About us

Vozella Lawyers is a well-established and respected law firm servicing Canberra and greater New South Wales, with modern offices located in the heart of the Queanbeyan CBD in New South Wales. Our firm is a recognisable local brand with a reputation for professional excellence through high-quality legal work, high technical and ethical standards, and dedication to a superior client experience in the legal marketplace. These values are at the cornerstone of our mission as a law practice and so are sought after as values in our newest recruits. Our team is committed to professional development and community engagement, making us a preferred choice for clients and legal professionals.

As our practice continues to grow, we are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Lawyer/Junior Solicitor to join our supportive and collaborative team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent law graduate or early-career lawyer to gain hands-on experience and build a solid foundation in legal practice. You will be mentored by experienced practitioners and involved in a broad range of legal work from day one.

Key responsibilities

Assisting solicitors with legal research, drafting, and preparation of court documents

Attending court appearances under supervision

Conducting client interviews and managing files under guidance

Supporting the delivery of effective legal solutions to clients

About You:

Recently completed Bachelor of Laws and completed or about to complete Practical Legal Training (PLT)

Recently admitted as a lawyer and eligible to or currently hold a practising certificate in ACT/NSW

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong attention to detail and organisational skills

A willingness to learn and contribute to a team-oriented environment

A genuine interest in working in a regional law practice

What we offer:

Friendly, down-to-earth team culture

Real mentoring and professional development opportunities

Exposure to a wide variety of legal matters

A great opportunity to build a rewarding career

Work-life balance in a location close to Canberra, with lower cost of living

Competitive salary package commensurate with experience

Access to ongoing training and mentorship programs, including local networking and community engagement both commercial and social

Opportunity to build your own practice and hone your experience in practice areas of interest

Opportunity for exposure to high-profile cases

Opportunity to travel for regional and interstate matters

How to apply for this role:

Send the below via email to [email protected]

A word to the wise. One of the quickest ways to determine suitability is by reference to the extent to which the applicant adheres to the application instructions. How you appear to do the simple things will count decisively for us at this stage of the recruitment process. Applications that do not precisely adhere to the following simple instructions will not be opened or considered:

Send your application to [email protected] DO NOT APPLY THROUGH SEEK, WE DO NOT MONITOR SEEK AND SO WILL NOT RECEIVE YOUR APPLICATION

The application must contain:

a tailored cover letter addressed to the Director, Mr L Vozella, setting out your claims to the position with particular attention paid to the suitability criteria above, of no longer than one page

a current and relevant resume, of no longer than two pages

contact details for at least 2 professional referees

The successful applicant will ideally commence the position in July/August 2025 but there is flexibility around the start date (earlier or later) for the right candidate.

For more information or a confidential discussion regarding this role, please contact the Practice Manager (02) 6181 0999.

All applications will be treated with confidentiality. Only successful candidates will be contacted. Previous unsuccessful applicants need not apply.