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Allens Arthur Robinson 20

ANU Legal Workshop 4

Ashurst 46

Aurora Project 36

Bond University 32

Central Queensland University 6

Clayton Utz 29

Cooper Grace Ward 1

Corrs Chambers Westgarth 35

Crown Law 9

Deloitte 5

DibbsBarker 2

DLA Piper 45

Freehills 42

Grif fith University 7

Hopgood Ganim 33

King & Wood Mallesons 38

LAWASIA 36

MacGillivrays 26

Middletons 13

Maurice Blackburn 39

McCullough Robertson 23

Minter Ellison 34

Norton Rose 28

Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions 11

Piper Alderman 27

Queensland Law Society 44 & 47

Queensland University of Technology 10

Sparke Helmore 22

The College of Law Queensland 40 & 43

Thomsons Lawyers 8

Tress Cox Lawyers 12

University of Queensland 3

University of Southern Queensland 37

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Getting Started/ The Application and Interview

Your Legal Career Opportunities

A Day in the Life of…

12.30pm 1pm

Networking 101

Terri Cooper Networking

Life of a global practitioner

DLA Piper

A day in the life of a family lawyer

Cooper Grace Ward

1.15pm 1.45pm

Tips for legal practice – things you won’t learn on Facebook

Ashurst

Options in law

Dibbs Barker McCullough Robertson

A day in the life of a corporate lawyer

ClaytonUtz

2.00pm 2.30pm

Applying for jobs?

Resume writing and interview skills

Freehills

Be a pro bono volunteer

Minter Ellison

A day in the life of a litigator

Dibbs Barker

2.45pm 3.15pm

PLT core competencies

College of Law Queensland University of Technology Bond University Queensland Law Society

What do employers expect from graduates?

Corrs Chambers Westgarth

A day in the life of an intellectual property lawyer

King & Wood Mallesons

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Contents

Allens Arthur Robinson ........................................ 6

ANU Legal Workshop ........................................... 7

Ashurst ................................................................. 8

Aurora Project ...................................................... 9

Bond University .................................................. 10

Central Queensland University .......................... 11

Clayton Utz ........................................................ 12

Cooper Grace Ward ........................................... 13

Corrs Chambers Westgarth ............................... 14

Crown Law ......................................................... 15

Deloitte ............................................................... 16

DibbsBarker ....................................................... 17

DLA Piper ........................................................... 18

Freehills .............................................................. 19

Grif fith University ................................................ 20

Hopgood Ganim ................................................ 21

King Wood Mallesons ........................................ 22

LAWASIA ............................................................. 23

MacGillivrays ...................................................... 24

Maurice Blackburn ............................................. 25

McCullough Robertson ...................................... 26

Middletons .......................................................... 27

Minter Ellison ...................................................... 28

Norton Rose ....................................................... 29

Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions ..... 30

Piper Alderman ................................................... 31

Queensland University of Technology ............... 32

Sparke Helmore ................................................. 33

The College of Law Queensland ....................... 34

Thomsons Lawyers ............................................ 35

Tress Cox Lawyers ............................................. 36

University of Queensland .................................. 37

University of Southern Queensland ................... 38

Graduate Employment & Vacation Clerkship Guidelines .......................................... 40

Key dates ...................................................... 40

Graduation – what happens next? ..................... 41 Supervised traineeship ................................. 41 Practical Legal Training ................................. 41 Admission ..................................................... 41 Practising certificates .................................... 41

Legal Career – what are your options? .............. 42 Careers in law ............................................... 42 Career advancement .................................... 44

Student membership ..................................... 46-47

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Imagination Interests Intelligence

At Allens, you will find yourself working alongside colleagues from diverse backgrounds. Although our teams are made up of people with countless individual dif ferences and life experiences, common to each of them is the ability to distil simplicity from complexity and to provide clear solutions to our clients. We want people who want to excel and to fulfil their potential. The three key things we look for are:

• Imagination: we are a firm of multi-dimensional individuals and teams. We celebrate diverse perspectives and aim to attract individuals who will add to the unique fabric of our firm.

• Interests: imaginative people often have varied interests outside of the law and exciting opportunities available to them. Our policies support employees who seek high-quality work, along with time for outside interests.

• Intelligence: we value excellence in all that we do. We want people who strive to do their best. We look to recruit people who are not only technically excellent, but also capable of building strong relationships with colleagues and clients to deliver a commercial and solution-driven approach. We look for people who are innovative and creative, and will thrive in our environment.

Allens Arthur Robinson is a major legal force in Asia, with lawyers and business services employees working in Beijing, Brisbane, Hanoi, Ho Chi Minh City, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Melbourne, Perth, Port Moresby, Shanghai, Singapore, Sydney and Ulaanbaatar. Seventy-seven of Australia’s and 55 of the world’s top 100 companies choose Allens Arthur Robinson as their legal adviser.

CONTACT DETAILS

Christa Howat People & Development Consultant P 07 3334 3051 [email protected]

www.aar.com.au

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Method of application: via website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Method of application: via website

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CONTACT DETAILS

Annette Armstrong Marketing Administrator P 02 6125 4454 [email protected]

www.law.anu.edu.au/legalworkshop

The ANU Legal Workshop in the Australian National University is Australia’s largest university-based legal practice program. We provide Practical Legal Training in the Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP).

Becoming a Practitioner (BAP) is the first part of the program and is a 5 day pre-requisite face-to-face intensive offered in cities Australia wide.

We also of fer:

• flexibleonlinedelivery• concurrentenrolmentwithyourLLB&JDstudies• yourchoiceof20,40,60or80daysLegalPracticeExperience• directorreciprocaladmissiontolegalpracticenationally• substantialcredittowardsanANULLM.

We have an efficient and friendly administrative team who are available to answer any questions students may have about the program. Many of our academic staff are practising lawyers.

Australian Migration Law & Practice

Legal Workshop is also Australia’s largest provider of the Graduate Certificate in Australian Migration Law & Practice. This unique online program, comprising four courses each of 10 weeks duration, is the required qualification leading to registration as an Australian migration agent.

www.anulaw.anu.edu.au/migration or email [email protected]

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On 1 March Blake Dawson and Ashurst combined our practices in Asia and Blake Dawson changed its name to Ashurst Australia and adopted the Ashurst brand. This marked the coming together of two equals. Together we form a powerful global presence as one team, with one brand, and a shared vision. This paves the way for a planned full global merger of the two firms in 2014.

The collaboration brings an expanded presence in 16 of the world’s leading financial centres. It provides our junior lawyers with the training to develop a deep understanding of local market knowledge, with the benefit of a global network and international insight. Working in a truly global law firm will give you an opportunity to encounter a wider range of experiences and challenges. To work for global clients and relate cross-culturally with colleagues in other countries. With more than 3,000 people working in 24 offices across Australia, Asia, the Middle East, Europe, UK, the US and an associated office in Indonesia, you can match your career ambitions with the many opportunities at Ashurst.

We are approachable, good listeners and easy to deal with. Ashurst attracts people who contribute to our culture of high performance, honesty, friendliness and teamwork. We realise that success does not come overnight but over time with the support of on-the-job learning, mentoring and continued development programs. Personal coaching, approachable partners, open discussion and the support from each of our practice teams will help you develop from law student to trusted lawyer.

CONTACT DETAILS

Marnie Devitt Senior People Development Consultant P 07 3259 7456 [email protected]

Skye Field People Development Coordinator P 07 3259 7408 [email protected]

www.ashurst.com

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: 15 Closing date: 5 March 2012 (offers to current staff/seasonal clerks) 20 August 2012 (open market) Method of application: apply through our website or www.cvmail.com.au

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: 35 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: apply through our website or www.cvmail.com.au

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The Aurora Native Title Internship Program places legal, anthropology and some social science students and graduates in unpaid internships at Native Title Representative Bodies (NTRBs) and other organisations working in native title, policy development and social justice with a focus on Indigenous affairs. The program not only provides much needed assistance to host organisations but also promotes career opportunities by raising awareness of the NTRB system and attracts students and graduates to work in the sector. The quality of the students is demonstrated by the eagerness of NTRBs and other hosts to retain alumni of the program on a longer-term basis.

Applications are open to law students who have completed the property component of their legal studies; law graduates; as well as to related social science students and graduates (namely anthropology, archaeology, cultural heritage, environmental management, history, human geography and sociology), who demonstrate a keen interest in native title, policy and Indigenous affairs. Longer term paid locum contract placements are also offered from two months and may continue up to one year.

