expressions of interest for research assistance (RA) work in 2026. Academic staff members often need research assistance and this is your opportunity to be considered for RA work if and when it comes up. If you are a currently enrolled University of Sydney Law student and are interested in taking on some RA work for academics within the School, please complete an Expression of Interest.
We will keep your details on file and you may be contacted if RA work within the School comes up. Please note that inclusion in the database is not a guarantee of work.
Associate opportunity – Chief Justice McCallum in the ACT Supreme Court
Chief Justice McCallum of the ACT Supreme Court is seeking applications for positions as an associate to commence in January/July 2027.
Primary duties
• Assisting judge as directed in and out of court
• Assisting with legal and general research
• Managing files in chambers
• Liaising with registry staff, members of the profession, parties and the general public
• Proof-reading judgments.
Essential qualifications
• Law degree (at or near completion before employment commences)
• Strong academic record and legal research skills
• Excellent written skills and attention to detail in written work
• Strong oral communication skills and ability to communicate effectively at all levels
• Strong organisational skills and ability to prioritise and meet deadlines
• Capacity to work well within a small, close team
• General proficiency in technology and ability to learn and operate court-related technology.
Desirable qualifications
• Demonstrated commitment to justice and the rule of law
• Interest in advocacy
• Some experience in legal practice.
How to apply
Applicants should submit a one-page cover letter, transcript of academic record and a concise resume including names and contact details of three referees to both EA.ChiefJustice@courts.act.gov.au and Associate.McCallumCJ@courts.act.gov.au by 5pm on Friday, 13 March 2026.
• All applications and supporting documents should be a Word file or a text searchable PDF.
• Please include which intake period you are applying for in your cover letter.
Land and Environment Court tipstaff positions in 2027
If you are interested in seeking a position as a tipstaff to a Judge of the Land and Environment Court in 2027, the Judges of the Court are taking applications now.
Details about applying for a tipstaff position at the Land and Environment Court are available here.
Law Graduate — Marks Pritchard Pty Ltd
Description:
Marks Pritchard is a specialist Sydney law firm focused on employment and workplace law. Our work spans a broad range of matters, including unfair dismissal, general protections, discrimination and harassment, workplace investigations, whistleblower protections, post-employment restraints and other workplace disputes.
We are seeking a Law Graduate to join our small, collaborative team and contribute meaningfully to the conduct of active litigation and advisory matters. This role offers substantial responsibility from an early stage, with opportunities to work closely with senior practitioners.
In this role, you will develop and strengthen skills including:
• assisting with drafting client correspondence, pleadings, affidavits, witness statements, submissions and settlement materials;
• undertaking legal research and analysis;
• supporting conciliations, mediations, negotiations and hearings;
• attending client interviews and meetings;
• file and court administration;
• liaising with counsel and clients; and
• assisting with tribunal and court preparation.
This position is ideal for a recent graduate or early-career lawyer seeking hands-on experience and the opportunity to build strong litigation skills within a friendly, supportive and team-oriented environment.
Criteria:
Law WAM of 75 or above (please attach transcript).
Strong legal writing skills, including the ability to draft formal, clear and well-structured written communications.
Attention to detail, including accuracy in proofreading, formatting and filing requirements.
Ability to conduct thorough and reliable legal research and identify practical implications.
Interest in litigation, and particularly employment and discrimination law.
Self-motivated, accountable, reliable and able to manage competing priorities.
Open and responsive to feedback.
Flexible and proactive attitude.
Works well in a small team.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Ideal Start Date: March 2026
Rate of Pay: $80,000 per annum plus superannuation
Duration: Full-time (subject to six-month probationary period)
How to Apply: Please email your CV, academic transcript and a brief cover letter addressing the criteria to inquiries@markspritchard.com.au
Contact: enquiries@markspritchard.com.au
Application Deadline: 1 March 2026
Website: https://markspritchard.com.au/
Casual Law Clerk — Wiliam Roberts Lawyers
Description: We are currently looking to recruit a number of talented Law Clerk's to join our casual Law Clerk pool primarily in our Class Actions practice group in Sydney. We envision you will work flexibly working between 2-4 days a week when called upon. This role would be ideal for someone with at least 2 years remaining on their degree.
