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- Applications open:
- May 2027 (published)
- Applications close:
- June 2027 (estimated)
The NSW Crown Solicitor's Office runs a two year Graduate Development Program for admitted lawyers. Applicants apply once they are…
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The NSW Crown Solicitor's Office runs a two year Graduate Development Program for admitted lawyers. Applicants apply once they are admitted. The office has published no other eligibility criteria. Graduates rotate through the office's legal practice groups and have a graduate buddy in their first year. Salary is described as competitive but no figure is published. Applications for the next round are due to open in May 2027. Exact dates and the start date have not been published.
- Eligibility
- Admitted lawyers (apply upon admission). No other criteria published.
- Runs
- Next NSW CSO graduate recruitment opens May 2027; commencement not published
- Pay
- Paid. Not published (described as competitive)
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
Crown Solicitor's Office (NSW)
Crown Solicitor's Office (NSW) student paralegal pathway
Paralegal pathway · NSW
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
The NSW Crown Solicitor's Office employs law students as paralegals while they complete their degree. It is not a formal…
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The NSW Crown Solicitor's Office employs law students as paralegals while they complete their degree. It is not a formal structured program. Roles are advertised as they become available, so there is no fixed application window. The office says many of its paralegals go on to apply for its Graduate Development Program. That program is open to lawyers once they are admitted. Students should watch the office's careers page for advertised paralegal roles.
- Eligibility
- Law students completing their degree.
- Runs
- Available during 2027, subject to vacancies or placement capacity
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
Crown Solicitor's Office (South Australia)
Crown Solicitor's Office (SA) 12-month Clerkship
Seasonal clerkship · SA
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
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- Application dates not yet announced
The Crown Solicitor's Office in South Australia offers 12 month clerkship positions across its four practice areas. Clerks do legal…
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The Crown Solicitor's Office in South Australia offers 12 month clerkship positions across its four practice areas. Clerks do legal research, drafting and trial assistance under the supervision of an office solicitor. The office has not published eligibility criteria, pay or application dates. It is not confirmed whether the role functions as a role before admission or a paralegal route to a graduate role. Students should check the office's careers page for advertised positions.
- Eligibility
- Not published.
- Runs
- Available during 2027, subject to vacancies or placement capacity
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- February 2027 (estimated)
- Applications close:
- March 2027 (estimated)
The Crown Solicitor's Office in South Australia runs a First Nations Cadetship. It is for First Nations Australians and is…
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The Crown Solicitor's Office in South Australia runs a First Nations Cadetship. It is for First Nations Australians and is run through AFL SportsReady, which publishes the full criteria. Cadets receive a study allowance of up to $12,000 a year. They also receive a book and equipment allowance of up to $1,000 a year. Application dates have not been published. Enquiries go to the office's reception email address.
- Eligibility
- First Nations Australians. Full criteria on AFL SportsReady.
- Runs
- Potential 2027 First Nations cadet recruitment; intake / round unannounced
- Pay
- Stipend. Study allowance up to $12,000 per year and book and equipment allowance up to $1,000 per year (GST exclusive)
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- July 2027 (estimated)
- Applications close:
- August 2027 (estimated)
The Dentons Law Graduate Program runs in the firm's Perth and Adelaide offices. It runs for one year, with two…
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The Dentons Law Graduate Program runs in the firm's Perth and Adelaide offices. It runs for one year, with two six month rotations. Graduates start in late February or early March 2027. The firm has not published eligibility criteria. Application dates for Perth are still to be confirmed. The firm has not listed application dates for Adelaide. It has not published an offer date for either office.
- Eligibility
- Not published.
- Runs
- Potential 2028 Perth / Adelaide graduate recruitment; 2027-start status unresolved
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
Department of Justice (Queensland)
Queensland Government Law and Justice Graduate Program
Graduate program · QLD
- Applications open:
- August 2027 (published)
- Applications close:
- September 2027 (estimated)
The Queensland Government Law and Justice Graduate Program recruits for the Department of Justice. It runs statewide for two years…
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The Queensland Government Law and Justice Graduate Program recruits for the Department of Justice. It runs statewide for two years and leads to a permanent position. The starting salary is $76,217 plus 12.75% superannuation. Applicants need a degree in law, justice, criminology or a related field completed between January 2025 and 31 January 2028. It is not a practising lawyer program by its terms. Applications for the 2028 intake open in August 2027, and the program starts in February 2028.