Applicants for the internship program are required to apply online via the Aurora website. There are two intakes for interns annually for 5-6 week placements during the winter and summer university breaks. Applications for the upcoming winter 2012 round of internships will be open via the Aurora website from 5-30 March 2012.

CONTACT DETAILS

Kim Barlin Placements & Scholarships Manager P 02 9469 8113 [email protected]

Mahi Turner Placements & Scholarships Projects Officer P 02 9469 8112 [email protected]

www.auroraproject.com.au

UNPAID INTERNSHIP POSITIONS

Positions available: 100 Closing date: 30 March 2012 Method of application: apply online at www.auroraproject.com.au/nativetitleinternshipprogram

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CONTACT DETAILS

Romina Montesalvo Professional Legal Training Support Officer P 07 5595 2284 [email protected]

Nadia Singh Graduate Development Specialist P 07 5595 1712 [email protected]

www.bond.edu.au

Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice

(Available on-campus and online)

Duration for On-Campus Program

15 weeks on-campus plus 15-week placement

Duration for Online Program

Practical training – 1 semester (15 weeks, full-time); or 2 semesters (30 weeks, part time) Plus practical experience – 15 weeks (75 days)

Description

The Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice or Professional Legal Training (PLT) program is an alternative to undertaking a traineeship or clerkship. The program develops ‘lawyering’ skills, such as legal research, analysis and problem solving, legal writing and drafting, interviewing and oral communication, advising, advocacy, dispute resolution, professional ethics and conduct, and accounting. You are taught in a practical context in a simulated office environment.

Professional Recognition

The course is modelled on the New South Wales Law Society’s professional program and is fully accredited by the admission authorities in New South Wales and Queensland. Mutual recognition legislation facilitates the process of practitioners admitted in one state seeking admission in other Australian jurisdictions.

Professional Outcomes

The Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice program entitles you to be admitted as a solicitor in Queensland or NSW.

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At CQUniversity Australia we are committed to helping you be what you want to be. With over 100 different degrees offered at 10 campus locations in Central Queensland and metropolitan cities, our degrees open the door to career opportunities in Australia and overseas. We will prepare you with the skills and knowledge so that you graduate work-ready and able to achieve your career goals.

Why choose CQUniversity?

CQUniversity has an excellent and long established reputation for providing innovative and relevant degrees in a range of subject areas that meet the ever changing needs of industry. We are committed to providing you with a learning environment that enhances and supports you.

World-Class Education

Our award winning team of educators is widely experienced with varied backgrounds stretching from local to global communities. We work hard to provide student support and are continually enhancing the quality of our teaching.

Industry Relevant

Our degrees are developed in partnership with industry in order to design up-to-date and real world relevant courses. You gain real-world experience enhancing your learning outcomes and strengthening your credentials.

Flexibility

CQUniversity is committed to making study fit with your personal and professional commitments offering the flexibility of studying part-time, full-time, on-campus or by distance education.

Established Pathways

Our degrees are designed to suit any level of experience and knowledge, including those undertaking tertiary study for the first time and those choosing to continue their studies. CQUniversity recognises prior learning and experience gained from working in industry. This may reduce the time taken to complete your degree and may assist you in meeting entry requirements.

Fast Track Options

In less than 12 months you can be degree qualified, ideal for those of you looking to develop new skills and knowledge. Enter at either a diploma or graduate certificate level or fast track by studying during term 3*.

*Subject to course availabilit y.

Accessibility and Support

We are committed to providing specialist academic support and a range of career orientated services to ensure you successfully complete your studies.

CONTACT DETAILS

Student Contact Centre 13 CQUni (13 27 86) [email protected]

Stacey Hixon Marketing Officer – Student Recruitment P 07 4923 2447 [email protected]

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Clayton Utz is a top tier law firm with a dif ference. We take a fresh, pragmatic, commercial approach to legal practice that focuses on getting the best results for our diverse and blue-chip client base.

Our ability to bring together teams of lawyers with unique and diverse skills has seen us advise on some of the country’s largest and most complex deals and litigation. We have also been called upon to bring our expertise to cutting edge international projects.

Our strong relationships at all levels of government mean we are at the forefront of critical policy development and regulation. We have a substantial commitment to making the legal system accessible, through our pro bono practice, and are actively involved in our community through our Community Connect program.

The firm is organised into four core departments, consisting of various practice groups. The Brisbane practice areas are:

• Corporate: Tax, Energy & Resources, Technology & Intellectual Property, Mergers & Acquisitions, Government and Workplace Relations & Safety

• Banking&FinancialServices: Banking and Financial Services

• Litigation: Commercial Litigation, Corporate/Taxation Litigation, Litigation & Dispute Resolution and Insurance & Risk Litigation

• Property,Environment&Construction:Real Estate, Environment & Planning and Construction & Major Projects.

Clayton Utz strives to provide a work environment that is professionally and personally rewarding. We believe success comes from striking the right balance between work and leisure time and cultivating a wide range of interests.

We are looking for future employees who are going to be a good cultural fit and are keen on living the firm’s values on a day to day basis. Our core values define and mould our company culture. We aim to:

• meetthehighestethicalstandards• striveforexcellence• provideoutstandingclientservice• fostercommunicationandteamwork• achieveandmaintainbalance• provideproactiveanddynamicleadership.

Every employee at Clayton Utz is responsible for upholding these values, and for making the work environment exciting, challenging and diverse.

CONTACT DETAILS

Anna Walsh Human Resources Manager P 07 3292 7419 [email protected]

www.claytonutz.com

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: approx. 15 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: approx. 35 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au

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CONTACT DETAILS

Alexandra Morton Advisor – People and Culture P 07 3231 2406 [email protected]

Neil Baker Director – People and Culture P 07 3231 2904 [email protected]

www.cgw.com.au

Cooper Grace Ward is a Queensland-based law firm with local, national and international clients, and is one of Australia’s fastest growing commercial law firms. The firm has 24 partners and comprises around 230 people, of which 105 are lawyers.

In 2009 and 2010, Cooper Grace Ward was recognised as Best Australian Law Firm (revenue less than $50 million) at the BRW Client Choice Awards. The firm has been Highly Commended by the Hewitt Best Employer survey and for the past three years has been identified by the Federal Government as an EOWA employer of choice for women. These represent only some of the nationally-recognised awards we have received which reflect the value we place on the relationships we have with our clients and all Cooper Grace Ward team members.

We are not prepared to rest on our past accomplishments and continue to build a truly high performance culture where our people are respected and valued, information is freely shared, involvement and ideas from everyone is encouraged, learning an imperative and our clients receive outstanding high quality service from technically strong and commercially astute lawyers.

Our support for law students and law graduates to complete their undergraduate study or their PLT is among the best and includes resources such as fully paid PLT course, use of WP resources, study support groups, additional leave, legal mentors and PLT co-ordinators.

Cooper Grace Ward is a vibrant, energetic, growing and diverse team, supporting and developing our people to meet the changing needs of our clients. We take personal responsibility and pride in our work and have fun while we do it. We are proud of what we achieve for our clients and of the lifestyle choices available to our team members. If this sounds like a team you’d like to be a part of and you value mutual respect, outstanding service, team spirit and honesty like we do, then we would love to speak with you.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: 7 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: via website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: 7 (CGW offers part-time employment to law students rather than vacation clerkships) Closing date: 24 November 2012 Method of application: via website

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CONTACT DETAILS

Tania Connors Human Resources Advisor P 07 3228 9465 [email protected]

www.corrs.com.au

Corrs Chambers Westgarth is a world class law firm committed to driving Australia’s competitiveness and its economic engagement with Asia. We advise major organisations on the matters most important to them, bridging the gap between business issues and legal practice.

Corrs is guided by important values, which help us focus on what is essential for success. They help us create an energetic and exciting environment in which our people are motivated and challenged to do their best.

With offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth as well as strong partnering relationships globally and throughout the Asia-Pacific region, our lawyers work across geographic boundaries and practice areas to help our clients achieve their strategic business goals. We have the resources necessary to serve our clients’ needs, no matter how large the transaction or complex the issue.

Our commitment to engaging our staff and providing them with the opportunity to build successful careers has made us a much sought-after employer and the recipient of nine employer of choice awards in the past four years.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: approx.12 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: via website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: approx. 25 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: via website

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Working in Crown Law provides lawyers access to challenging and engaging work directly relevant to the community and high-profile projects and initiatives across Queensland.