The Law Clerk will carry out activities such as preparing briefs, carrying out research tasks, assisting with discovery processes on large scale litigation and assisting with drafting all types of documents and letters one would expect to see in a litigated matter. You will be part of a friendly team, learning from senior practitioners who are industry recognised experts in their fields who will coach and guide you and provide you with invaluable opportunities whilst you are completing your degree.
William Roberts takes pride in mentoring and fostering our Law Clerks, this role may provide the opportunity to transition to a permanent part-time role and possibly a Graduate Lawyer position (when these roles become available).
Criteria:
A law student with at least 2 years remaining on your degree
A strong commitment to ongoing professional growth and development
Passionate and interested in gaining solid experience in commercial litigation
Driven and enjoys challenging personal boundaries to achieve quality results
Attention to detail and ability to follow instructions and procedures
Organised, meet deadlines and possess the ability to multitask
Ability to quickly build relationships and work effectively in a team
Takes pride in their work, notwithstanding they are studying at the same time as
Working
* For your application to be considered you must submit your academic transcript
Rate of pay: In line with the Legal Services Award 2020
Duration: Casual
How to Apply: Head to our careers page and submit an application form https://www.williamroberts.com.au/careers/
Contact: reception@williamroberts.com.au
Law Clerk — Hilton Bradley Lawyers
Description:
Hilton Bradley Lawyers is seeking a motivated law student to join our team on a part-time basis. We are a specialist insolvency law firm, acting in complex and high-quality matters across corporate and personal insolvency.
This role offers hands-on experience, exposure to real matters, and the opportunity to work closely with experienced practitioners in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will have strong research and writing skills, attention to detail, and a genuine interest in insolvency, litigation and commercial law.
To apply, please submit your CV and a brief cover letter to [see contact details].
Criteria:
Enrolled in law degree
Strong academic record, particularly in commercial law subjects
Demonstrated interest in insolvency and commercial litigation
Excellent legal research, writing, and analytical skills
High attention to detail and strong organisational skills
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a small team
Professional communication skills and a strong work ethic
Ideal Start Date: 2/2/2026
Rate of Pay: $30 per hour
Duration: Casual
How to Apply: By email to kieran.kelly@hiltonbradley.com.au.
CASUAL PARALEGAL POSITION AVAILABLE — ROBERT SCARD & ASSOCIATES
Description:
A small firm specialising in entertainment and elder law seeks a paralegal to work casually and remotely commencing January 2026.
Work duties include billing accounts research; preparation of documents for litigation and drafting summaries of the various agreements under negotiation, including recording, music publishing and producer agreements.
If you are interested and able to commence work in the near future, please email your Curriculum Vitae including relevant contact details to:
robert@arts-law.com
Ideal Start Date: 12 January 2026
Rate of Pay: $35 ph
Duration: Casual
How to Apply? Email with CV: robert@arts-law.com
Application Deadline: 17 February 2026
Associate and Tipstaff Positions — Industrial Relations Commission NSW
Description:
Justice Chin of the Industrial Relations Commission NSW is currently accepting applications for both a tipstaff and associate commencing in 2027 preferably for a period of 18 months.
Recent law graduates and those with post-admission work experience in legal practice who are interested in applying for the positions of his Honour's Associate and Tipstaff in 2027 are encouraged to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, academic transcript and referee contact details to chambers.chin@courts.nsw.gov.au marked to the attention of the Chambers of Justice Chin by 31 January 2026.
Criteria:
Please see attached position description.
Rate of Pay: Tipstaff salary in financial year 2025-26: $71,777. Associate salary in financial year 2025-26: $99,938
Duration: 18 months (preferably). Full time.
How to apply? Recent law graduates and those with post-admission work experience in legal practice who are interested in applying for the positions of his Honour's Associate and Tipstaff in 2027 are encouraged to submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, academic transcript and referee contact details to chambers.chin@courts.nsw.gov.au marked to the attention of the Chambers of Justice Chin by 31 January 2026.
Contact: Sarvam Khanna: chambers.chin@courts.nsw.gov.au
Application Deadline: 2 January 2026
https://irc.nsw.gov.au/about-us/members-of-the-commission/the-hon-justice-david-chin.html
Law Student/Law Clerk — Hunter Lawyers
Description:
Our Firm: Hunter Lawyers has been serving clients for over 40 years with offices in Drummoyne and Liverpool. We practise in the areas of property law, commercial law, litigation and estate matters, and intellectual property. With a reputation for ethical practice and high-quality work, we proudly serve both individual and corporate clients.