- Eligibility
- Degree in law, justice, criminology or a related field completed between January 2025 and 31 January 2028. Australian or New Zealand citizen, permanent resident, or visa with unrestricted work rights.
- Runs
- 2028 intake, starting February 2028 or earlier if available
- Pay
- Paid. Starting salary $76,217, 12.75% super, 17.5% leave loading
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
DLA Piper Australia runs a graduate programme in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. It is open to Australian and New…
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DLA Piper Australia runs a graduate programme in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth. It is open to Australian and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents. Clerks are considered for the graduate programme in the office where they clerked. The firm does not publish rotations, start dates or pay for the programme. No application dates are published. Students seeking a graduate role at the firm generally enter through the seasonal clerkship programme.
- Eligibility
- Australian and New Zealand citizens and permanent residents.
- Runs
- 2027 intake and later graduate cohorts. Review July–August 2027; this is a review period, not an application opening.
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- June 2027 (estimated)
- Applications close:
- July 2027 (estimated)
DMAW Lawyers runs a graduate programme in South Australia. Graduates join a team under a principal. They rotate into another…
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DMAW Lawyers runs a graduate programme in South Australia. Graduates join a team under a principal. They rotate into another core team within their first 12 months. The firm has not published eligibility criteria, start dates or application dates. Enquiries go to the firm's general email address. The firm also runs a summer clerkship program for penultimate and final year students.
- Eligibility
- Not published
- Runs
- Possible 2028 graduate recruitment if places are advertised
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia recruits associates and registrar associates. Legal associate and registrar associate roles need…
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The Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia recruits associates and registrar associates. Legal associate and registrar associate roles need a completed or nearly completed law degree. Associates are employed at APS 5 and deputy associates at APS 4. Judges' associate roles run for about 12 months, with possible extensions, in capital cities and regional locations. Roles are advertised throughout the year on the court's careers page and APS Jobs. Merit lists may be used for up to 18 months.
- Eligibility
- Completed or nearly completed law degree for legal associate and registrar associate roles. Case Manager roles require no legal qualification.
- Runs
- Available during 2027, subject to vacancies or placement capacity
- Pay
- Paid. APS 5 associates and APS 4 deputy associates under the Federal Court of Australia Enterprise Agreement 2024-27
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Applications accepted throughout the year
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
Judges of the Federal Court of Australia recruit their own associates, often one to two years before the start date.…
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Judges of the Federal Court of Australia recruit their own associates, often one to two years before the start date. Associates are employed at APS Level 5 on a non ongoing basis for about 12 months, generally from the start of the year. Applicants are generally recent law graduates and must be Australian citizens. Positions are generally not advertised on APS Jobs. Applicants apply directly to chambers with a cover letter, resume and transcript. No relocation assistance is offered.
- Eligibility
- Generally recent law graduates. Australian citizenship required. Character clearance.
- Runs
- Available during 2027, subject to vacancies or placement capacity
- Pay
- Paid. APS Level 5
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
The Gadens Graduate Program runs in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and the ACT. Graduates complete two six month rotations…
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The Gadens Graduate Program runs in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and the ACT. Graduates complete two six month rotations across different practice groups, with Leo Cussen practical legal training built in. Graduates are recruited mainly through the clerkships and priority offers under state law society guidelines. Melbourne and Brisbane priority offers ran from 4 to 5 August 2026. Any market applications follow state guideline dates. The firm has not published eligibility criteria.
- Eligibility
- Not published.
- Runs
- 2027 intake and later graduate cohorts. Review July–August 2027; this is a review period, not an application opening.
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- February 2027 (estimated)
- Applications close:
- March 2027 (estimated)
Gilbert + Tobin runs a First Nations Legal Cadetship Program for First Nations law students. Cadets receive employment and mentoring…
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Gilbert + Tobin runs a First Nations Legal Cadetship Program for First Nations law students. Cadets receive employment and mentoring alongside their studies. The firm says the program has supported more than 64 students since 2011. The length of the cadetship has not been published. Application dates are not published on the firm's website, and no cadetship is currently listed on its job portal. The program is listed for Sydney, Melbourne and Perth, though the firm has not confirmed the offices.
