Lawyer – Criminal, Family & Litigation Law – Full-Time

Are you a lawyer looking to grow your career in a thriving regional hub? We’re a forward-thinking law firm with offices in Dubbo and Gilgandra, offering a dynamic and supportive environment where your contribution truly matters.

About Us

We’re proud of our reputation for delivering practical legal solutions to local businesses and families. With rapid growth in recent years, we’re expanding our team to better serve our loyal client base and continue building strong community relationships.

About the role

This full-time position is based in our Dubbo office and offers an exciting prospect to take your legal career to the next level. 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, personal injury litigation, debt recovery and general legal matters. You will work closely with the Directors and gain exposure to matters from initial client conferences through to preparation, negotiation, court proceedings and finalisation.

Key responsibilities

- Deliver high-quality legal services to a diverse client base
- Expand and develop your advocacy skills
- Manage workflows and deadlines efficiently
- Collaborate with colleagues and lead within the office environment
- Meet budget and performance targets
- Develop strong drafting and negotiation skills
- 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

What We’re Looking For

- Be admitted as a legal practitioner in Australia and hold, or be eligible to obtain, a practising certificate in New South Wales.
- A commonsense approach with a focus on client solutions.
- A genuine interest in regional practice and community engagement.
- 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.
- 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 across regional NSW.
- Progressively take responsibility for your own matters
- Develop your legal career in a supportive, hands-on environment

Why Dubbo?

- Affordable housing
- Excellent schools and childcare
- Charles Sturt University and TAFE campuses
- State-of-the-art cultural venues and sporting facilities

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📌 Lawyer – Criminal, Family & Litigation Law – Full-Time (Dubbo)
🏢 Peacockes Solicitors Pty
📍 Dubbo