Legal Opportunities
Last updated 20/06/2026
Tipstaff - Land and Environment Court of NSW
Description: Applications are invited for the position of tipstaff to the Honourable Justice John Robson of the Land and Environment Court of NSW. The role of the tipstaff is to provide a high level of legal and administrative support to his Honour and involves court work, legal research, assistance in the preparation of judgments, liaising with the Court’s registry and the legal profession, and other tasks that facilitate the smooth running of his Honour’s chambers.
Criteria: Applicants must have a strong academic record (distinction average), excellent legal research and drafting skills, and preferably 12 months of post-university experience working in legal practice.
Duration: The position will commence at the beginning of the 2027 Law Term (being, 1 February 2027) with orientation and training likely to be held on 27 and 28 January 2027 (dates to be confirmed). The tipstaff is required to serve in the role for a period of 12 months (to approximately, 25 January 2028 (also to be confirmed)).
Rate of pay: Crown Employees (Tipstaves to Judges) Award
How to apply:
Applications should include;
covering letter addressed to the Honourable Justice John Robson;
curriculum vitae;
current academic transcript;
details of two referees; and
short example of written work in commercial, administrative or environmental law.
Applicants should address the following selection criteria in their covering letter;
highly developed legal research, conceptual and analytical skills;
excellent writing skills; and
strong organisational and interpersonal skills.
Applications and further enquiries should be directed via email to:
Ms Pippin Pritchard, Associate to the Honourable Justice John Robson
T: 02 9113 8271
Application deadline: 10 July 2026
Start Date: 1 February 2027
Associate - NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal
Description: Her Honour Judge Seiden SC is seeking expressions of interest to fill the role of Associate in 2026 and 2027. Her Honour is the Deputy President of the New South Wales Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT), where her Honour is the Division Head of the Administrative and Equal Opportunity Division and the Occupational Division. The role will commence late August 2026 and the position will be for one year, with a possibility of renewal for a further year, dependent on suitability, interest and availability.
The Associate’s role is to provide broad and high-level legal and administrative support. The role encompasses assisting her Honour with complex legal research, drafting, in-hearing duties, and general day-to-day administrative tasks. The Associate is the first point of contact between the NCAT Registry and her Honour.
Her Honour sits in NCAT in the John Maddison Tower, Sydney.
Criteria:
Candidates who apply for the position should be able to demonstrate the following skills and requirements:
completion of a law degree;
an interest in public law, especially administrative law, and advocacy;
superior legal reasoning skills
superior legal research skills
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 technological skills.
The successful applicant will be comfortable drafting complex legal work and managing multiple matters at once. The position description is available at https://www.districtcourt.nsw.gov.au/district-court/about-us/careers.html
How to apply: All applications should be forwarded to Registrars louise.clegg@ncat.nsw.gov.au and michelle.bechini@ncat.nsw.gov.au enclosing a cover letter addressing what attracts you to this role and the strengths you would bring to the position, a curriculum vitae, and an up-to-date academic transcript.
Application deadline: 21 June 2026
Research Assistant - Denman Chambers
Description: Applications are sought for a law student to work as a Legal Research Assistant for Ian Latham at Denman Chambers. The successful applicant will assist with research and proofreading.
Criteria:
Currently pursuing a law degree
Strong organisational skills
Strong communication skills
Interest in employment and industrial law recommended but not essential
Rate of pay: Legal Services Award rate
How to apply: email ianlatham@denmanchambers.com.au
Application deadline: 1 August 2026
Ideal Start Date: 1 July 2026
Intern - Sydney Law School (climate justice public engagement project)
Description: The Sydney Centre for International Law (SCIL) and the Australian Centre for Climate and Environmental Law (ACCEL) are seeking two Sydney Law School students to work on a collaborative climate justice public engagement project.
The interns will help develop accessible legal education materials for students, legal professionals and civil society organisations. The work will include contributing to a practical climate justice advocacy resource and supporting the production of a short educational video.
Each intern will complete 80 hours of paid work between the beginning of August and the end of October 2026. Interns will be paid at the HEO4, Step 1 rate: $59.13 per hour before tax.
Interns will be expected to complete most of their hours in person in the SCIL/ACCEL office at Sydney Law School.
The primary supervisors will be Dr Rosemary Grey, Associate Professor Kate Owens and Dr Rachel Killean.
Criteria: Applicants must:
have an overall WAM of at least 75;
have received a mark of at least 75 in Public International Law;
have strong legal research and communication skills; and
be able to explain legal ideas clearly to a non-specialist audience.
An interest in climate change, environmental law, international law, human rights or public interest advocacy will be valuable. Video editing or related digital media skills are highly desirable.
Students who have completed an equivalent public international law subject at another institution may provide details for consideration by the selection panel.
Duration: 80 hours of work across semester 2
Rate of pay: $59 per hour
How to apply: Applicants will need to provide a CV, academic transcript, brief motivation letter and a writing sample of no more than 1,000 words demonstrating their ability to communicate legal concepts accessibly. The writing sample may be an extract from a longer assignment or another piece of work. Applicants are not expected to prepare a new piece of writing solely for this application.