- Eligibility
- First Nations law students.
- Runs
- Potential 2027 cadetship vacancy; recurring annual intake not established
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
The Gilbert + Tobin Graduate Program is a formal 18-month program with at least two practice rotations. Clerkships are the…
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The Gilbert + Tobin Graduate Program is a formal 18-month program with at least two practice rotations. Clerkships are the main entry point, and most graduates are former Gilbert + Tobin clerks. Graduate roles open occasionally for people who clerked at other firms. The firm does not state which offices take graduates. It runs clerkships in Sydney, Melbourne and Perth. No dates are published for the next intake.
- Eligibility
- Mainly former G+T clerks.
- Runs
- 2027 intake and later graduate cohorts. Review July–August 2027; this is a review period, not an application opening.
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer
Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Graduate Program
Graduate program · NSW, VIC, QLD, WA
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- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
The Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Graduate Program runs for 18 months in three six-month rotations. Graduates complete the UNSW Graduate…
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The Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer Graduate Program runs for 18 months in three six-month rotations. Graduates complete the UNSW Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice during the first rotation. Most graduate positions go to former vacation clerks. Direct applications open occasionally. The graduate page does not state which offices take graduates. The firm runs clerkships in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Perth.
- Eligibility
- Mainly former vacation clerks.
- Runs
- 2027 intake and later graduate cohorts. Review July–August 2027; this is a review period, not an application opening.
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Gleeson J: 1 October 2026; Jagot J: 31 August 2026
- Applications close:
- Gleeson J: 31 October 2026; Jagot J: 27 November 2026
Justices of the High Court of Australia each recruit their own associates, often two to three years ahead. Associates are…
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Justices of the High Court of Australia each recruit their own associates, often two to three years ahead. Associates are paid $93,824 plus an 8% allowance and superannuation. Applicants usually have a first class honours degree, preferably with research experience. Intakes start in January and July. As at 29 October 2026, Justice Gleeson accepts applications from 1 to 31 October 2026 for 2028 positions. Justice Jagot accepts applications from 31 August to 27 November 2026 for January and July 2028 starts and positions in 2029 and 2030. Each chamber has its own recruitment window.
- Eligibility
- Usually a first class honours degree, preferably with research experience. Some chambers favour prior associate, postgraduate or practice experience.
- Runs
- Gleeson J: 2028 starts. Jagot J: January/July 2028, plus 2029 and 2030 positions.
- Pay
- Paid. $93,824 plus 8% allowance, with 15.4% super
- Recorded cycle
- 2026/27
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- May–June 2027 (estimated)
- Applications close:
- July 2027 (estimated)
The Holding Redlich Graduate Program starts in mid February. Graduates complete two six month rotations and receive support with practical…
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The Holding Redlich Graduate Program starts in mid February. Graduates complete two six month rotations and receive support with practical legal training. The program is open to former Undergraduate Program participants and to new candidates. Applications open in May or June, with offers in August. Direct recruitment usually takes place in September. The program is listed for Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and the ACT.
- Eligibility
- Former undergraduate program participants and new candidates.
- Runs
- Expected 2028 graduate cohort, recruited during 2027
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- May–June 2027 (estimated)
- Applications close:
- August 2027 (estimated)
The Holding Redlich Undergraduate Program is a part time route for law students that the firm runs in place of…
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The Holding Redlich Undergraduate Program is a part time route for law students that the firm runs in place of a short clerkship. It is open to students starting their penultimate year, and later year students are also considered. Participants work two days a week for up to two years. They rotate through the Knowledge Centre and paralegal roles. Priority graduate offers are made in April of the second year. Applications open in May or June, and positions are advertised in July and August. Participants start in February. The program is listed for Victoria, New South Wales, Queensland and the ACT.
- Eligibility
- Law students starting in the penultimate year. Later-year students also considered.
- Runs
- Expected February 2028 undergraduate start
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
The HopgoodGanim Lawyers Graduate Program in Brisbane is filled from current staff and former vacation clerks. Eligibility is limited to…
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The HopgoodGanim Lawyers Graduate Program in Brisbane is filled from current staff and former vacation clerks. Eligibility is limited to those two groups. Offers go out in early August, and internal offers were made on 4 August 2026. The firm has not listed open market application dates. It has not published program dates, the length of the program or its structure.