Our clients include:

• allQueenslandGovernmentdepartments and agencies

• statutorybodiesandGovernment-ownedcorporations

• commercialisedbusinessunits• disciplinaryboardsandtribunals• localgovernmentauthorities.

We are dedicated to providing a healthy work-life balance for our employees As a member of Crown Law you have access to:

• flexibleworkinghoursincludingpart-timeandcompressed hours

• telecommutingandjob-sharearrangements• widerangeofgenerousleaveprovisions• corporateprivatehealthinsurancediscounts• debriefingprogram.

We are highly committed to the personal and professional development of all staff. We’ve implemented a Continuing Professional Development (CPD) scheme, which requires officers to consistently meet minimum amounts of training each year.

Employees are able to join the Crown Law Social Club, which regulary holds social events in and out of house where staff can meet informally outside work hours.

Enjoy rewarding employment conditions. We offer:

• competitivesalaryandgeneroussuperannuation with income protection insurance

• probonoprogramandparticipationincommunity activities

• stuffyassistancescheme• salarypackagingoptions• commitmenttojobsecurity• socialclub.

For further details on what you’re entitled to as an employee at Crown Law, head to http://www.justice.qld.gov.au/corporate/work-for-us

Recruitment enquiries should be directed to Crown Law’s Organisational Development Team [email protected] or on 07 3239 6922

CONTACT DETAILS

Tanya Manderson Manager – Organisational Development Team P 07 3239 6922 [email protected]

Belinda Bayliss Executive Manager – Organisation Development Team P 07 3239 6116 [email protected]

www.justice.qld.gov.au/justice-services/ justice-agencies/crown-law

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: Four positions will become available October 2012 Method of application: online at www.jobs.qld.gov.au

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CONTACT DETAILS

Lauren Costanzo Regional Graduate Recruitment Coordinator P 03 9671 7102 [email protected]

www.graduates.deloitte.com.au

What we do

Deloitte is a leading advisory, audit, tax and consulting firm. Our 5,500+ team of professionals serve 85 of the top 100 of Australia’s largest publicly owned companies, family and private businesses, and all three tiers of government. Globally, Deloitte has over 180,000 people in 153 countries and generates annual revenue of more than $US28 billion.

• BRWbestcompaniestoworkfor2011• EOWA,EmployerofChoiceforWomen,2011,

tenth year in a row• EmployerwiththeBestOpportunitiesforGraduates2011,

AAGE• AspirationalEmployeroftheYear2011,AAGE

Our Deloitte Development Program

This two-day interactive program, offers you professional development, an insight into life at Deloitte and the opportunity to secure a summer vacation position. You are eligible if you are in your first year of a three year degree (or the equivalent of a longer degree).

Our Summer Vacation Program

Spend three weeks from November to February gaining exposure to client work, our award winning learning programs, and social events, with the prospect of securing a graduate position with the firm. If you’re in your penultimate year at university you are eligible to apply.

Our Graduate Program

Join Deloitte in early 2013 for a career that will stimulate, reward and motivate you like no other. Surrounded by a large peer group, you’ll be supported by a dedicated mentor and counselling team who will work with you to build your technical and business skills.

It’s your future. How far will you take it?

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: over 500 positions nationally Closing date: see website Method of application: online

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: over 500 positions nationally Closing date: see website Method of application: online

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CONTACT DETAILS

Libby Toohey People & Development Consultant – Resourcing P 02 8233 9525 [email protected]

Kate Cullen Senior People & Development Consultant P 07 3100 5012 [email protected]

www.dibbsbarker.com

DibbsBarker is a leading commercial law firm with a focus on specific industries and legal areas in which we enjoy outstanding relationships and reputation.

Our industry focus includes:

• Energy&Resources• FinancialServices• Insurance• Medical/Pharmaceutical• Property.

With offices in Sydney, Brisbane and Canberra, DibbsBarker has approximately 350 staff.

We offer the following services in addition to our industry focus:

• Commercial• Disputes&Litigation• Employee&IndustrialRelations• FinancialServices• Insurance• IntellectualProperty&Technology• Mergers&Acquisitions• Property&Projects.

Our Clerkship Program

As a summer clerk we are keen to give you the opportunity to participate in and work across all the firm’s practice groups and explore your particular areas of interest. It is a great opportunity to understand how our firm operates and to affirm your interest.

As a summer clerk in our Brisbane office you will undertake a program of several weeks duration where you will rotate through each of our practice groups and experience working life as a DibbsBarker lawyer.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: 3-6 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: 3-6 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au

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CONTACT DETAILS

Sacha Wright HR Manager P 07 3246 4144 [email protected]

Lynette McKenna HR Coordinator P 07 3246 4075 [email protected]

www.dlapiper.com

PARALEGALS / As well as a summer clerk program, DLA Piper also offers a 12 month paralegal program for undergraduate students in their penultimate or ultimate year. As a paralegal you will do real work with great clients and gain first-hand experience in the practice of law. Our paralegal program requires you to work a minimum of 2 days per week to fit in with your university timetable, commencing early 2013. Paralegals will be recruited in conjunction with summer clerk recruitment and people who participate in the summer clerk program will have the opportunity to continue as a paralegal and/or a graduate.

DLA Piper is the truly local, truly global law firm where everything matters.

Joining DLA Piper means not only joining an experienced local team, but also being part of a global network of 4,200 lawyers in 76 offices and 30 countries around the world.

In Australia, our lawyers advise approximately a third of ASX 100 companies or their subsidiaries and all levels of government as well as international clients looking to enter the Australian market.

Our ‘everything matters’ approach applies not only to how we support our clients, but also to the communities and environment in which we operate. In fact, our lawyers undertook more than 170,000 hours of pro bono legal work globally last year, making us one of the largest providers of pro bono legal services in the world.

Our Global Opportunities Program supports our people’s desire to experience working life in other parts of the world through the global DLA Piper network – giving them opportunities to work on multi-jurisdictional, international matters with quality clients and colleagues around the world.

Our key practice areas are:

• Litigation&Regulatory• Finance&Projects• RealEstate• Corporate• IntellectualProperty&Technology• WorkplaceRelations,EmploymentandSafety.

For further information about us, our people, who we’re looking for, our graduate and summer clerk programs, how to apply and a list of FAQ please refer to our microsite: dlapipergraduates.com.au

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: 6-8 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: via website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: 10 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: via website

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CONTACT DETAILS

Tanya Dunbabin People & Development Advisor P 07 3258 6571 [email protected]

Belinda Imani People & Development Consultant P 07 3258 6425 [email protected]

www.freehills.com

Freehills is one of the leading firms in the Asia-Pacific region, with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Brisbane and Singapore, and associated offices in Jakarta, Beijing, Shanghai, Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh City. Nationally Freehills employs approximately 1,900 staff, including around 200 partners and 900 legal staff.

We are proud to act for more than 75% of Australia’s top 100 companies, some of whom have been clients of the firm for much of our 150-year history.

We understand that as a Freehills graduate or vacation clerk, you will appreciate the opportunity to work with our inspiring business and pro bono clients. Our vacation clerks and graduates have told us that they also value the firm’s down-to-earth style, the unparalleled training and development, the chance to work with some of the best legal minds in the country and the ability to explore the many different directions their career can take them. Time and again though, they tell us it’s about the people: real, warm, smart and interesting people who will welcome and support you. With us you can be yourself.

As a solicitor at Freehills you can specialise in areas such as energy and resources, litigation, infrastructure, employee relations, corporate and mergers and acquisitions, property and environment, regulatory and government affairs and banking and finance.

We’ll also help you to develop the important leadership, business development, negotiation and presentation skills to equip you for whichever career path you later choose to pursue.

If you’re looking for the right place to start your legal career, talk to Freehills.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: the majority of our graduate positions are filled through the Vacation Clerkship Program and the priority offer system. We have completed our recruitment for the 2012 graduate intake and at this stage are not accepting additional applications for our 2013 Program. Please refer to our careers page in June/July 2012 for an update.

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: the number of positions will likely exceed 20 places as we have introduced a Winter Clerkship Program this year in addition to our two Summer Clerkship Programs. Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au

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The Legal Practice Centre at Grif fith University is conveniently located at South Bank.

The Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice, Skills and Ethics satisfies the practical training requirement for admission as a legal practitioner in Queensland. We offer the course in full-time on-campus or online modes.

