Junior Lawyer ? Eastern-Suburbs (Clovelly), NSW | Full-Time

Horne Legal is expanding and seeks a Junior Lawyer to join our team. This is a rare opportunity to join a small civil and commercial law practice located just a 5-minute walk from Clovelly Beach.

This role is ideal for a recently admitted lawyer with up to 2 years' post admission experience who wants practical experience and direct client exposure while maintaining a genuinely balanced lifestyle.

Our Clovelly office is well serviced by parking, public transport and local amenities, and offers a balanced working environment. With two gyms and a Pilates studio either side of the office, you can fit in a workout before, during or after work.

Key Responsibilities

- Reviewing and drafting legal documents and correspondence;
- Conducting legal research and analysis;
- Managing matters under supervision of two senior lawyers, while showing initiative in progressing towards independent carriage of matters;
- Attending court appearances and instructing counsel;
- Attending meetings with clients and counsel;
- Liaising with clients, counsel, courts, and stakeholders; and
- Supporting both dispute resolution and transactional matters.

Essential Requirements for the Role

- Admission as a legal practitioner in NSW (or eligible for admission in the short term);




- Strong written and verbal communication skills and drafting skills;
- Robust attention to detail;
- Eager to learn and develop professionally;
- Organised, proactive, and reliable;
- Able to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues;
- Passionate about delivering excellent legal services;
- Strong time-management and organisational skills; and
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment.

Benefits

- Structured mentoring
- Career progression opportunities
- Supportive, collaborative and relaxed culture
- Competitive salary package
- Genuine work-life balance

Our Team

You’ll work closely with

1. Tim Horne, the Principal, who specialises in litigation and dispute resolution across a diverse range of matters and works with renowned barristers; and
2. Jamieson Doyle-Taylor who is a senior lawyer specialising in transactional matters for high-value commercial clients.

The two have over 40 years’ combined experience. You will be supported by paralegals, a clerk and an Office manager with over 30 years’ experience in a large commercial law firms.

There is an experienced team around you to provide guidance and support when you need it.

Apply Now

Submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] to be considered for this exciting opportunity.

📌 Junior Lawyer (Sydney)
🏢 Horne Legal
📍 Sydney