Law Clerk / Legal Administrator

TY Lawyers | Chatswood, NSW | Full-time

Excellent legal work starts with a great team.

At TY Lawyers, we believe that great legal service comes from a combination of legal knowledge, attention to detail and a genuine commitment to helping clients find practical solutions. We are an established boutique law firm in Chatswood, providing accessible, transparent and solution-oriented legal services to individuals and small to medium-sized businesses. Our work spans property law, small business matters, debt recovery, wills and estates, and commercial disputes.

We are looking for a well-organised, detail-oriented and proactive Law Clerk / Legal Administrator to join our team. This is a varied role combining legal support and administration, ideal for someone who enjoys keeping things organised, takes pride in getting the details right and works well with others.

You do not need to know everything from day one. We value the right attitude, a willingness to learn and someone who can be relied upon to follow through on their responsibilities.

What you'll do

Working closely with our lawyers and colleagues, you will help ensure our legal matters and day-to-day operations run smoothly.

Your responsibilities will include

- Legal administration: Preparing, formatting and organising legal documents, correspondence and matter files.
- Matter coordination: Keeping files up to date, monitoring deadlines, managing diaries and following up outstanding tasks.
- Client and stakeholder communication: Liaising professionally with clients, solicitors and other relevant parties.
- Team support:



Providing general administrative assistance and working collaboratively with the team to meet deadlines and keep matters progressing.
- Telephone and reception duties: Answer incoming phone calls promptly and professionally, direct enquiries to the appropriate person, take accurate messages and assist callers courteously.

As you become familiar with our practice, there will be opportunities to develop your legal knowledge, broaden your experience and take on additional responsibilities suited to your skills.

What we're looking for

The right person is not necessarily the one with the longest CV. We are looking for someone who is dependable, conscientious and committed to doing their work well.

You will ideally demonstrate

- Excellent organisational skills — you can manage competing priorities efficiently, keep track of tasks and make sure nothing important falls through the cracks.
- Exceptional attention to detail — you check your work carefully, notice inconsistencies and understand the importance of accuracy in legal practice.
- Initiative and accountability — you follow through on tasks, anticipate what needs attention and take responsibility for your work.
- Clear communication skills — you interact with clients and colleagues professionally, courteously and confidently.
- A willingness to learn — you are receptive to feedback, open to new systems and keen to keep developing your skills.





Previous experience in a law firm or legal administration role is an advantage, but it is not essential. We welcome applications from candidates at different stages of their careers who can demonstrate the right qualities and a genuine interest in legal work.

Why join TY Lawyers?

A supportive team where your contribution matters. At TY Lawyers, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our team in a boutique practice where everyone plays a meaningful part in delivering a good outcome for our clients.

- A collaborative working environment: Be part of a team that values mutual support, open communication and working together.
- Varied and meaningful work: Gain exposure to different areas of legal practice and develop practical, transferable skills.
- Room to grow: Learn through hands-on experience, guidance from colleagues and increasing responsibility as your skills develop.
- A people-focused approach: Contribute to a firm that values professional service, practical solutions and positive working relationships.
- A convenient Chatswood location: Enjoy working in a well-connected area close to public transport and local amenities.

We are looking for someone who wants to be more than just a pair of hands — someone who takes pride in their work and helps make the whole team better.

Position details

- Position: Law Clerk / Legal Administrator
- Employment type: Full-time
- Location: Chatswood, NSW
- Commencement: As soon as possible
- Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

This is an office-based position, offering the opportunity to work closely with the team and be involved in the day-to-day running of the practice.

📌 Law Clerk / Legal Administrator (Chatswood)
🏢 TY Lawyers
📍 Chatswood