The full-time (on-campus) program focuses on small group teaching in a simulated practice experience. Instructors act as mentors to students in order to build confidence and develop skills. Close supervision by experienced practitioners allows students to gain an understanding of what it takes to succeed in legal practice.

The part-time online (in-practice) program is for graduates already working in a legal environment. This program offers students the flexibility to juggle study, work and other commitments.

The full-time online program is for graduates not already working in a legal environment but who wish to complete the coursework portion of their PLT program before or after undertaking a sixteen week clinical legal placement.

Online materials provide students with direction in relation to common transactions and guidance with respect to ethical and practical concerns arising in legal practice. Online students attend four weekend intensives during this program.

The Graduate Certificate in Legal Practice, Skills and Ethics (in practice) is available to students completing approved traineeships who need to complete their 90 hours of approved training.

Our staff are committed to training young legal practitioners with individualised attention that ensures all students are prepared for the challenges of legal practice.

Grif fith PLT programs do not require students to sit exams as successful completion is assignment based.

The full-time on campus program has intakes commencing in January and June each year. We have capacity to take 60 students in the South Bank program. The online program has intakes commencing in February and July each year. We have unlimited capacity for each intake in this program.

On campus 15 June for Semester 2 programs 15 December for Semester 1 programs

Online 30 June for Semester 2 programs 15 January for Semester 1 programs

Please check the LPC website for news on additional intakes.

Late applications will be considered and places offered subject to availability.

Apply online or download and complete an application form from – http://www.grif fith.edu.au/admissions/postgraduate/apply

CONTACT DETAILS

Terri Mottershead Director P 07 3735 3235 [email protected]

Joanne Stagg-Taylor Deputy Director P 07 3735 3231 j.stagg-taylor@grif fith.edu.au

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CONTACT DETAILS

Alison Schultz Human Resources Manager P 07 3024 0348 [email protected]

Allison Dunn Human Resources Coordinator P 07 3024 0177 [email protected]

www.hopgoodganim.com.au

One of the largest law firms in Queensland, HopgoodGanim provides commercially-effective advice and the highest quality of service to clients locally, throughout Australia and across international borders. We offer a full range of corporate and commercial legal services, and advise a variety of prestigious corporate and multinational companies, as well as government and regulatory organisations.

Pursuing a career at HopgoodGanim will give you the opportunity to experience challenging work in a premium firm, but not at the expense of other priorities in your life. Our employee-focused practices and initiatives have been recognised on a national scale – we were named a Gold Employer of Choice in ALB magazine’s Australia-wide survey of law firms in both April 2010 and April 2011. We have also been named Employer of Choice twice by the Queensland Law Society.

Our vacation clerks and graduates work on real issues and with real clients. There’s a great sense of teamwork and camaraderie at HopgoodGanim, and our open door policy means you will work closely with partners and practitioners who are leaders in their fields.

Founded in 1974, the firm today stands at over 200 people. With an internal culture centred on business mateship, our professionals are characterised by their passion and dedication to providing innovative and responsive legal advice.

We believe in organic growth and the development of our talent from within to create a strong, experienced team. When we recruit our graduate, clerkship and research assistant positions, we’re recruiting our partners of tomorrow.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: up to 10 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: via website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: HopgoodGanim runs three vacation clerkship programs per year – one during the winter university break and two during the summer university break. We usually offer five or six positions per program. Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: via website

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CONTACT DETAILS

Olanda Gislason People & Development Consultant P 07 3244 8565 [email protected]

Catherine Ellemor People & Development Centre Manager P 07 3244 8709 [email protected]

www.kwm.com

With a vision to create a global law firm in Asia and a history of bold innovation, it’s only the beginning for King & Wood Mallesons. Right now, you can become part of this ‘game changer’ for the legal industry – as we deliver a new legal choice and help our clients realise their new world opportunities.

For those who don’t know us well, here’s a snapshot of what we offer you today and tomorrow…

Vision: to create a global law firm in Asia

Team mates: over 380 partners and 1,800 lawyers (biggest international law firm in the Asia region)

Reputation: over 100 international and Asia-focused awards and 50 top-tier rankings

Locations: strategically positioned in the world’s growth markets, financial capitals and the home of information technology (17 offices globally and the only international legal network to be headquartered in Hong Kong)

Clients: global financial and corporate powerhouses to the new industry-makers and to all levels of government (some for over 200 years).

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: Due to the success of our recent seasonal clerk program, the Brisbane office has recruited the required number of graduates for 2013.

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: 15-20 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: via website

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CONTACT DETAILS

Mary Rossiter Conference Coordinator P 07 3222 5888 [email protected]

Hope Henderson Conferences and Events Coordinator P 07 3222 5888

www.lawasia.asn.au

LAWASIA is an international organisation of lawyers’ associations, individual lawyers, judges, legal academics, and others, which focuses on the interests and concerns of the legal profession in the Asia Pacific region.

LAWASIA facilitates its members’ participation in the most dynamic economic region in the world. Since its inception in 1966, LAWASIA has built an enviable reputation among lawyers, business people and governments, both within and outside the region, as a committed, productive and genuinely representative organisation.

LAWASIA provides its members with the opportunity to network and exchange information with colleagues via an online membership directory, conferences, publications and specialised section membership.

Graduates and students are invited to join LAWASIA at a discounted student rate. By joining LAWASIA those new to the profession will be able to engage with colleagues of the Asia Pacific region to develop a broader understanding of current and important legal issues in the region.

LAWASIA holds an annual international moot competition in conjunction with its flagship conference. The competition has grown considerably since its inaugural launch at the Gold Coast in 2005 and is fast earning a first class reputation. The event gives participants the chance to compete against teams from other countries in the LAWASIA region. Judges of the competition often include leading members of the regions’ legal community, making it an excellent opportunity for law students to impress!

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CONTACT DETAILS

Samantha Page Marketing Assistant P 07 3228 5318 [email protected]

Kellie Towerton Business Services Manager P 07 3228 5290 [email protected]

www.macgillivrays.com.au

MacGillivrays are looking for graduates with a demonstrated commitment to a career in law, together with a strong academic record and proven participation in university and work life.

MacGillivrays has a strong commitment to human development and our graduate programme. We are focused on developing our learning culture to ensure that all staff have both the soft skills and the technical skills to enable them to be better in all they do. Our reputation as a smart firm is based on our innovative approach to training. For graduates this means hands-on experience with client matters, a partner acting as your mentor well beyond your admission and a competency based evaluation programme that focuses on developing your career path, helping you to operate better as part of our team and realise your individual strengths.

We have developed our Continuing Legal Education programme to include a range of experts joining us to share their knowledge, views, experiences and learning.

MacGillivrays has developed a culture of being a friendly and down to earth law firm. Our partners understand and encourage all of our staff to find a work-life balance that includes professional development, health and fitness, meeting family commitments and socialising with work mates in a stable working environment.

With 105 people in five offices we have expertise in a broad range of legal knowledge including banking and finance, dispute resolution, litigation, corporate and business, property, structure and estate planning, commercial leasing and strata titles, conveyancing, employment law and personal injuries.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: 2 Closing date: 27 August 2012 Method of application: CV with cover letter by email or post

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At Maurice Blackburn, we are interested in making a genuine dif ference to real people who need help. We do this by providing long-term solutions that help our clients in the long run – not just in the short term. We fight hard for an extra bit more, because our lawyers recognise that a fair outcome is worth fighting for. At Maurice Blackburn, we fight for fair.

What areas of law do we specialise in?

• Workplaceinjury(includingWorkCover)• Medicalnegligence• Classactions• Roadaccidentinjuries• Asbestosdiseases• Employmentandindustriallaw• Publicliability• Willdisputes• Financialadvice• MauriceBlackburncommercial• Superannuationandinsuranceclaims• Socialjusticepractice.

Maurice Blackburn offers more than just a job and we believe in a culture of helping employees maintain positive work/life balance. We offer extensive staff benefits including:

• health and wellbeing initiatives such as gym memberships or financial reimbursement towards health & wellbeing initiative, flu vaccinations, Employee Assistance Programs (EAP) and weekly fruit deliveries

• social activities including weekly Friday-night drinks

• opportunity to participate in our Women’s Law Section.

Initiatives include:

• mentoring programs for female secondary students and supporting women’s rights and refugee organisations

• involvement in community programs and our social justice practice

• study assistance and flexible working arrangements

• genuine learning and development and career progression programs.