About the Opportunity: This is a great opportunity for a current law student who is motivated, reliable, and eager to gain hands-on legal experience in a supportive law firm environment. Whether you’ve already completed initial placements or are looking for your first experience in a legal practice, this role offers valuable exposure to a broad range of legal matters. This is a paid role, with the potential to develop into a longer-term or permanent position based on performance and the needs of the firm.
Why the Role Suits You
. Exposure to a variety of legal matters across different areas of law.
. Mentorship and guidance from our experienced solicitors and staff.
. Friendly and collaborative team environment. Many of our staff have worked at the firm for more than 10 years.
. Opportunity to transition into a permanent role based on your performance and fit with the team.
What the Role Involves: Your duties will include:
. Drafting correspondence and legal documents
. Assisting in litigation and estate matters
. Assisting in conveyancing and leasing matters
. Reviewing and drafting contracts, deeds, and other legal documents
. Preparing wills, powers of attorney, and court documents
. Drafting costs agreements and disclosures
. Document and file management including invoicing
. Lodging documents at relevant governmental authorities including court filing
. General office duties supporting solicitors and conveyancer
Criteria: To be successful in this placement, the ideal candidate will have:
A good work ethic and punctuality
Strong team player mentality
Good written and verbal communication skills
Self-motivated with a proactive attitude
Ideal Start Date: 1/12/2026
Rate of pay: Paid
How to apply? All cover letters and resumes must be addressed to Mr. Sam Parisi and forwarded to sparisi@hunterlaw.com.au Only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Contact: sparisi@hunterlaw.com.au or 9719 3999
Junior Solicitor - Fair Go Law - Family Lawyers
Description:
An opportunity has arisen for a Family Lawyer to join our firm.
G & D Lawyers, trading as Fair Go Law, is an established boutique family law firm located in Surry Hills.
The firm has a strong social justice focus. It aims to offer quality family law representation at an affordable and realistic price. The firm tries to represent clients from beginning to end.
You will be working primarily on family law parenting and property matters.
The firm offers a competitive salary, autonomy over your own files and work hours, very reasonable billing targets, and interesting, people-focussed matters. The principal solicitor will help you build your court skills.
You should be capable enough to be ready to take on the challenge of managing your own cases, with support and supervision.
You will get experience with the whole range of family law issues, including a good percentage of parenting matters. The vast majority of the matters are in court. You will regularly appear in court without counsel.
Criteria:
You should have a minimum of one year's experience as paralegal in a law firm.
You will have an interest in social justice and be keen to undertake some legal aid and the occasional pro bono matter. Our clients come from a range of different backgrounds and you will be a people person.
The firm is open to graduates with limited family law experience if you have solid litigation experience in other areas, and are looking for a change.
You are comfortable working with limited administrative support.
Ideal Start Date: 11/28/2025
Rate of Pay: Commensurate with experience
Duration: Full Time
How to Apply? Email your cover letter, CV and academic transcript to graeme@fairgolaw.com.au
2026 and 2027 Associate Position for her Honour Judge Turner - District Court of New South Wales
Description:
Her Honour Turner is seeking expressions of interest to fill the role of Associate in 2026 and 2027. Her Honour presides in the criminal jurisdiction of the District Court of New South Wales, the largest trial court in Australia. The role will commence in mid-March 2026 and the position will be for one year.
The Associate’s role is to provide high-level legal and administrative support. The Associate is responsible for managing her Honour’s Chambers and is the first point of contact for all members of the public and the profession. The role encompasses assisting her Honour with complex legal research, drafting, in-court duties, and general day-to-day administrative tasks.
Her Honour primarily sits in the Sydney Downing Centre but will, on occasion, travel to courts in regional New South Wales for short circuits.
Criteria:
Candidates who apply for the position should be able to demonstrate the following skills and requirements:
completion of a law degree (by March 2026);
an interest in criminal law, evidence law and advocacy;
the ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion;
excellent attention to detail;
good interpersonal skills;
outstanding organisational skills and an ability to cope under pressure;
superior written and oral communication skills; and
basic mathematical and technological skills.