Apply via the following link: https://redcap.sydney.edu.au/surveys/?s=7CWKJXRJAK48WAY7
Contact for questions:
Application deadline: 1 July 2026
Intern (Lawcodes) - Judicial Commission of NSW
Description: The Judicial Commission of NSW is seeking a law student interested in criminal law and statutory interpretation to join the Lawcodes team at the Judicial Commission, for 2 days per week (14 hours) on a casual basis.
The Judicial Commission of NSW is the independent statutory entity responsible for supporting, and enhancing public confidence in, the judiciary.
The Commission built and maintains Lawcodes, a free, publicly searchable database of NSW and select Commonwealth offences. Lawcodes is used by the courts, police and others throughout NSW and is integral to the efficient operation of the criminal justice system.
The main priority of the role is to ensure accuracy of Lawcodes entries, with tasks including:
‘Coding’ entries (including short and long descriptions) of new and amended NSW and Commonwealth offences and penalties
Interpreting legislation (including Bills), regulations, rules and other sources
Researching current, repealed and historical versions of NSW and Commonwealth legislation
Drafting responses to enquiries from stakeholders across the justice sector.
Criteria: This is a unique opportunity for a high-achieving student considering a career in criminal law or the justice sector to gain hands-on exposure to new and emerging legislation and challenging statutory interpretation work. The Intern will be mentored by a small specialist team working at the convergence of law and IT. The successful candidate will be a law student, with at least two years left of their degree, with a strong interest and academic result in at least one criminal law subject (essential), as well as legal research, statutory interpretation, sentencing and procedure (desirable). Students who enjoy solving puzzles, working meticulously, and engaging with logic will be naturally suited to the role.
Duration: Casual; at least for two years
Rate of pay: $37.80 per hour, plus superannuation
How to apply: Please provide the following documents to recruitment@judcom.nsw.gov.au;
Cover letter (max 1 page) addressing the requirements and duties of the role. Please include the days you are available to work this semester and next semester.
CV (max 2 pages)
Academic transcript (current)
Contact for questions: For any queries, please email recruitment@judcom.nsw.gov.au or call +61 2 9299 4421
Application deadline: 5 July 2026
Research Assistant - Sydney Law School
Description: As part of a Discovery Project funded by the Australian Research Council (DP250100382), Sydney Law School is assessing the work of four parliamentary committees: Tasmania’s Joint Sessional Committee on Gender and Equality; the ACT’s Gender, Economy and Economic Equality Committee; Canada’s Status of Women Committee; and Spain’s Gender Equality Congress and Senate Committees.
They are conducting interviews in each of these four sites, with current and former members of the Committees, with witnesses who have appeared before the Committee and with other experts who can speak to the effectiveness of the Committees in conducting gender-responsive pre-legislative scrutiny.
They seek a Research Assistant to assist them in coding the interview data. The RA would be asked to join them during a one-day workshop where they will collectively develop a research protocol for coding the data. This will involve a structured discussion of emerging themes from fieldwork in Canada, Tasmania and the ACT. The workshop is tentatively scheduled for Thursday 20 August 2026. Sydney Law School anticipates up to 30 hours of interviews that will need to be coded. They hope the coding work for these three sites will be completed by mid-October and for the fourth site, Spain, by mid-November.
Criteria:
Demonstrable experience coding data, preferably using grounded theory.
Demonstrable experience using NVivo
Knowledge of what is entailed in qualitative fieldwork
Ability to pay attention to detail
Interest in legislative scrutiny, parliamentary committees and processes of legal drafting and debate
Interest in or preferably expertise in gender and women’s rights
Duration: 3-4 months
Rate of pay: HEW5.4 (approx. $62.03/hour) + superannuation
How to apply: Please send a short CV (preferably no more than 3 pages) and short expression of interest (2-paragraphs max.) explaining how you meet the essential criteria above to zoe.giacomini@uts.edu.au by 30 June 2026.
Contact for questions: ramona.vijeyarasa@uts.edu.au
Application deadline: 30 June 2026
Paralegal - DGF Morgan & Associates
Description: DGF Morgan & Associates are a small team of solicitors offering a unique opportunity for talented law students to join their firm. They specialise in preparing documents for and advising companies, trusts and self-managed superannuation funds. They deal with areas of trust law, taxation law (including duties legislation in all states and territories), superannuation law, charity and DGR registration requirements for not-for-profit organisations. Their clients are mainly accountants, financial planners and other professional advisers.
The key responsibilities of successful applicants will include assisting solicitors with:
drafting company documents (e.g. resolutions, minutes, share transfers), deeds and agreements;
property transactions, including retail and commercial leases and residential property sales and purchases;
drafting emails, letters and cost agreements;
answering telephone queries and other office administrative tasks;
workflow and diary management.
