Legal associates assist with researching cases, points of law, preparing matters for hearing including other related matters for first instance judges and of the Court. Legal associates are responsible for providing assistance to judicial officers during court hearings and other administrative support to judges, as required. In addition, legal associates perform court support duties.

This role supports the Legal Branch within the Department of Communities and Justice (DCJ) by delivering comprehensive legal, clerical, and administrative support to solicitors and legal staff within DCJ Legal, ensuring the efficient coordination of casework, accurate document preparation, and timely assistance across a range of legal matters.

The position of Associate is responsible for the provision of high level support services as an executive assistant and secretary.

The Associate will manage the work commitments and diary of Justice John Robson and acts as an initial contact and screening point for persons seeking access to the Judge or making inquiries on general or specific matters.

The Adara Group is recruiting for a Legal Intern, commencing on or around June 2025.
   
The internship program provides an unparalleled opportunity for a student studying law to gain hands on legal experience working on international development and corporate advisory legal matters. 
   

The New South Wales Nurses and Midwives’ Association (NSWNMA) in association with the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Federation New South Wales Branch (ANMF NSW Branch) is seeking an Assistant Legal Officer (Paralegal) to join our Professional Services team.

Our personal injury team is looking for a Paralegal/Law student who is able to work 3-4 days a week during university sessions and additional hours over University breaks. 

We are incredibly flexible with study - if you need time off for exams/assignments, just let us know. 

You will be assisting our principal Terence Stern OAM with decision-maker work for the Personal Injury Commission (‘PIC’) and with Medical Negligence, Public Liability and Estates claims.

You will also be handling conveyancing/property matters alongside our Paralegal, Grace.

The Paralegal provides legal and administrative support and conducts research in a timely, efficient and professional manner to assist Investigations Solicitors and Litigation Solicitors within PS-LRD.

You may be assigned to either the Investigations Unit or the Litigation and External Intervention Unit and may be rotated as required between the Units according to workloads.

What you'll be doing

We are seeking a law student with experience in criminal law to join our team as a casual paralegal.

Applicants without experience in criminal will not be considered. Please do not apply without the relevant experience.

 Duties: 

Your responsibilities will include:

• General administrative and clerical duties
• File management and document preparation
• Answering phone calls and liaising with clients
• Scheduling appointments and diary management
• Assisting solicitors and support staff as required
• Data entry and maintaining accurate records

We are seeking a motivated paralegal, with a passion for criminal law, to join our 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.