The general position description is available at: https://www.districtcourt.nsw.gov.au/district-court/about-us/careers.html.
Ideal Start Date: 16 March 2026
Rate of Pay: Clerk Grade 5/6
Duration: 1 year, full time
How to Apply: The deadline for applications is 8 December 2025. All applications should be forwarded to her Honour’s current Associate, Annabelle Creer, at Annabelle.Creer@courts.nsw.gov.au, enclosing a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and an up-to-date academic transcript.
Junior Associate – Banking & Finance Litigation - Bransgroves
Fully Remote • High Earnings • Exceptional Support • True Work–Life Flexibility
Description:
Bransgroves Lawyers is a specialist firm with more than 24 years’ experience exclusively in commercial mortgage matters. We operate as a 100% virtual practice, with systems and culture purpose-built for high-performing lawyers who value flexibility, autonomy, and generous earnings.
We are seeking a Junior Associate to join our Mortgage Enforcement Team, working closely with our Enforcement Partner on a wide variety of commercial recovery matters.
This is a truly flexible role. You will work entirely from home, with full freedom to manage your day around school commitments, appointments, and family life. Travel—local or overseas—can be seamlessly accommodated. You set your own hours, and your workload scales with your personal preferences.
Remuneration includes a weekly base salary plus a generous weekly fee-share bonus. While the base is $110k, most Associates progress to earning between $180k–$250k+ annually through fee share as they grow with the firm. Earnings increase directly with the amount of work you choose to take on.
You will be strongly supported. Your team includes the Enforcement Partner and a dedicated Philippines-based paralegal who manages all administrative tasks. You will also have operational support from two specialist bookkeepers, a Managing Director focused on systems and efficiency, and 24/7 access to our Head Partner—author of three leading mortgage law textbooks—for guidance on complex issues.
Our technology stack includes Actionstep, PEXA, DocuSign, Google Workspace and advanced bespoke systems, supported by automation and AI-driven tools.
Training is thorough, with a detailed enforcement procedures manual, structured onboarding, load-balancing across the team, and full cross-training to support periods of leave.
You will draft pleadings, brief barristers, appear remotely in court, manage client files, and work directly with senior practitioners on real matters from day one.
If you want a high-earning, low-stress legal career with unparalleled flexibility and support, we’d love to hear from you.
Criteria:
We’re looking for a Junior Associate lawyer with around two years’ experience, ideally with exposure to mortgage enforcement. You should feel comfortable handling enforcement steps, preparing court documents, and progressing matters with guidance from senior lawyers. While we will train you in our systems and procedures, prior enforcement experience is important for this role.
You’ll thrive in this role if you enjoy a steady, organised environment with clear procedures and strong support from both your Partner and your paralegal. Because this is a fully remote position, being reliable, communicative, and able to keep matters moving at a consistent pace is important, though you will never be left on your own with difficult decisions.
Good written and verbal communication skills, attention to detail, and a practical, calm approach to problem-solving will help you succeed. Experience with Actionstep, PEXA or DocuSign is useful, but we are very comfortable teaching you new systems.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants genuine flexibility, values a supportive team culture, and enjoys the predictability of well-structured workflows. It is especially suited to applicants who appreciate work–life balance, remote work, and a collaborative environment where everyone supports each other.
If you are looking for a role where you can do meaningful litigation work without the pressure of a traditional practice, we’d love to meet you.
Rate of Pay: $110,000
Duration: Full time
How to Apply: https://www.seek.com.au/job/89773401?ref=hirer-jobs-list
Contact Details for any questions: tracey@bransgroves.com.au
Application Deadline: 1/6/2026
Junior Solicitor — Fair Go Law - Family Lawyers
An opportunity has arisen for a Family Lawyer to join our firm. G & D Lawyers, trading as Fair Go Law, is an established boutique family law firm located in Surry Hills. The firm has a strong social justice focus. It aims to offer quality family law representation at an affordable and realistic price. The firm tries to represent clients from beginning to end. You will be working primarily on family law parenting and property matters. The firm offers a competitive salary, autonomy over your own files and work hours, very reasonable billing targets, and interesting, people-focussed matters. The principal solicitor will help you build your court skills. You should be capable enough to be ready to take on the challenge of managing your own cases, with support and supervision. You will get experience with the whole range of family law issues, including a good percentage of parenting matters. The vast majority of the matters are in court. You will regularly appear in court without counsel.