DGF Morgan & Associates will offer ongoing training and support, flexibility during exam periods and remuneration in accordance with the Legal Services Award. They are located close to Circular Quay Station and Wynyard (near the Rocks).
Criteria:
Strong attention to detail and writing skills;
Critical thinking skills;
A commitment to work 3 days per week (we are flexible during exam periods).
Duration: Ongoing Casual
Rate of pay: $33.70 approx. (in line with Legal Services Award rates)
How to apply: To apply, please email Carolyn at carolyn@dgfmorgan.com.au. Please include the position title in the subject line and attach your CV, cover letter and your current Academic Transcript
Contact for questions: Carolyn (Solicitor) - carolyn@dgfmorgan.com.au
Application deadline: 3 July 2026
Legal Intern - Adara Group
Description: Working under the guidance and supervision of the Director of Legal, People & Culture, the Legal Intern supports and delivers value to the Adara Group by assisting the Legal and Risk team with a range of legal and administrative activities. The Legal Intern develops skills and gains professional workplace experience through exposure to legal, compliance, governance and transactional matters across both the Adara Development entities and Adara businesses.
Criteria:
Undertaking study towards a law degree (whether an undergraduate Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or postgraduate Juris Doctor (JD)).
A strong academic record.
Well-developed legal research and writing skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
High level of attention to detail.
A proactive, positive and energetic approach.
A passion for social justice and for making a difference in the world.
Flexibility, creativity, openness, kindness, integrity, fairness and an in-depth hands-on approach.
Prior legal experience or experience in the not-for-profit sector, while not essential, will be well regarded.
Duration: Part-time
Rate of pay: $25,000 (annual)
How to apply: Please follow this link to apply: https://bit.ly/LegalInternAdaraGroup
Contact for questions: For any enquiries, please reach out to: careers@adaragroup.org
Application deadline: 19 June 2026
Tipstaff/Associate - Supreme Court of NSW
Description: The Hon. Justice Stern is currently considering applications for the role of Tipstaff commencing in January 2028. The position is full-time with an expected duration of 18 months, comprising 6 months as Tipstaff and 12 months as Associate.
Her Honour is also considering applications for the role of Tipstaff commencing in July 2028, comprising 12 months as Tipstaff and 6 months as Associate.
Criteria: Applicants must have completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), or anticipate completion prior to January or July 2028 (as applicable). Applicants must have achieved a distinction average or higher in their law studies to date. Applicants must possess highly developed organisational and time management skills, close attention to detail, and an aptitude for legal research. Experience in legal practice is preferred but not required.
Duration: The position is full-time with an expected duration of 18 months, comprising 6 months as Tipstaff and 12 months as Associate.
Rate of pay: In line with the Legal Services Award 2020
How to apply: Applications should be sent to chambers.sternja@courts.nsw.gov.au by COB 30 June 2026, with a short covering letter, curriculum vitae, up-to-date academic transcript or statement of results issued by the university, and contact details for two referees.
Contact for questions: chambers.sternja@courts.nsw.gov.au
Application deadline: COB 30 June 2026
Junior Clerk - Black Chambers
Description: Black Chambers is currently seeking motivated and detail-oriented Casual Junior Clerks to join its team, with opportunities available for immediate commencement as well as inclusion in their Clerk Pool for future shifts. The role will primarily support barristers and chambers operations.
This is an excellent opportunity for law students or early-career candidates seeking practical exposure within a busy barristers’ chambers environment. The role offers hands-on experience across chambers administration, reception and client-facing support, document management, and general operational duties, while working in a professional and supportive setting alongside experienced barristers and staff.
Criteria:
Current law student (ideally with at least 2 years remaining on your degree preferred)
Strong attention to detail and ability to follow instructions accurately
Highly organised with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines
Professional, reliable, and able to work well in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication skills and ability to build effective working relationships
A proactive attitude with a willingness to learn and take on varied tasks
Interest in legal practice, particularly litigation or barristers’ work
Commitment to maintaining confidentiality at all times
Duration: casual
Rate of pay: In line with the Legal Services Award 2020
How to apply: Please email the Senior Clerk with your resume and your availability to take on shifts.
Contact for questions: Senior Clerk: Jessie@blackchambers.com.au
Application deadline: 29 May 2026
Paralegal - Streeton Lawyers
Description: Streeton Lawyers is a first-tier criminal law firm based in Sydney’s CBD. They are seeking a motivated paralegal, with a passion for criminal law, to join their specialist team. The successful applicant will assist solicitors with paralegal and administrative tasks, such as drafting correspondence, legal research, court and registry filings, drafting documents such as chronologies and brief of evidence summaries as well as ad hoc office administration.
The role is a paid casual position. The applicant must be available 2 days per week, with flexibility around exam periods and university breaks.
Criteria: The applicant must possess:
Excellent work ethic and ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines
Strong interpersonal skills
A demonstrated interest in criminal law
Prior experience in a law firm is desired, but not necessary
Duration: casual 2 days/week, with flexibility around exam periods and university breaks.