Maurice Blackburn’s seasonal clerkships and traineeships are highly sought after in the plaintif f legal industry. When filling out your application keep in mind some of the attributes of previous successful applicants. These include:

• anunderstandingofthefirm’shistory• demonstrationofagenuinecommitmentto

our values (justice, respect, excellence, honesty and empathy)

• somepersonalinsightintowhatmotivatesyou• anabilitytoportraywhyyouareinterestedin

plaintif f law.

CONTACT DETAILS

Alicia McKenzie – Human Resources Manager P 07 3016 0347 [email protected]

Lauren Cations – Human Resources Coordinator P 03 9605 2649 [email protected]

www.mauriceblackburn.com.au

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: approx. 5 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au or our website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: approx. 10 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au or our website

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CONTACT DETAILS

Nicola Snell People and Performance Consultant P 07 3233 8681 [email protected]

www.mccullough.com.au

A leading commercial law firm with a substantial history, McCullough Robertson continues to grow. Already Queensland’s largest law firm, our offices in Sydney and Newcastle reflect our commitment to growth industries such as mining, energy and telecommunications and further strengthen our national footprint. With over 420 employees, we work for clients across Australia and overseas.

We build long term relationships with clients in industries such as mining, energy and resources, food and agribusiness, real estate, technology, telecommunications, health and life sciences and government. We provide graduates with the knowledge and experience needed to become an outstanding legal practitioner. At McCullough Robertson, graduates are involved in the biggest and most exciting commercial matters. Applying the law across a wide range of industry sectors ensures a brilliant start to every career.

We embrace the diversity of interests, backgrounds and personalities of our people and provide a flexible workplace that encourages personal growth and recognises the unique challenges of modern families. Our citations and awards over the years, including ALB Gold Employer of Choice 2011, ALB Brisbane Law Firm of the Year 2011 and Employer of Choice for Women in 2010 and 2011 further recognise our commitment to our people.

Employee benefits include a generous parental leave policy, excellent remuneration, corporate rates for health insurance, discounted products, in-house cafe, gym and subsidised fitness membership and entry into sporting events, active social club, loyalty program and much more.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: approx. 10-15 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: via website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: approx. 15 (in each intake – winter and summer) Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: via website

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CONTACT DETAILS

David Forner Human Resources Coordinator P 02 9513 2571 [email protected]

www.middletons.com

Choosing a career at Middletons is choosing to be a part of a progressive and innovative law firm that continues to grow year on year. We work with Australia’s market leaders across many industries in a range of exciting areas of commercial law. At Middletons, we pride ourselves on providing timely advice to clients that is easy to understand; we refer to it as straight talking!

With offices in Brisbane*, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney, Middletons employs over 550 staff including 73 partners and over 220 lawyers. Our key practice groups include banking and financial services, commercial litigation, corporate and commercial, property development and construction, and workplace relations and safety.

Graduate Program

Our graduate program is designed to give you the technical expertise and commercial context to succeed. The program runs for 12 months and you will be exposed to a variety of areas of commercial law during your rotations.

As a graduate you are supported with a buddy, supervisor and mentor. Partners and senior lawyers will support and guide you through each rotation and ensure you get the necessary development. Your buddy, a junior lawyer, will help you transition into your new role.

Our graduate learning and development program runs weekly. Our program covers legal technical skills, business knowledge, client skills and personal effectiveness. As a graduate you will have many opportunities to be involved in an array of firm events and activities to match your interest, whether they be social, sporting, business or community focused.

*On 1 March 2012 Middletons merged with Flower and Hart. The new Middletons Brisbane office combines local understanding and a strong, established commitment to the business and wider communities of Queensland with the ability to draw on the resources available through a truly national footprint.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: Up to 5 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: via website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: To be advised. Check our website and follow us on twitter for updates.

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Minter Ellison is an international law firm based in Australia. Established in Sydney in 1827, today we are one of the largest law firms operating in the Asia Pacific. More than 290 partners and 900 legal staff work in 15 offices across Australia, New Zealand, Asia and the United Kingdom.

Our success has been driven by the vision of our partners, in-depth industry expertise and our commitment to working closely with our clients – wherever they need us.

Our goal is to be recognised for our excellence, innovation and industry knowledge. We aspire to deliver superior outcomes for our clients and inspire our people to reach their full potential.

Minter Ellison’s large and diverse client base includes leading multinationals and Fortune 500 companies, global financial institutions, and numerous government departments and agencies in Australia and overseas.

One of our strengths is our comprehensive industry expertise which, together with our ‘can do’ attitude and collaborative approach, enables us to provide commercially sound, trusted advice on all aspects of our clients’ business.

The combined strength of our international office network, comprehensive range of services, and highly skilled lawyers, enables us to assemble the right people to deliver seamless service to our clients around the world.

We operate within seven major legal divisions, which are:

• Construction,engineeringandinfrastructure• Corporate• Commercialadvisoryanddisputeresolution• Finance• Humanresourcesandindustrialrelations• Realestate• Tax.

Minter Ellison has a strong and energetic culture that is built on our commitment to four core values: integrity and trust, enduring relationships, excellence and balance. We look for individuals who have varied interests, experiences and motivations and who demonstrate a history of success both academically and in other fields.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: Availability will be determined later in the year. Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: via website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: approx. 40 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: via website

CONTACT DETAILS

Tarley Slawson Human Resources Consultant 07 3119 6142 [email protected]

www.minterellison.com

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CONTACT DETAILS

Stacey Leake Human Resources Advisor P 07 3414 2258 [email protected]

Lisa Millar Human Resources Advisor P 03 8686 6003 [email protected]

www.nortonrose.com

Norton Rose Australia is a member of Norton Rose Group, a leading international legal practice offering a full business law service to many of the world’s pre-eminent financial institutions and corporations from offices in Europe, Asia, Australia, Canada, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America and Central Asia.

We are the largest international legal practice in Australia, with offices in Brisbane, Canberra, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. Our international reach, and in particular our significant presence in the Asia Pacific, sets us apart from our competitors.

Graduate Programme The Norton Rose Australia graduate programme runs for a 24-month period and consists of four six-month rotations, which allow you to experience a wide variety of legal work and develop a comprehensive skill set.

Graduates in the second year of the programme will get the opportunity to apply for a four-month rotation in one of our international offices.

Seasonal Clerkships The seasonal clerkship programme runs for 10 weeks in Brisbane, Melbourne, Perth, and Sydney over the summer and will commence on Monday 26 November 2012.

As a Norton Rose Australia seasonal clerk, you will have the chance to spend five weeks in one practice group and then rotate into a dif ferent practice area, to broaden your knowledge as much as possible. Our clerkship programme is your opportunity to start building a career with a global legal practice, doing meaningful work of value.

If you’re looking for a people-focused performance-driven legal practice, that will give you genuine opportunities, then apply for a position at Norton Rose Australia.

For further information regarding Norton Rose Australia, please visit our website at www.nortonrosegraduates.com

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: 12 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: via website

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: 15 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: via website

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CONTACT DETAILS

Helen Kentrotis Business Manager P 07 3237 0964 [email protected]

www.justice.qld.gov.au/odpp

What we are looking for

At the ODPP we are looking for people who:

• canthinkontheirfeet• areteamplayerswhocanworkunder

pressure with minimal supervision• understandthecriminaljusticesystem• canmanagetimeeffectively• areskilledcommunicatorswithexcellent

negotiation, advocacy and interpersonal skills• possessstrongadministrative,organisational,

word processing and database skills.

About Us

The ODPP was established in 1985 under the Director of Public Prosecutions Act 1984. The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions (ODPP) has the primary function of prosecuting on behalf of the State of Queensland people charged with criminal offences in the High Court, Supreme Court, District Court, Magistrates Court (limited) and Mental Health Court and Mental Health Review Tribunal.

The ODPP also provides information to victims of crime and their families to assist them to interact with the criminal justice system. In addition, the ODPP conducts the legal work for the Crime and

Misconduct Commission as the solicitor on the record. The Crime and Misconduct Commission applies for the restraining order and subsequent forfeiture of assets or proceeds of crime under the Criminal Proceeds Confiscations Act 2002.

As An Organisation

We value results, professional growth, workforce diversity and a balance between work and life commitments.

ODPP members are actively encouraged and supported as individuals and have access to excellent working conditions, a range of work experiences and learning and development opportunities.

