Legal Opportunities
Last updated 15/9/2025
Paralegal — Office of General Counsel, University of Sydney
The Office of General Counsel (OGC) is the University of Sydney’s in-house legal office. The OGC provides high quality legal services to all areas of the University, including the Senate, the Vice- Chancellor and senior executives of the University.
The OGC employs law students to assist with research, paralegal and administrative tasks and is currently recruiting.
Successful applicants will provide paralegal assistance to lawyers within the OGC. The positions will support several areas of practice including property, employment, trusts, commercial law and intellectual property. The work to be undertaken may include legal research, the preparation of draft agreements, proof reading, filing and general administrative support.
Further information can be found here.
Start date: later October 2025
Employment type: Casual, minimum of 2 days per week. More days possible during semester breaks.
Application deadline: Thursday 18 September 2025, 5pm
Application procedure:
Applications will close at 5pm on Thursday 18 September 2025 and interviews will be conducted soon after. Applications that are incomplete or submitted after the deadline will not be considered.
Applicants are to forward by email (combined items 1-3 in one PDF document), with subject header "Application for casual Paralegal position at OGC":
CV
academic transcripts and,
a brief cover letter
Please indicate in your cover letter how many days a week you are able to commit to, as well as an estimated time for completion of your studies. Include contact details and any restrictions regarding interview dates/times, addressed to:
Tania Serov
Senior Administrative Officer
Office of General Counsel
University of Sydney NSW 2006
email: tania.serov@sydney.edu.au
Legal Intern — Freshfields LLP
We would like to invite students to apply for a six-month paid internship commencing in February, March, June and July 2026 in our Dispute Resolution practice. Our interns will gain hands-on experience in cross-border disputes, arbitration, and risk advisory, working alongside experienced legal professionals.
They receive a monthly salary of AED 10,500, serviced accommodation, airfare, visa sponsorship, and medical insurance.
A detailed job description can be found here.
Apply: Interested candidates may submit their application here.
Application deadline: 3 October 2025
2025/26 Winter Vacation Placement — Pinsent Masons
Pinsent Masons is a leading international law firm with over 40 years’ experience in Hong Kong and is the largest and best-known legal team providing tailored solutions for the infrastructure and technology sectors in Hong Kong and the Asia Pacific region.
Our Hong Kong office is now looking for law students to join our 2025/26 Winter Vacation Placement. Successful candidates will be considered for our Training Contract from 2026 onwards. For details, please refer to our Recruitment Flyer.
Relevant documents:
Apply: Please submit your applications online via the Pinsent Masons website.
Queries: graduatehk@pinsentmasons.com
Assistant to Larry Anderson
Seeking a motivated law student (undergrad/postgrad) in Sydney to assist with inserting DAB page numbers and finalizing citations (Australian Guide to Legal Citation—AGLC4) in an appeal submission. Tasks include reviewing footnote placeholders and ensuring uniform authority citation—estimated 8 hours total. Competitive hourly rate. Flexible work, remote acceptable. Short turnaround needed.
Rate of pay: $60/ hour
Employment type: Casual
How to apply: 0431 881 507
Queries: anderson.larry12345@gmail.com or 0431 881 507
Paralegal (Employment Law) — Seyfarth Shaw Australia
We're looking for a law student who's passionate about employment law to join our team in Sydney. This is a project-based, casual position with the possibility of extension.
If you're keen to get some hands-on experience, work with a supportive team, and contribute to meaningful projects, we’d love to hear from you!
Rate of pay: $40/ hour
Employment type: Casual
Application deadline: 21 September 2025
How to apply: Via LinkedIn ad: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4296862183/?refId=0A6j%2BadwTiuwk3zQGciPTA%3D%3D&trackingId=0A6j%2BadwTiuwk3zQGciPTA%3D%3D
Queries: austalent@seyfarth.com
Corporate M&A Graduate/ Junior Lawyer — Talbot Sayer
Talbot Sayer is a leading corporate law firm, with market recognition such as:
1st in 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 in the LSEG M&A league tables (Australia and NZ), with more M&A deals than any other firm in Australia;
Tier 1 rankings in Corporate, Equity Capital Markets and Mergers and Acquisitions in Best Lawyers 2025 Best Law Firm;
First Tier Corporate Law Firm in the 2024 Doyles Guide to the Australian Legal Profession; and
Leading firm in Corporate/M&A in the 2024 Chambers and Partners Asia Pacific.
Our expertise extends to the full range of corporate related matters including Private M&A, Public M&A, equity capital markets and corporate governance advice. We are trusted advisors to private equity and venture capital funds, large institutions, ASX listed companies, SME businesses, start up and early-stage growth companies and founders located across Australia and internationally Our partners are recognised as leading M&A practitioners and have spent significant periods in top-tier M&A and private equity teams in Sydney, Brisbane and London.
We have a unique environment for lawyers, allowing them to develop more quickly than those working with our national and international peers. This includes:
no billable hours targets;
monthly bonus program of up to 50% of base salary that rewards finding solutions for clients; and
leading development program including our structured M&A Academy led by market leading practitioners.
Talbot Sayer has a dynamic, collaborative culture, where we reward positive outcomes for clients, not hours spent in the office. We take a tailored and contemporary approach to leading, developing and rewarding our lawyers to facilitate better outcomes for clients and team members alike. We work hard, but have a ready sense of humour and take the time to celebrate our successes.