Rate of pay: Award rates
How to apply: Please email your resume, cover letter and academic transcript to Madison McGrath, Criminal Lawyer (madison.mcgrath@streetonlawyers.com.au) and Micaela Vitali, Communications Manager (micaela.vitali@streetonlawyers.com.au).
Contact for questions: Micaela Vitali - micaela.vitali@streetonlawyers.com.au
Application deadline: 5 June 2026
Barrister’s Legal Research Assistant - Banco Chambers
Description: Applications are sought for a third year LLB or second year JD student to work as a Legal Research Assistant for Danielle Forrester at Banco Chambers.
Danielle is an experienced junior counsel with a diverse practice in both commercial and public law. Danielle appears in commercial disputes, regulatory proceedings, competition and consumer law matters, public and administrative law proceedings and matters raising questions of international law. She is currently working on several interesting and high-profile matters.
This opportunity is ideal for a highly motivated student with an interest in legal research, litigation or an eventual career at the Bar. The role will commence in mid-June, with some flexibility as to the starting date.
Your responsibilities will include:
Legal research and drafting research memoranda
Assisting with research for presentations and papers
Proofing / citation checks
General clerical and administrative tasks
Criteria: Danielle is looking for a reliable and diligent research assistant, with excellent research and written skills. Prior legal work experience is desirable, but not required.
You should be able to demonstrate:
Strong record of academic performance
Strong legal research skills
Excellent time management and organisational skills
Enthusiasm for learning new legal skills
Proactive approach to work
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Critical eye for detail
Duration: Generally 1 day per week (additional hours may be offered in busier periods).
Rate of pay: $45/hr
Ideal start date: 15 June 2026
How to apply: Please submit your application via email to Ms Forrester’s Clerk at Banco Chambers, Jeh Coutinho (clerk@banco.net.au), with the following:
Curriculum vitae
Academic transcript
Short cover letter addressed to Ms Forrester explaining your interest in this position
Contact for questions: Jeh Coutinho (clerk@banco.net.au)
Application deadline: 1 June 2026
Paralegal - Edwards + Co Legal
Description: Edwards + Co Legal are a modern corporate and commercial law firm in the Sydney CBD, serving clients primarily in new economy businesses, including media, technology, and other enterprises where IP is a key element of the business. They are experienced in Asia as well as Australia. Their fast-moving client work requires them to be contemporary in their approach, utilising various tech platforms such as Notion and Slack. Many of their clients are seeking to launch innovative businesses.
They are a very busy, small, boutique firm looking for support from a paralegal in 2026. The paralegal will support lawyers in commercial, corporate, regulatory and intellectual property related matters. Working closely with the team, the paralegal would conduct research, prepare documents for despatch to clients, draft advices and agreements, attend conferences with clients, conduct ASIC and ATMOSS searches and filings, and other legal and paralegal matters.
The role also involves drafting academic articles to post on the firm’s website and in third party publications, as well as contributing to marketing through their newsletter and social media accounts.
The paralegal would also be responsible for digital filing of documents, maintaining registers, updating the firm workflow in Notion, and general office and practice management matters. The role is a mix of academic, commercial and administrative matters.
Criteria:
Student in their 3rd year of their legal studies and above.
You need to be expert in Microsoft Word, be familiar with Dropbox, and proficiency in Excel would be an advantage. Excellent, demonstrable writing skills are essential. You will be working closely with experienced lawyers for interesting clients launching or operating often disruptive digital businesses. You also need to have a high attention to detail and have a desire to really immerse yourself into projects working in a close-knit team.
Prior experience working in a commercial law firm would be an advantage.
An ability to manage high expectations and deadlines.
Duration: ongoing part-time, 2-3 days per week (typically 9am to 6pm with a lunch break) - Tuesday, Wednesday and/or Thursday
Rate of pay: negotiable based on experience (market rate)
Ideal start date: 23 June 2026
How to apply: Send a CV and covering letter to careers@edwardsandcolegal.com
Contact for questions: careers@edwardsandcolegal.com
Application deadline: 8 June 2026
Paralegal - Steadfast Group Limited
Description: an opportunity is available for a final-year law student to join Steadfast Group Ltd in a Paralegal role supporting the General Counsel across corporate, commercial, disputes, and compliance matters. It would provide the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in contracts, M&A, and legal research—ideal for those pursuing an in-house career in insurance or financial services.
Criteria: Steadfast is looking for a final-year student who has completed key commercial law subjects, including Company Law, Contracts, and electives such as Insurance Law.
Ideal Start Date: 2 June 2026
Duration: Permanent full-time
Rate of pay: $70,000 - $80,000
How to apply: if you are interested in a confidential conversation regarding career opportunities, please email talent@steadfast.com.au.