Our Vision

To be a cutting edge prosecution service by:

• effectivelyperformingourprosecutionfunctions• deliveringprofessionalprosecutionservices• utilisingcontemporaryapproachestoemerging

criminal justice and organisational issues• sustainingexcellenceinourservicedelivery.

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: Opportunities available in Brisbane & Regional Chambers for the ODPP Work Experience Placement Program (WEPP). Closing date: Multiple placements available throughout the year. Method of application: Please contact the work experience coordinator at your university.

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CONTACT DETAILS

Jade Olsson Human Resources Advisor P 02 9253 9999 [email protected]

www.piperalderman.com.au

Piper Alderman is a full service commercial law firm with offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Adelaide. We have close to 200 lawyers and over 350 staff nationally. Our five core practice areas are corporate, property and projects, dispute resolution, employment relations and intellectual property and technology. We work across a wide range of industries and offer our services to a host of clients from multi-national private companies to government and charities.

Our success over the last 160 years has seen the firm consistently ranked as one of Australia’s leading law firms and independently recognised as an outstanding legal provider.

Piper Alderman promotes a culture of performance excellence at every level of the firm. Our graduates and clerks are high achievers and are given the unique opportunity of playing an active role in delivering innovative legal solutions to our clients from day one.

Piper Alderman’s unique law clerk program enables casual on-going positions working two days per week. Our program encourages advanced development opportunities as our clerks become fully integrated and relied upon members of their team for legal researching and drafting assistance. Our clerks receive interesting and challenging work that promotes a commercially savvy understanding of the law. This forms the underlying foundation of our program developing law clerks into future graduates of the firm.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: 2–3 Method of application: Our graduates are recruited from our existing law clerks

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: 2–3 on-going casual law clerk positions Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au or via website

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CONTACT DETAILS

Liz Clark Senior Administration Officer P 07 3138 2211 [email protected]

www.qut.edu.au/legal-practice

We are a leading provider of Practical Legal Training in Queensland, with an enviable reputation for our practical approach.

With over 30 years’ experience, and recently refreshed course content, we provide you with problem-solving scenarios to make sure you’re job-ready.

We also provide you a work placement in a firm, government department or agency if you’re not already working. Our courses begin throughout the year in full-time, part-time and online modes.

2012 Courses

June 18 (full-time on campus; full-time external and part-time)

2013 Courses

January 7 (full-time on campus; full-time external and part-time) February 25 (March intake – part-time) June 17 (full-time on campus; full-time external and part-time)

Practically, the onlychoice for PLT is QUT.QUT is a leading provider of Practical Legal Training in Queensland,with an enviable reputation for its practical approach. With recentlyrefreshed course content, the program offers problem-solvingscenarios and reflects the realities of a daily modern legal practice.And if you need a work placement, we will provide it.

The only choice for PLT is QUT.

Full-time, part-time and online.

Apply now, or phone Liz Clark on (07) 3138 2211 or email [email protected]

www.qut.edu.au/legal-practice

LAW-11-688 CRICOS no. 00213J

“The simulated courtrooms are fantastic.The use of technologyto support learning helpsexternal students feelthat they belong in theuniversity community.”

Samantha Flynn,QUT graduate

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CONTACT DETAILS

Lee Richards Office Manager P 07 3016 5049 [email protected]

www.sparke.com.au

Sparke Helmore is an integrated, national law firm. We have offices in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Canberra, Adelaide, Newcastle, Perth and the Upper Hunter. With 54 partners and a truly national footprint, Sparke Helmore is well placed to service the diverse needs of corporations and government agencies. For good reason, we are chosen by leading Australian corporations, multinational and foreign owned entities, Federal and State government departments, agencies and local government corporate and government leaders.

Our clients choose to work with us for our energy, insight and collaboration and our success has meant that we have enjoyed market leading growth since the early 1990s.

While retaining dominance in the insurance market over the last five years we have diversified our practice base and we now work across seven industry sectors with:

• agrowingbankingandfinancepracticeservicingaclientbasethat includes some of Australia’s most successful banks

• asignificantpropertyanddevelopmentpracticethathasarange of property developer, fund manager and government clients

• agrowingcorporateandcommercialteamthatmanageslarge scale M&A and private equity transactions and recently completed one of Australia’s largest business process outsourcing projects

• oneofthelargestemploymentlawpracticesinNSW,actinglocally and internationally

• aleadingCommonwealthGovernmentpracticefocusedoncommercial and administrative law; that has been involved in some of the biggest most high profile government issues in the country including the Cole Oil for Food Inquiry and the sale of Telstra.

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www.collaw.edu.au The College of Law is the school of professional practice for lawyers in Australia and New Zealand. We provide career-long education and training services to the legal profession, dif ferentiated by a focus on practical law.

For over 35 years, the College’s Practical Legal Training Program has assisted graduates to make the transition from law student to practising lawyer, with real-world examples, experienced local practitioners and flexible study modes including part-time and full-time options. We specialise in education and training in legal practice and ensure our students have continuous interaction with their lecturers.

The Practical Legal Training Program offers multiple start dates throughout the year and onsite skills sessions in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Canberra, Perth and London.

We have two work experience options at the College which you can choose to suit your situation.

Option 1: 75 days of work experience

Option 2: 25 days of work experience plus the Clinical Experience Module

Start dates for Practical Legal Training in Queensland:

16 April 2012 28 May 2012 16 July 2012 1 October 2012

Note: For commencement dates in other states and more information please visit: www.collaw.edu.au/plt

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CONTACT DETAILS

Danielle Schmidt HR Adviser P 07 3338 7574 [email protected]

Jemima Grieve HR Coordinator P 03 8080 3616 [email protected]

www.thomsonslawyers.com.au

Thomsons has a 125 year history of successfully providing legal services to our clients. As one of Australia’s top 15 law firms, our expertise, enthusiasm and innovative approach has allowed us to build and retain strong relationships with Australia’s leading businesses and government bodies.

Over the last decade the firm has grown from its initial Adelaide operations and has successfully established fully integrated offices in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. With 56 partners and more than 420 lawyers and staff, today Thomsons Lawyers offers a complete range of commercial services.

We work across four national departments:

• bankingandfinance• propertyanddevelopment• disputeresolution• corporateandcommercial.

Specific areas of practice include insolvency/restructuring, tax, environment and planning, property development, construction, intellectual property, advertising and technology, health and aged care, mergers and acquisitions and employment and safety.

Some of our clients include: Bank of Queensland; McDonalds; Mitsubishi Motors; Westpac Banking Corporation; Thiess Australia.

We recognise that law is a demanding profession so we value working in an environment that is friendly and personable, professionally stimulating and collegiate.

We view all of our graduates as potential partners. Graduates will enjoy feedback and guidance from their supervising partner and a mentor; admin support; fantastic technology and research resources; involvement in a junior lawyers’ network and continuing legal training.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Positions available: 4–6 Closing date: 20 August 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: 8–10 Closing date: 26 March 2012 Method of application: www.cvmail.com.au

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CONTACT DETAILS

Lisa Filetti Senior HR Manager P 02 9228 9242 [email protected]

Ellie Bakker Marketing and Office Services Assistant P 07 3004 3521 [email protected]

www.tresscox.com.au

TressCox is a trusted Australian commercial law firm that has been operating since 1897. We are based in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane and have an enviable reputation in all areas of law.

We are a team of talented, committed individuals who believe in the value of personal relationships and who are connected to each other in the market place to provide our clients with insightful valuable business solutions. To enable us to achieve our vision and to live our values, we look for people who are highly committed, enthusiastic and successful team players.

Students will already undoubtedly be aware that there is no substitute for getting involved in a seasonal clerkship program. This really gives you an insight into what life as a lawyer is really all about. As a seasonal clerk you will have the opportunity to be part of a busy and dynamic legal team doing legal work. What’s more the rotational nature of our program enables you to move through various practice groups. This is really important because it gives you the opportunity to gain exposure in different areas of law.

Our seasonal clerkship program also aims to provide students with practical legal experience and when we can the opportunity to attend court hearings, undertake research tasks, observe client meetings and conferences and get involved at one of our in-house seminars. This is the first step for a career in law and our seasonal clerks will get great exposure at TressCox Lawyers.

GRADUATE POSITIONS

Potential positions are dependent on the needs of the business and as such we recruit on an ad hoc basis at this level. We advertise all of our roles on our website.

