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Paralegal

Role description

Norton White are seeking paralegals to work in our aviation and shipping teams.

This is an excellent opportunity for students in the early stages of their degree to gain experience working in a commercial law firm. Paralegals will be engaged in legal research, drafting and will have frequent opportunities to work with senior practitioners.

Depending on availability, paralegals will work one to three days per week. We are always willing to provide flexibility to accommodate students’ assessment commitments.
 

Graduate Program

Role description

We offer graduate positions across all our DLA Piper offices in Australia. During your graduate programme, you’ll experience three six-month rotations throughout our seven different practice areas to gain a broad range of experience. You’ll also have the opportunity to undertake a rotation in our responsible business or business advisory teams, giving you breadth in your knowledge of the law as well as the practical skills that will stay with you for your entire career.

2026 Graduate Program

Role description

We offer a 15 month graduate program featuring rotations across various practice areas, allowing your to explore and discover your passion for a preferred area of law.

We have 12 groups that you can be a part of. During this time you’ll work closely with all levels of our practice, from solicitors to partners, giving you the opportunity to make an impact from day one.

Our program provides engaging, complex work, opportunities for growth and the chance to kickstart your legal career with one of Australia’s leading legal practices.

Legal Associate

Role description

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.

Legal associates primarily provide assistance to designated judges but may be asked to assist other judges if the need arises. Some travel may be required.

Sydney Graduate Development Program - 2026

Role description

We are currently seeking Law Graduates to join our Sydney team on the firm's Graduate Development Program commencing in March 2026. As part of this 12-month program, graduates rotate through two different practice areas providing our graduates with an opportunity to learn a range of different skills and find their preferred area of law.        

Graduates are able to express preferences for placement areas.  

2026 Sydney Law Graduate Program

Role description

As a Law Graduate you will be a part of a 12 month program in our Sydney office.  During your graduate year you will experience:
•    a combination of on-the-job training and support in completing Practical Legal Training;
•    a comprehensive induction with the national graduate cohort which lays the foundation for the year ahead;
•    the opportunity to gain experience in several of the firm's practice areas;

Law Graduate

Role description

We are looking for a strong Graduate/Junior Lawyer to join our highly successful Corporate practice group. You will work alongside a team of exceptional lawyers as well as our Growth, Tech and Marketing teams to deliver quality work and an exceptional experience to every client you interact with. We act for an incredibly diverse client base, helping them with a broad range of needs including the sale and purchase of businesses, employee incentive schemes, shareholder agreements, share buy-backs, business structuring, loans, corporate governance and not-for-profit advice.

 

Graduate Rotation Program | Sydney

Role description

Our Graduate Rotation Program is a 12 month, fixed term contract, which will provide you with the support, learning opportunities and hands-on experience necessary to embark on a rewarding and successful legal career.  Renowned for our collaborative culture, passion for client service and professional development opportunities, you will be rewarded with genuine career prospects and a friendly, team based environment.