Contact for questions: talent@steadfast.com.au
Application deadline: 31 May 2026
Tipstaff/Associate - Supreme Court of NSW
Description: The Hon. Justice Mitchelmore is currently considering applications for the role of Tipstaff/Associate commencing in January 2028. The Tipstaff provides administrative support in chambers, performs duties in court, conducts legal research, assists with the preparation of cases, and proofreads draft judgments.
Criteria: Applicants must have completed a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (JD), or anticipate completion prior to January 2028. Applicants must have achieved a distinction average or higher in their law studies to date. Applicants must possess highly developed organisational and time management skills, close attention to detail, and superior communication abilities. Experience in legal practice is preferred but not required.
Duration: The position is full-time with an expected duration of 18 months, comprising 12 months as Tipstaff and 6 months as Associate.
Rate of pay: $61,399 per annum (See Crown Employees (Tipstaves to Justices) Award)
How to apply: Applications should be sent to chambers.mitchelmore@courts.nsw.gov.au by COB 5 June 2026, with a short covering letter, curriculum vitae, up-to-date academic transcript or statement of results issued by the university, and contact details for two referees.
Contact for questions: chambers.mitchelmore@courts.nsw.gov.au
Application deadline: 5 June 2026
Tipstaff/Associate - Supreme Court of NSW
Description: Applications are invited for the position of Tipstaff to the Hon Justice Chen of the Supreme Court of New South Wales.
Criteria: Prospective applicants should possess the following attributes:
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);
High-level research skills;
A passion for the law, particularly in civil, criminal and administrative law matters which constitute the majority of matters in the common law division;
Excellent time-management skills and strong work ethic; and
Work experience in legal practice or a journal editorial role are desirable but not essential.
Duration: The position will commence on or around Monday, 24 January 2028 and conclude on or around Friday, 22 December 2028.
How to apply: Please send applications by email to Ms Megan Grace at chambers.chenj@courts.nsw.gov.au
Applications should include a:
Covering letter addressed to his Honour, Justice Chen;
Curriculum vitae including contact details of at least two referees;
Current academic transcript (unofficial is suitable but you may be required to bring the original if you are invited to attend an interview); and
Sample of your legal writing, for example a thesis, essay, or problem question response (optional but recommended).
Contact for questions: chambers.chenj@courts.nsw.gov.au
Application deadline: 5pm, 31 July 2026
Legal Research Assistant - New Chambers
Description: A position has become available for a third year LLB or second year JD student to commence working as a permanent part-time Legal Research Assistant in a job share arrangement, for two commercial and public law barristers at a well-regarded Chambers.
David McLure SC is a versatile silk with a leading commercial and public law practice. He is an experienced trial and appellate advocate, having conducted cases in a broad range of fields including corporate crime, banking, insolvency, and taxation. David is regularly briefed to provide advice in connection with class action litigation and is currently working on several interesting, high-profile matters.
Emma Beechey is a senior junior with a wide-ranging commercial practice, specialising in domestic and cross-border insolvency, banking, regulation and general commercial litigation. She regularly advises and acts for local and foreign liquidators, major financial institutions including each of Australia’s big four banks, corporations, investors, and regulators. She is recognised annually in each of the Australian ranking guides.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated, high performing student with an interest in litigation or an eventual career at the Bar. The role will commence in early June, with flexibility as to the exact date.
Your responsibilities will include:
legal research;
drafting documents for court and academic purposes;
preparing chronologies;
proofing/citation checks;
diary-keeping and document management;
managing accounts using accounting software; and
general administrative tasks.
Key benefits of the role include:
access to engaging and challenging legal work;
developing relationships with high performing legal professionals prior to the completion of your law degree;
professional skill advancement; and
working in a respected Chambers with an established client base.
Criteria:
A distinction law WAM is required, and previous legal experience is preferred.
You should be friendly, intelligent, highly organised and reliable.
Preferably, you have an interest in litigation.
You should be able to demonstrate:
strong legal research skills;
excellent time management and organisational skills;
an enthusiasm for learning new legal skills;
a proactive approach to work;
excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
a critical eye for detail.
Duration: permanent part-time, 2-3 dats per week during the semester (with additional hours required at times).
Rate of Pay: $37/hr
How to apply: Please submit your application via email to Angela Xue at xue@newchambers.com.au with the following:
curriculum vitae;
academic transcript;
short cover letter addressed to Mr McLure and Ms Beechey explaining why you are interested in this position
an example of recent written work or legal research; and
your availability. Please note that your work days may change each semester to accommodate your and your co-worker’s university timetables.
Contact for questions: xue@newchambers.com.au
Application deadline: 12 May 2026
Barrister’s Associate — Maurice Byers Chambers
Description: Opportunity to work with leading insurance and family law barrister Mr Awais Ahmad of Maurice Byers Chambers and Family Law Chambers.
Mr Ahmad is looking for a second to third year law student to assist him with:
Writing submissions;
Undertaking legal research;
Organising briefs; and
Attending court and conferences.