VACATION CLERKSHIPS

Positions available: 2 Closing date: 4 May 2012 Method of application: via email – [email protected]

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CONTACT DETAILS

Melissa Reynolds Marketing Manager P 07 3365 2523 [email protected]

Beth Williams External Relations & Events Officer P 07 3346 9350 [email protected]

www.law.uq.edu.au

The TC Beirne School of Law is the oldest and most prestigious law school in Queensland and one of Australia’s leading research intensive law schools. Since its establishment in 1936 the School has helped to mould more than 20 elite Rhodes Scholars, a Governor-General, High Court judges, Queensland Premiers, and countless leaders within and without the legal profession.

In keeping with this tradition the School remains committed to the delivery of high quality, research-led legal teaching to provide knowledge and inspiration to the scholars who are destined to shape the future. This commitment is measured by a consistently high demand for the School’s taught programs, a record number of Research Higher Degree students and recognised excellence in legal research by a team of globally renowned academics.

As a professional school, our relationship with the legal profession is at the heart of our mission. In recent years, the School has worked closely with colleagues in the legal community to develop high-quality, specialist driven postgraduate programs which meet the needs of law graduates in the workforce, and provide highly transportable knowledge and skills to enable graduates to succeed in the increasingly competitive global legal and business environments.

TC Beirne School of Law

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CONTACT DETAILS

USQ Faculty of Business and Law Reception P 07 4631 2968 Businessandlaw.support @usq.edu.au

www.usq.edu.au

Start your Law career at USQ

In a world that is constantly changing, the law has to be relevant. That’s why USQ uses over 35 years’ experience teaching law subjects, to create programs that meet the needs of a dynamic legal market. Our lecturers are not only forward-thinking law practitioners and scholars; they’re committed to helping you achieve your goals.

At USQ, you will be studying a program that has been specifically designed to meet the needs of the legal professional, as well as giving you skills relevant for employment in private and government sectors, locally and internationally.

We also ensure you are work-ready by offering the opportunity to undertake workplace learning as part of your degree and by continually ensuring the relevance of our courses in today’s ever-changing world.

Talk to us to find out how to begin your Law career at USQ.

1800 811 380 [email protected] studyusq.com

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“QUT’s PLT helpedprepare me for realpractice and setme up to makethe transition intothe work force.”

Melissa CableQUT graduate

LAW-11-693 CRICOS no. 00213J www.qut.edu.au/legal-practice

Practically, the onlychoice for PLT is QUT.QUT is a leading provider of Practical Legal Training in Queensland, with an enviablereputation for its practical approach. With recently refreshed course content, the programoffers problem-solving scenarios and reflects the realities of a daily modern legal practice.And if you need a work placement, we will provide it.

The only choice for PLT is QUT. Full-time, part-time and online.

Apply now, or phone Liz Clark on (07) 3138 2211 or email [email protected]

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Graduation Employment & Vacation Clerkship Guidelines

Vacation Clerkships

Monday 27 February 2012 Applications for clerkships open

Monday 26 March 2012 Applications for clerkships close at 5:00pm AEST

Monday 14 May 2012 Offers for vacation clerkships can be made

Wednesday 16 May 2012 Offers for vacation clerkships must be accepted or declined by 5:00pm AEST

Graduate Employment

Monday 5 March 2012 Offers made to current staff/vacation clerks for graduate positions

Wednesday 7 March 2012 Offers for graduate positions to current staff/vacation clerks must be accepted or declined by 5:00pm AEST

Monday 6 August 2012 Applications for 2013 graduate positions open

Monday 20 August 2012 Applications for 2013 graduate positions close at 5:00pm AEST

Monday 10 September 2012 Offers for 2013 graduate positions can be made

Wednesday 12 September 2012 Offers for 2013 graduate positions must be accepted or declined by 5:00pm AEST

Key dates for 2012

We know the process for obtaining graduate positions or vacation clerkships can be overwhelming. To make it easier for you to find placements, Queensland Law Society has established the Graduate Employment and Vacation Clerkship Guidelines.

The Guidelines are published each year in October and confirm key dates for the recruitment process to participating law firms. You’re able to submit applications to multiple firms at one time and consider all placement offers simultaneously – having set dates allows you to make informed and appropriate decisions.

For a copy of the Guidelines and full list of participating law firms visit qls.com.au.

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Graduation – What happens next?

SUPERVISED TRAINEESHIP

Supervised traineeships cover competencies set by the Supreme Court (Legal Practitioner Admission) Amendment Rule (No 2) 2005 for admission.

Traineeships are conducted in the workplace and are structured to ensure that you receive adequate supervision and assessment. It takes approximately 12 months to complete and is a popular method of admission for those seeking future employment in the State’s top tier law firms.

PRACTICAL LEGAL TRAINING

The most popular method of satisfying the admission criteria is undertaking a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice known as Practical Legal Training (PLT). PLT is designed to equip you with practical skills like ethics, legal writing and drafting and interview skill among others, for entry into legal practice.

The following law schools offer PLT:

• AustralianNationalUniversityCollegeofLaw• BondUniversity• Grif fithUniversityLawSchool• QUTFacultyofLaw• TheCollegeofLawQueensland.

All of these law schools are exhibiting at the Legal Careers Expo 2012.

ADMISSION

The Supreme Court of Queensland is responsible for admitting you to the Roll of Lawyers and is assisted by the Legal Practitioners Admissions Board, which issues an applicant’s certificate of compliance.

To be eligible for admission, you must have completed an approved law degree, an approved Practical Legal Training course or supervised traineeship at a firm, and be able to satisfy the Admission Board and the Court of your fitness to practise.

PRACTISING CERTIFICATES

A Practising Certificate is required to practise as a solicitor in Queensland. Certificates are issued by the Queensland Law Society according to Section 52 of the Legal Profession Act 2007 and must be renewed annually. You can apply for full membership and your Practicing Certificate at any time, providing you’re admitted to the Roll of Lawyers by the Supreme Court of Queensland.

Barristers are also required to hold a Practising Certificate, which is issued by the Bar Association of Queensland.

Visit qls.com.au for more information on how to become a practising lawyer.

To practice law in Queensland you’re legally required to be admitted onto the Roll of Lawyers by the Supreme Court of Queensland. Graduates wishing to be admitted must undertake additional legal training through either successful completion of a Practical Legal Training (PLT) course, or by serving as a supervised trainee. Once admitted you will be required to apply for a Practising Certificate from the Society to practice as a solicitor, or the Bar Association of Queensland to practice as a barrister.

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Solicitor – working in a legal firm

You will provide advice, work closely with individuals and organisations, and liaise with other legal professionals. Much time is spent meeting with clients, researching cases, and writing legal documents. Solicitors therefore need a wide range of skills. As well as being able to communicate with clients and develop good working relationships with them, solicitors need to be able to work closely with colleagues, pay close attention to detail and be willing to work long hours. Other key traits include initiative and good judgement, which will assist in working with complex legal information.

Career path

You will start practice as an ‘employee solicitor’ and move onto ‘associate’ and ‘senior associate’ roles by acquiring extensive experience in your relevant area of law. Partnership may follow after a number of years. This involves greater responsibility and status, increased income, a greater influence in how the firm is run, and the responsibility of training and mentoring of younger solicitors.

You can choose to specialise in a field of law or you may prefer to practise in a broad cross-section of areas. Focusing in one area gives you the option to enhance your career through Queensland Law Society Specialist Accreditation, becoming an accredited specialist is a distinction that firm solicitors can aspire too. For more information on Specialist Accreditation visit qls.com.au/specialistaccreditation.html.

Where you can work

It is not uncommon for graduates to set up their own firms; however most graduates will work in large or medium firms with the aim to specialise. Working in a smaller boutique firm will provide you with a cross-section of practice. Larger firms

are mostly located in Brisbane and South East Queensland while regional areas provide the opportunity to work in more personal and intimate firms.

Solicitor – working as in-house counsel

As an in-house counsel solicitor you’re often an integral part of the management team, and are directly involved in the decision making processes of the organisation. Usually, the in-house legal team takes responsibility of all commercial matters on behalf of the organisation.

Career path

Increasingly, in-house counsels are solicitors with vast experience in the legal profession. Solicitors generally move into corporate counsel after having practised at a private law firm. Corporate positions are considered attractive because they do not have the personal budget pressures that private law firms have. In many instances, these jobs lead to management positions.