Additional information can be found here.
Criteria: You should have a minimum of one year's experience as paralegal in a law firm. You will have an interest in social justice and be keen to undertake some legal aid and the occasional pro bono matter. Our clients come from a range of different backgrounds and you will be a people person. The firm is open to graduates with limited family law experience if you have solid litigation experience in other areas, and are looking for a change. You are comfortable working with limited administrative support.
Ideal start date: 28 November 2025
Rate of pay: Commensurate with experience
How to apply: Email your cover letter, CV and academic transcript to graeme@fairgolaw.com.au
Legal Personal Assistant — Morgan + English Commercial Lawyers
Morgan + English is a boutique commercial law firm with offices in Balmain East and the Upper Hunter Valley. We’re seeking a confident, detail-oriented Legal Personal Assistant to support one of our Directors, who leads our Workplace Law team.
This part-time role blends elements of paralegal and executive assistant work — ideal for someone with strong legal support experience who thrives in a fast-paced, high-performing environment. You'll play a key role in managing diaries, liaising with clients, coordinating workflow, and keeping legal matters and day-to-day operations running smoothly.
We’re ideally looking for 20–25 hours per week across five days (e.g. 8 am–1 pm), but we’re open to different arrangements for the right person.
This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute meaningfully to a collaborative and respected legal team — with the flexibility to suit your lifestyle.
Key qualities we’re seeking:
Solid experience in legal administration, personal assistant, or paralegal work
Strong organisational and communication skills
Ability to prioritise, multitask, and work with discretion
A proactive mindset with a focus on client service
Ideal start date: 2 February 2026
Rate of pay: Above award
Employment type: Permanent part-time
Application deadline: 5 December 2025
How to apply: Via email apply@morganenglish.com.au
More details: https://morganenglishlawyers.com.au/were-hiring-legal-personal-assistant-position/
Legal Research Associate — Supreme Court of Western Australia
Applications are invited for the position of Research Associate to the Honourable Anthony Derrick. Further information can be found here.
Application deadline: 28 November 2025, 5 pm
Associate to her Honour Judge Turner — District Court of NSW
Her Honour Turner is seeking expressions of interest to fill the role of Associate in 2026 and 2027. Her Honour presides in the criminal jurisdiction of the District Court of New South Wales, the largest trial court in Australia. The role will commence in mid-March 2026 and the position will be for one year.
The Associate’s role is to provide high-level legal and administrative support. The Associate is responsible for managing her Honour’s Chambers and is the first point of contact for all members of the public and the profession. The role encompasses assisting her Honour with complex legal research, drafting, in-court duties, and general day-to-day administrative tasks.
Her Honour primarily sits in the Sydney Downing Centre but will, on occasion, travel to courts in regional New South Wales for short circuits.
Further information can be found here.
Candidates who apply for the position should be able to demonstrate the following skills and requirements:
• completion of a law degree (by March 2026);
• an interest in criminal law, evidence law and advocacy;
• the ability to maintain absolute confidentiality and discretion;
• excellent attention to detail;
• good interpersonal skills;
• outstanding organisational skills and an ability to cope under pressure;
• superior written and oral communication skills; and
• basic mathematical and technological skills.
The general position description is available at: https://www.districtcourt.nsw.gov.au/district-court/about-us/careers.html.
Ideal start date: 16 March 2026
Rate of pay: Clerk Grade 5/6
Duration: 1 year, full-time
Application deadline: 8 December 2025
How to apply: The deadline for applications is 8 December 2025. All applications should be forwarded to her Honour’s current Associate, Annabelle Creer, at Annabelle.Creer@courts.nsw.gov.au, enclosing a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and an up-to-date academic transcript.
Tipstaff — Supreme Court of NSW
The Honourable Justice McNaughton is currently accepting applications for the position of Tipstaff at the Supreme Court of New South Wales. A Tipstaff’s duties include legal research, proof reading and assisting with the preparation of judgments and generally assisting the Judge in the discharge of her Honour’s duties both in and out of Court. There are two positions available: one commencing January 2027, and the other in October 2027. Applications close in December 2025. Further details can be found here.