Practice areas also include some commercial and criminal law. The role offers flexible working conditions and times. Approximately 2 days per week are expected, with additional flexibility offered around university assignments or exams. Hours have the capacity to increase to 3-4 days per week during the university holidays.
Criteria: Candidates must be proactive, hardworking, and have meticulous attention to detail. A passion for law is essential. A distinction average in law subjects is required.
Duration: Casual
Rate of Pay: $30/hr
How to apply: Please email your CV and academic transcript to Mr Ahmad's current associate, Grace, at associate.ahmad@mauricebyers.com
Contact for questions: associate.ahmad@mauricebyers.com
Legal Research Assistant — New Chambers
Description: A part-time Legal Research Assistant position commencing in June 2026 has become available for a second or third year LLB student or second year JD student. This is an outstanding opportunity for a highly motivated, intelligent student with an interest in litigation or an eventual career at the Bar. The role will commence in June 2026 (with some flexibility around your university timetable). The role is for 2 to 3 days per week. The role is permanent part-time.
The role involves working for two barristers: Dominic Villa SC and Courtney Ensor.
Dominic Villa SC is a leading silk with a broad practice comprising general commercial law, common law, equity, industrial/employment law, and public law. Dominic has particular expertise in tort law and is often briefed in professional negligence, proportionate liability, and intentional tort matters, including misfeasance in public office, malicious prosecution and historic abuse claims. Dominic is also the author of the Annotated Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW).
Courtney Ensor practices principally in corporate and commercial law, with a specialisation in tax law. Courtney is recognised in legal ranking guides as a leading tax barrister. She regularly appears for and advises taxpayers and the Commissioner of Taxation. She is briefed in matters of international tax law, income tax, capital gains tax, fringe benefits tax, payroll tax, land tax, stamp duty and state grants.
New Chambers is one of Australia’s pre-eminent Chambers. It fosters exceptional talent and is a diverse and rewarding place to work. For more information on New Chambers, see: https://newchambers.com.au/
Your responsibilities will include:
Legal research;
Drafting documents for court and academic purposes;
Preparing chronologies;
Proofing and citation checks;
Organising barrister’s briefs;
General clerical and administrative tasks; and
General personal admin.
Criteria: You must be available to work at least 2 days per week from June 2026. Please note that this role generally includes a period of leave of at least 4 weeks over the Christmas period, paid out of annual leave. You should be friendly, intelligent, reliable and have an interest in litigation. Previous legal experience is not required but desirable.
You should be able to demonstrate:
Strong performance in your law degree to date;
Strong legal research skills;
An enthusiasm for learning new legal skills;
A proactive approach to work;
Excellent time management and organisational skills;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
A critical eye for detail
Ideal Start Date: 22 June 2026
Duration: Permanent part-time position
Rate of Pay: $37/hr
How to apply: Please submit your application via email to Mia Li at pa.cde@newchambers.com.au.
Your application should include the following:
your availability from June 2026;
curriculum vitae;
academic transcript;
intended subject choices for the remainder of 2026 and 2027;
cover letter (1 page maximum) explaining why you are interested in this position; and
an example of recent written work.
Contact for questions: Mia Li at pa.cde@newchambers.com.au
Application Deadline: 19 May 2026 5:00pm
Tipstaff/Associate — Supreme Court of NSW
Description: Justice G.A. Sirtes is looking to appoint a Tipstaff to commence in January 2027. A Tipstaff at the Supreme Court performs the same role as an Associate at the Federal Court or High Court. Their duties include drafting, legal research, proofreading as well as providing general assistance both in court and in chambers. The Associate in Justice Sirtes’ chambers will share a similar legal workload to the Tipstaff but has additional responsibilities in the form of administrative support as well as acting as the main point of contact for the chamber.
Justice G.A. Sirtes sit in the Common Law Division but regularly hear matters in the Equity Division, especially in the Commercial List, Technology and Construction List and Real Property List. The position would thus be of interest to final year law students interested in a broad range of the Court’s work, including criminal trials and matters in the Court of Criminal Appeal.
Criteria:
Final year law student
Exceptional attention to detail and a strong academic record
The initiative to complete tasks without continuous supervision
Duration: The appointment will be for 21 months, during which the successful applicant will work as Tipstaff for the initial 12 months and then as an Associate for the following 9 months
How to apply: Applications should be sent to chambers.sirtesj@courts.nsw.gov.au and should include a covering letter, curriculum vitae, academic transcript and an example of the applicant’s writing.
Contact for questions: Applicants are encouraged to direct any queries to the chambers email address.
Application Deadline: 15 May 2026
PLT Placement — Riverwood Migration Lawyers
Description: Riverwood Migration, a boutique migration law firm based in Sydney, is offering an exciting Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement for a motivated law graduate or final-year student.
Whether you are looking for part-time or full-time arrangements to complete your required PLT hours, this is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on, practical experience in the dynamic field of Australian migration law.