Where you can work

Most large corporations with international bases have in-house counsel; many medium sized firms also require the support and advice of a legal team. Organisations in industries like mining, energy, media, telecommunication, transport, construction and engineering are a good place to start looking for in-house counsel positions.

Solicitor – working in government

Countless government departments at federal, state and local level have in-house legal departments. Working in government you’ll be tasked with the responsibility of researching, writing and assisting in the implementation of procedural activities carried out by the departments. The Government policy team may be responsible for constitutional, administrative and regulatory law issues.

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Career path

In some instances it can be said that policy officers for government are not as well-paid as their private practice counterparts. However, Government Policy Officers are not bound by personal budget pressures and therefore they enjoy more flexibility working in their field of interest.

Where you can work

Federal and state government departments like the Department of Justice and Attorney-General, or at local council level in Brisbane or regionally. There are also government regulatory and statutory authorities that have in-house legal departments, for example Q-COMP.

Solicitor – working to improve access to justice

Community legal and pro bono professionals provide less fortunate members of the public with access to the legal justice system. Work in this capacity can offer a rewarding dimension to your career.

As a community legal or pro bono professional you will offer free legal advice, referral and support to people who are experiencing trouble with the law, and are unable to afford the full cost of engaging a solicitor. Legal advice may be sought on issues involving the police, landlords, employers, family and human rights. In addition to free legal advice and support you will also work to increase community understanding of legal rights by providing community groups and individuals with legal education and information.

Career path

Working in this capacity offers you the opportunity to develop strong relationships within the community by providing access to the courts and legal system, legal education and advice, and representation for little or no fee. You may devote a portion of time to pro bono work while retaining

a fee-paying client base in private practice or you could become a full-time community legal practitioner.

Where you can work

The number of private law firms offering pro bono programs to their solicitors has increased. There are also the options of working with community legal centres or for the statutory authority Legal Aid Queensland.

Barrister – working as an independent legal counsel

As a barrister you will play a vital role in the administration of justice and in the functioning of the legal profession. You will be an advocate before courts and tribunals and a consultant legal advisor. Barristers generally receive work, through referral, from solicitors and represent clients in court. You will be an expert on the rules of evidence and court procedure, in determining the appropriate method and argument for presentation in court, in questioning and cross-examining witnesses, and negotiating settlements to discontinue legal proceedings.

Career path

In Queensland, barristers have always practised as independent legal counsel. By not forming any business partnerships or associations this ensures independence as legal counsel is not compromised. Every barrister is solely responsible for his or her own work. Becoming a barrister will assist if you aspire to become a judge.

Where you can work

Most barristers’ Chambers are located in Brisbane, but there are regional opportunities like Townsville, Rockhampton, Cairns, Southport, Toowoomba, Ipswich, Mackay, Maroochydore and other country centres.

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Other opportunities in the legal profession

There are many more career opportunities in the legal profession. You may want to research the roles and responsibilities of the following:

• courtandlegalclerks• paralegal• lawlibrarian• mediator• criminologist.

CAREER ADVANCEMENT

With record numbers of solicitors leaving private practice within three years, it is important to make sure you know what you want from your work. The first step is to forget simplistic competitive notions of ‘partnership by 35 or bust’, focus on what is really important to you personally and not to let peer competition, assumptions or others define success for you.

So, what do you want from your work – in both the short and longer terms?

• Interestingwork?• Personaldevelopment?• Money?• Status/peerrespect?• Challenge?• Prestige?• Goodworkplaceculture?• Security?• Work-lifebalance?• Control–overyourlifeorwork?• Goodrelationshipwithbossand/ or colleagues?• Aneasylife?

You can probably identify a number of things from that list, and maybe more. Think about what it will mean to get these things. What will you have to give up? Are you willing to make the sacrifices?

In the early years of your career, there is one other factor you should be looking to focus on experience. Experience will not only give you vital information about dif ferent paths and whether they might be right for you, but it will also open up

different opportunities and provide you with choice going forward. If you find you are doing the same work for more than a year with no sign of development, ask yourself if you are happy with this.

While you will gain some experience through your employers, making the right choices will require accumulating more information. Make a proactive effort to network with friends and learn about dif ferent options:

• bigfirmversussmallfirm• differentpracticeareas• in-house,governmentorthecommunitysector• regional,rural,urbanorsuburban.

What matters for the practice?

While it may seem obvious to say ‘do what’s expected of you’, this is not as easy as it sounds. From just a bit of networking you will realise that practices or employers are dif ferent. Different practices and different individuals will have different expectations which they might or might not articulate or explain. For this reason, it is vital to ask, listen, watch and network. Never assume you know all there is to know about what’s expected of you, especially as you progress in your career and ‘what’s expected of you’ develops and changes.

If your focus is on partnership and promotion, here are some tips on what your employer might be looking for:

• highperformance–intermsofbothquality and quantity

• lowmaintenance–seekhelpwhenneeded, but don’t be a burden

• collegiality• specialistexpertiseorsomethingnewor

unique to offer• grinders,mindersorfinders–practicesoften

look for a mix of grinders (desk-based hard-workers), minders (good at supervising a team) and finders (rainmakers). Where do you fit? Does that fit with your practices’ needs? Do you need to develop your minding or finding skills?

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• tickallthemajorboxes(noweaknesses)– technical skills, industry knowledge, risk management, client service and development, hours, billings, social and communication skills

• aninterestinpracticematters• skilledinternalandexternalnetworking.

What to avoid

Starting out is daunting, don’t stall your career before you’ve got going! Knowing what not to do is key to building a favourable reputation.

Isolating yourself – try not to isolate yourself socially or politically. Develop a group of work friends and try to get along with everyone as much as possible. While it is good to have opinions, build coalitions where possible, pick your battles carefully and avoid a reputation for negativity.

Second level stupidity – anyone can make mistakes, but mistakes arising from the below will get you a reputation which may be difficult to shake:

• notseekinghelpwhenclearlyneeded• cover-ups• notheedingadvicefromsuperiors• makingthesamemistakesrepeatedly.

Personal development

You should always be looking to develop – either through experience or other learning. Some firms are excellent in developing their staff but you shouldn’t rely on your practice to manage your development. You need to work on any weaknesses and try to develop a key strength and get known for this.

Wellbeing

Look after yourself, and always remind yourself that there’s more to life than work. In addition to managing your personal wellbeing (diet, exercise, work-life balance, stress management techniques, regular holidays, etc) look out for workplace stressors, and manage them as best you can. If you find you are not enjoying your work, you do have some options:

• changewhatyoudon’tlike• changeyourattitude• changeyourjob.

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Student membership privileges are geared to transition you smoothly from law student to lawyer. The Society offers valuable resources for study, career and regulatory advice, professional networks and employment contacts and discounted lifestyle products and services. Best of all student membership is free!

Visit qls.com.au to apply today.

NEWS AND INFORMATION

Proctor Magazine (online version) – the Society’s flagship publication is a useful study resource, keeping you informed on all aspects of law. A subscription to print editions of Proctor Magazine is available to purchase at member pricing.

QLS Website – a knowledge hub giving you access to member-only information to support your studies and transition from student to lawyer.

Enewsletters – keeping you up-to-date with the latest news affecting the profession including legislative developments.

Practice Management Guides – online resources and support tools providing you with an insight into managing a legal practice.

Queensland Law Society Legal Directory and Diary – a guide to the legal profession listing key industry representatives. It is a valuable resource for graduating students. Available for purchase at member pricing.

ADVICE

Careers in law – launch your legal career with free alerts and information about our annual Legal Careers Expo and the Graduate Employment and Vacation Clerkship Guidelines.

Regulatory advice – our staff provide you with support and assistance on regulatory requirements for admission and practice.

DISCOUNTS AND COMMERCIAL BENEFITS

Discounted lifestyle products and services – access a range of services and products including Hertz, AMP and American Express at special rates for Queensland Law Society members.

NETWORKING AND SOCIAL EVENTS

Access to your professional community – profile yourself and network at Queensland Law Society networking and social events. Available to purchase at member pricing.

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

Conferences and seminars – advance your knowledge and give yourself a professional edge with access to education and training available at member pricing.

DVD Resources – a digital education and training resource for purchase at member pricing.

Student membership gives you access to…

STUDENT MEMBERSHIP

We assist more than 10,000 legal professionals at varying career stages by supporting their daily working needs through access to education and training, advice and support services, information and resources and through commercial and social benefits. We also represent our members by taking a position on issues affecting the legal profession and acting as a leading voice for improvement and change.

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