About Us
Coal Coast Legal is a boutique law firm known for delivering personalised, high-quality legal services to our clients. As a smaller firm, we pride ourselves on a close-knit team culture where every team member, including our paralegals, plays a genuinely hands-on role in the running of matters, not just filing paperwork on the sidelines. We're looking for someone eager to learn, grow, and get real exposure to legal practice from day one. The Role
We are seeking an early year law student to join our team as a casual paralegal ranging from 1 - 2 days per week. You'll work directly alongside our Principal, gaining broad exposure across the day-to-day operations of the firm.
Responsibilities will include
Assisting with the running of matters and opening of new files
Legal research
Document drafting
Creating marketing material for our social media channels
General administrative tasks
Meeting with clients
Answering phone calls
Other paralegal duties as required
About You
We're not looking for a finished product — we're looking for potential. You'll be a great fit if you are:
Well presented and able to articulate yourself clearly and confidently A quick learner, comfortable picking up current tasks and systems
Customer-service oriented, with a friendly and professional manner
Competent with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills
Currently studying at university (early years welcome)
No prior experience is necessary — though any legal, customer service, or admin experience will be regarded favourably.
Experience with AI tools will also be viewed favourably.
What We Offer
Genuine hands-on experience across a real legal practice
Direct mentorship from our Principal A flexible casual arrangement designed to work around your studies The chance to build practical skills and industry contacts early in your career
How to Apply To apply, please send your resume and a short cover letter (limited to 2 pages) to
[email protected] telling us a little about yourself and why you're interested in the role. We look forward to hearing from you!
📌 Paralegal - Early Year Law Student (Wollongong)
🏢 Coal Coast Legal
📍 Wollongong