As a PLT Student at Riverwood Migration, you will work closely with our Senior Lawyers. This role offers real-world exposure to a diverse range of complex migration matters, giving you the chance to apply your academic knowledge to practical, day-to-day legal tasks.
Key Responsibilities:
Conducting legal research on migration legislation, policy, and case law.
Drafting legal submissions, correspondence, and assisting with visa application forms.
Liaising professionally with clients, the Department of Home Affairs, and other key stakeholders.
Assisting with file management and maintaining accurate case records.
Providing general administrative support to the broader legal team.
Criteria:
A recent law graduate or final-year law student currently undertaking (or about to commence) your PLT in Sydney
Full working rights in Australia with a valid visa for at least 1.5 years (Australian PR/Citizenship is highly regarded).
Professional fluency in English (Mandarin and Cantonese are highly regarded).
Note: Employer sponsorship pathways may be available for the right candidate upon successful completion of the placement.
Duration: 15 days/full time
Rate of pay: unpaid with allowance
How to apply: Please send your CV and a brief cover letter to talents@riverwoodmigration.com.
In addition to a Cover Letter, Resume, and Academic Transcript, applicants are required to provide short responses (approx. 150 words each) to the following four questions:
AI & Law: What do you think the impact of AI on the legal profession will look like in the next 5 years, and why do you believe you will not be replaced by AI?
Specialization: Why have you chosen to pursue a career in Migration Law?
Career Vision: Why do you want to be a lawyer, and what is your 5-year career plan?
Work Style: What is your preferred way of working (e.g., collaborative, autonomous, hybrid)?
Contact for questions: hally.li@riverwoodmigration.com
Application Deadline: 22 May 2026
Paralegal — Resolve Litigation Lawyers
Description: Resolve Litigation Lawyers is a boutique law firm specialising in commercial and regulatory litigation, competition and consumer law, intellectual property and insolvency. Our clients are from a wide range of industries, including energy and resources, pharmaceuticals, telecommunications and IT, banking and finance, health, agribusiness, manufacturing and retail.
As a Paralegal, you will assist lawyers, senior lawyers and directors with legal tasks including:
preparing briefs to Counsel;
drafting court documents and compiling evidence and exhibits;
drafting advice and legal correspondence;
undertaking legal research;
communicating with other team members, Court staff and clients; and
providing assistance with the day-to-day carriage of matters, as well as helping lawyers prepare for Court hearings and meetings with Counsel.
Your administrative duties will include:
handling correspondence, emails and mail;
photocopying, scanning and document filing and management; and
answering phone calls and taking file notes.
Criteria:
enthusiastic and inquisitive with an interest in commercial disputes and legal research
completed 2 or more years of an undergraduate law degree or 1 or more years of a Juris Doctor/Graduate Law program.
excellent organisational and time management skills;
strong written communication skills;
excellent attention to detail;
excellent interpersonal and collaborative abilities; and
good clerical, basic drafting, researching and proofreading skills.
Prior paralegal or clerical experience is preferred but not essential
Duration: 2-3 days/week, casual basis
Rate of pay: $30 - $40, dependent on experience
Ideal Start Date: 4 May 2026
How to apply: Please forward your expression of interest, along with your CV and academic transcript to paralegal@rllawyers.com.au
Contact for questions: paralegal@rllawyers.com.au
Student Internship Program for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students — Hive Legal
Description: Hive Legal invites applications for our paid Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander university students – Student Internship Program. The program provides practical legal experience alongside structured learning, supporting students to meet course requirements and progress their career goals.
Criteria: No prior legal work experience is required, only a willingness to learn and get involved. Opportunity is open to current law students who identify as Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander.
Duration: 3 weeks (full time) can be remote or in-office.
Rate of pay: $4,560 (calculated as $40 per hour, 7.6 hours per day, over three weeks)
Ideal Start Date: 6 July 2026
How to apply: All applications must be submitted through: HiveScout – Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Student Internship bot (https://au.bot.joseflegal.com/84KO3b4o/aboriginal-and-torres-strait-islander-student-internship)
Contact for questions: ops@hivelegal.com.au
Application Deadline: 22 May 2026
Barrister’s Research Assistant — 9 Selborne Chambers
Description: Blake O’Connor is a commercial barrister looking for casual Research Assistant to work two days per week with at least one day in chambers. Class actions practice. Not particularly interested in academic performance but if you wish to highlight this then by all means.
Criteria: Good research skills and highly personable. Current law student (probably 3rd year onwards but feel free to apply otherwise). Two days per week but flexible according to school timetable. High degree of autonomy required.
Employment Type: Casual
Rate of pay: compensation to be negotiated according to expectations and skill but in the order of $50/hr
How to apply: apply by emailing your CV to Boconnor@selbornechambers.com.au
Contact for questions: Boconnor@selbornechambers.com.au
Application Deadline: 30 April 2026
Legal and Integrity Paralegal — Rugby Australia
Description: Rugby Australia (Rugby AU) is the national governing body for rugby in Australia, recognised as a funded national sporting organisation by the Australian Sports Commission (ASC). The Rugby AU Legal & Integrity team aims to enable Rugby AU to achieve its objectives across 4 key strategic pillars: resource & ecosystem efficiency, performance excellence, participation growth, and promotion effectiveness.
