About the role The successful candidate will assist with and progressively take responsibility for a broad range of legal work across family law, criminal law, civil and commercial litigation, employment disputes, debt recovery and general legal matters. You will work closely with the Principal Solicitor and Senior Associate and gain exposure to matters from initial client conferences through to preparation, negotiation, court proceedings and finalisation.

Key responsibilities

- Drafting affidavits, Statements of Claim, Defences, Cross-Claims, applications and other court documents

- Preparing Consent Orders, Short Minutes of Order and other family law documents

- Drafting legal correspondence, letters of demand, settlement offers and client advice

- Reviewing and analysing briefs of evidence, affidavits, financial documents, police material and other evidence

- Preparing subpoenas and responding to subpoenas and notices to produce

- Preparing briefs and instructions to counsel

- Assisting with interlocutory applications and contested proceedings

- Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries and legal advice

- Managing electronic court filing and procedural requirements

- Liaising with courts, registries, barristers, solicitors, police and government departments

About you

- Be admitted as a legal practitioner in Australia and hold, or be eligible to obtain, a practising certificate in New South Wales





- Possess strong legal drafting, research and analytical skills

- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills

- Be confident communicating directly with clients

- Have strong organisational skills and attention to detail

- Be capable of managing competing priorities and deadlines

- Demonstrate initiative, professionalism and reliability

- Be able to work independently and collaboratively

- Have a genuine interest in litigation, advocacy and court work

- Be motivated to develop their legal skills and professional career

About us

Avondale Lawyers is a busy and growing Sydney law firm based in Drummoyne, acting for clients across a broad range of matters including family law, criminal law, civil and commercial litigation, employment disputes, debt recovery and general legal matters.

Perks

- Work directly with experienced senior legal practitioners

- Gain extensive exposure to litigation and court proceedings

- Develop strong drafting, advocacy and negotiation skills

- Work directly with clients

- Assist in preparing matters for hearings, mediations and negotiations

- Gain experience across several areas of law

- Attend court appearances and conferences

- Progressively take responsibility for your own matters

- Develop your legal career in a supportive, hands-on environment

📌 Junior Lawyer – Litigation, Family & Criminal Law (Drummoyne)
🏢 Avondale Lawyers
📍 Drummoyne