Criteria: We have an opportunity for a graduate or recently admitted lawyer to join our growing corporate team in Sydney. We are seeking a candidate with strong academic credentials who thrives in a team environment, demonstrates curiosity, and shows a genuine willingness to learn and grow.
Pay: Annual salary
Employment type: Full time
How to apply: Please send your application with a cover letter, CV and academic transcript to recruitment@talbotsayer.com.au
Queries: adele.cooper@talbotsayer.com.au
Law Clerk, Casual — Sharah Henville Lawyers Pty Ltd
Areas of Law: Personal Injury, Litigation, Wills & Probate, Estate Planning
Duties:
Directly reporting to principal lawyers
Drafting legal documents
Monitoring/managing online portals – Personal Injury Commission & Courts including filing legal documents
Uploading orders to the portals, arranging medical examinations, drafting appeals
Liaising with clients and third parties
Inspecting documents under subpoena
Drafting briefs to barristers
Attending conferences with barristers and instructing barristers at hearing when required,
Arranging interpreters and expert report
Legal research
Filing, emails, file maintenance, telephone attendances and administrative duties.
Hours: 10 hours+ per week. Expected to work additional during principal lawyers’ annual leave. Flexible about study/ exam timetables.
Skills or experience required:
Prefer 2nd or 3rd year law student
Experience is preferable (especially with LEAP legal software), however on the job training is provided
Computer & WP skills necessary
Pay: Award wages commensurate with age and skill set - Legal Services Award 2020 (MA000116)
Location: Riverwood
Apply: Please forward resume to admin@sharahhenville.com.au Interviews will be granted via email at a mutually convenient time – please do not call.
Further information: Immediate start and on the job training for successful applicant. Probation period applied – 6 months. Employment contract provided.
Ideal start date: 1 September 2025
Paralegal — New South Lawyers
New South Lawyers is looking for Paralegals passionate about career progression
Our multi-award-winning law firm is looking for Paralegals who tick the boxes below:
Excellent communication and client relationship skills
Strong computer literacy
Proactive and practical approaches to problem-solving
Attention to detail
Outstanding organisation and time management skills
Can manage tasks and files
A great work ethic, with a strong eagerness and hunger to learn
Your duties will include:
Tertiary qualifications in law or legal studies (or near completion);
Experience as a paralegal or in legal admin;
Strong time management and ability to juggle priorities across multiple matters;
Professional, confident communication and great attention to detail;
Familiarity with legal concepts, privacy principles and complaints resolution;
A collaborative and flexible mindset.
Preparing, filing, and organising client documentation and matters (Hard copy as well as electronic filing, printing, scanning, collation, and photocopying of all documents relating to matters)
Analysing and drafting court briefs, documents, and forms Undertaking research and preparing memos for solicitors
Delivering court documents to and from court and barristers' chambers
Archiving of matters
Other general office administration when required
Benefits
Central office location in Parramatta
Supportive and collaborative work environment
Opportunities for long-term career progression
Criteria: If you are a dedicated law student with a hunger and passion for the legal field and are looking to be mentored by experienced practitioners, we encourage you to apply.
Rate of Pay: TBC
Apply: Please forward your cover letter, resume and academic transcript to hr@nsl.legal
Queries: hr@nsl.legal
Associate — Supreme Court of Western Australia
The Honourable Justice Palmer of the Supreme Court of Western Australia, General Division is accepting applications for the position of Associate in 2026. Details of the position and requirements are outlined below, with the commencement date to be either Monday 5 January 2026 or Wednesday 6 May 2026. Further information can be found here.
Application deadline: 30 September 2025, 12pm AWST
Associate — District Court of New South Wales
His Honour Judge Montgomery of the District Court of New South Wales is accepting applications for the position of Associate in 2026. Details of the position and requirements are outlined below, with the commencement date to be 2 February 2026 (subject to change). His Honour presides over both civil and criminal cases. Further information can be found here.
Application deadline: 16 September 2025
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.
Tipstaff — Land and Environment Court of NSW
The Land and Environment Court is seeking expressions of interest from people interested in being a tipstaff in 2026. There is an announcement on the court’s website which includes a link with all the details on how to apply: https://lec.nsw.gov.au/news-and-announcements/expressions-of-interest---tipstaff-positions-in-2026.html.
Paid Internship — HSF Kramer (Hong Kong)
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, Hong Kong is offering 3-month paid internship opportunities (Jan-Mar 2026 / Apr-Jun 2026) to graduate and post-graduate students. Please find further details here.
Associate — District Court of NSW
Her Honour Judge Musgrave is seeking expressions of interest to fill the role of Associate in 2026. 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 January 2026 and the position will be for one to possibly two years, dependent on suitability, interest and availability.
Her Honour is based in Orange and also sits in 3-4 week blocks in Bathurst.
Further details can be found here.
Application deadline: 16 September 2025, 5pm
Apply: All applications should be forwarded to her Honour’s current Associate, Genevieve Wiltshire, at genevieve.wiltshire@courts.nsw.gov.au, enclosing a cover letter, a curriculum vitae, and an up-to-date academic transcript.