The key purpose of this role is to provide hands-on paralegal support to the Legal & Integrity team across both substantive legal and integrity matters and day-to-day operations. This includes supporting the delivery of integrity programs, maintaining compliance systems, coordinating regulatory processes, and ensuring the smooth running of the legal & integrity function through effective administration.
This is an ideal opportunity for a law student or experienced paralegal seeking to build a career in sports law and governance. You will gain genuine exposure to a broad range of legal and integrity matters while working alongside experienced professionals in a dynamic sporting environment as Australia prepares to host the 2027 and 2029 Rugby World Cups.
Criteria:
Required:
Undertaking or recently completed tertiary studies in law or another relevant discipline such as investigations, governance or sports administration
Working with Children Check
National Police Check
Multi-tasking skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Excellent attention to detail
Excellent time management skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
An ability to work autonomously as part of a small in-house legal team
A collaborative mindset and willingness to learn
Ability to maintain the appropriate level of confidentiality when dealing with a wide range of issues and stakeholders
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, managing competing priorities effectively
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Desired:
Previous administrative, paralegal or legal and/or integrity support experience (including internships or clerkships)
Previous experience in company secretarial and/or corporate governance support
Interest in sports law and related matters
Interest in rugby or sport generally
Understanding of regulatory requirements including World Rugby Regulations
Experience with document management or matter management systems
Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms
Experience with board management systems
Employment Type: Full-time, part-time, and casual hours are to be considered for the right candidate
How to apply: Please apply by emailing your cover letter and CV to madelaine.allaway@rugby.com.au by 24 April
Contact for questions: Please email madelaine.allaway@rugby.com.au if you have any questions.
Application Deadline: 24 April 2026
Paralegal — Football St George
Description: Applications are sought to provide paralegal support to the Football St George Disciplinary Committee (DC). The DC hears appeals from FSG participants and direct referrals from FSG.
Applicants will need to be available on Monday evenings from approximately 6.30pm and will support disciplinary panel members by taking meeting minutes and assisting in the recording of panel decisions.
Successful candidates will be engaged as casual employees as a Level 4 Employee under the Legal Services Award.
Criteria: Current law students with an interest in sports law and football would be most suitable.
Rate of pay: $40/hr
Duration: Ongoing during the winter season
How to apply: By email with cover letter and CV to chair@footballstgeorge.com.au
Contact for questions:chair@footballstgeorge.com.au
Barrister’s Researcher/Assistant — 4 Wentworth Chambers
Description: Barrister seeking a 3-4 year university student or a PLT student to assist with:
legal research
drafting chronologies
organising briefs
basic advice work
personal assistant tasks
This is a paid contractor role with flexible working times and conditions. The role will comprise of both work from home as well as time spent in chambers. Immediate start.
Criteria:
Experience in personal injury and/or abuse law is highly regarded
3-4 year student
Must be comfortable dealing with challenging subject matter.
Rate of pay: $50/hr
Duration: Continuing
How to apply: Please send your academic transcript and CV to: gschipp@4wentworth.com.au
Contact for questions:gschipp@4wentworth.com.au
Tipstaff/Associate — Supreme Court of NSW
Description: Justice Richard Weinstein is currently accepting applications for the position of Tipstaff/Associate at the Supreme Court of NSW. There are two positions available: one commencing at the end of January 2027, and the other at the beginning of October 2027. It expected that each of the successful applicants will spend 9 months in the role of Tipstaff before rotating into the position of Associate for a further 9 months. A Tipstaff at the Supreme Court primarily undertakes legal research and proofreading, as well as providing general assistance both in court and in chambers. The Associate undertakes similar legal work while also managing chambers and providing administrative and executive support to the Judge.
Criteria: Applicants must have a tertiary qualification in law or substantial progress towards such a qualification.
High level legal research and writing skills, including familiarity with legal databases.
Excellent proofreading and editing skills.
Interpersonal skills including judgement, tact, discretion and diplomacy, as judicial staff are often in contact with members of the profession and other persons engaged or interested in the business of the Court, often with respect to sensitive issues.
Ability to plan and organise work.
Ability to work independently and as part of a small team, often under time pressure.
Understanding of, or ability to quickly comprehend, the Court’s operations and procedures.
Rate of pay: Pay in accordance with the Tipstaff and Associate award.
How to apply: Applications should consist of a cover letter, curriculum vitae (including contact details of least two references) and an academic transcript. Applications must be submitted by no later than 5pm on Friday 27 March 2026. Interviews will take place in April 2026. Applications and queries should be sent to his Honour’s Associate, Ruth Begbie, by email: ruth.begbie@courts.nsw.gov.au.
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.
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
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.