- Eligibility
- Current staff and vacation clerks
- Runs
- 2027 intake and later graduate cohorts. Review August 2027; this is a review period, not an application opening.
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
The HopgoodGanim Lawyers Graduate Program in Perth is filled from current staff and former vacation clerks. Eligibility is limited to…
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The HopgoodGanim Lawyers Graduate Program in Perth is filled from current staff and former vacation clerks. Eligibility is limited to those two groups. Offers go out in mid July, and internal offers were made on 17 July 2026. The firm has not listed open market application dates. It has not published program dates, the length of the program or its structure.
- Eligibility
- Current staff and vacation clerks
- Runs
- 2027 intake and later graduate cohorts. Review July 2027; this is a review period, not an application opening.
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
The HWL Ebsworth Graduate Program runs for 12 months in Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, the ACT and Tasmania.…
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The HWL Ebsworth Graduate Program runs for 12 months in Victoria, Queensland, Western Australia, South Australia, the ACT and Tasmania. Melbourne runs three four month rotations and Perth runs two six month rotations. Hobart rotates graduates as needed. The program is open to final year students finishing in 2026 and graduates within two years of finishing. Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or permanent residents. Canberra requires Australian citizenship. Places are filled mainly through the clerkship program.
- Eligibility
- Final year law students finishing in 2026, or graduates within two years of finishing. Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident. Canberra requires Australian citizenship.
- Runs
- 2027 intake and later graduate cohorts. Review July–August 2027; this is a review period, not an application opening.
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- July 2027 (estimated)
- Applications close:
- August 2027 (estimated)
HWL Ebsworth runs a summer clerkship program in its Hobart office. It is open to students in the penultimate year…
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HWL Ebsworth runs a summer clerkship program in its Hobart office. It is open to students in the penultimate year of an Australian law degree, finishing in 2027. Applicants must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or permanent residents. The firm did not take market applications for the 2026 summer program. It has not published program dates or application dates. Details of a 2027 program have not been released.
- Eligibility
- Penultimate year of an Australian law degree, finishing in 2027. Australian or New Zealand citizen or permanent resident.
- Runs
- Potential Hobart summer clerkship in late 2027; existence of a market round unconfirmed
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
Jackson McDonald recruits law graduates in Western Australia for its 2027 graduate program. Applicants must have completed a Bachelor of…
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Jackson McDonald recruits law graduates in Western Australia for its 2027 graduate program. Applicants must have completed a Bachelor of Laws or Juris Doctor, or be on track to finish by the end of the year. The firm has not published the program length, structure, start date or application dates. The listing appears on the firm's applicant tracking system rather than its careers page. No clerkship program has been identified for the firm.
- Eligibility
- Completed an LLB or JD, or on track to finish by the end of the year
- Runs
- 2027 Jackson McDonald graduate intake
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
Johnson Winter Slattery Graduate Program
Graduate program · NSW, VIC, QLD, SA, WA, ACT
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
The Johnson Winter Slattery Graduate Program runs across the firm's offices in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western…
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The Johnson Winter Slattery Graduate Program runs across the firm's offices in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland, South Australia, Western Australia and the ACT. It lasts 15 months, in three rotations of five months each. The firm funds practical legal training for its graduates. Recruitment is mainly through priority offers to former seasonal clerks. The firm has not published eligibility criteria. The 2026 places in Sydney and Canberra have been filled.
- Eligibility
- Not published.
- Runs
- 2027 intake and later graduate cohorts. Review July–August 2027; this is a review period, not an application opening.
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source
- Applications open:
- Application dates not yet announced
- Applications close:
- Application dates not yet announced
Jones Day is recruiting law graduates for the 2027 intake of its graduate program in Perth. Applicants need strong academic…
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Jones Day is recruiting law graduates for the 2027 intake of its graduate program in Perth. Applicants need strong academic results. The employer advertises the 2027 intake, but current application availability is not confirmed. The firm has not published a closing date. It also does not publish the program's length, its rotations, a start date or pay. Applicants apply directly to the Perth office for the 2027 intake.
- Eligibility
- Law graduates with strong academic results.
- Runs
- 2027 Perth graduate intake
Checked 29 October 2026 · Source