Hall & Wilcox
2021 Law Graduate Program - Sydney
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Opportunity details
- Graduate Job
- $70,000 - $74,999 / Year
- AUD70,000 - AUD74,999
- 12 vacancies
- Apply by 12 Apr 2020
Our graduate program is a priority for us because we recognise that today's law graduates are tomorrow's leaders of the firm. Over the years, the program has proven to be highly successful – many of our current partners completed their graduate year with us.
As a Law Graduate, you will be a part of a 12-month program which includes three, four-month rotations in our Sydney Office along with extensive on-the-job training and support.
In particular, you will receive;
- A combination of on-the-job training and support in completing Practical Legal Training.
- A comprehensive induction with the national graduate cohort which lays the foundation for the year ahead.
- The opportunity to gain experience in several of the firm's practice areas.
- An extensive support network including a buddy, a mentor and supervising partner to provide guidance and support throughout the year.
- Regular learning opportunities through our Elevate program, designed to develop our graduates and provide them with the skills and expertise to excel.
- Opportunities to participate in Pro Bono and Smarter Law initiatives.
- Ongoing feedback, both formal and informal.
- The opportunity to immerse yourself in our great culture and have fun!
About the employer
Hall & Wilcox AU
4.4
500 - 1,000 employees
Law
Hall & Wilcox is a leading independent Australian law firm. We are a firm of over 750 people delivering outstanding legal services to corporate, public sector and private clients, both Australian-based and those offshore doing business in Australia.
Pros and cons of working at Hall & Wilcox AU
Pros
The place really seems to care for its people. It's a great working environment where your voice is heard and you have plenty of opportunities for professional and personal development.
Flexibility with hours and ability to work from home. Open plan and collaborative environment.
The firm culture is great. Everyone is very collegiate and people are friends and not just colleagues.
We are a growing firm so there are a lot of opportunities to work directly with partners and senior lawyers. 'Learning by doing' is certainly the training approach the firm takes. I had hands on experience in drafting client advices/contracts/pleadings from day one of my graduate program. That said, I never felt unsupported if I found a task particularly challenging. I have found the partners to be really invested in helping me to build a strong foundation of how to practice law, irrespective of practice area.
Very progressive, fast moving, receptive to change. Lots of exposure as a junior to the bigger picture of a matter. Free breakfasts and lunchtime fitness classes is a big plus. A growing firm so very positive atmosphere.
Lots of good extracurricular stuff. Everyone is nice and approachable.
Cons
This is nitpicking but sometimes there's a mismatch in the fact that the firm values itself on everyone (including seniors) being approachable and less hierarchical. I occasionally still come across this behaviour. But it is all manageable.
The practice is always busy so the hours are long and downtime is rare.
Pay
Communication and synergy across teams could use some improvement.
The inconsistent workload
No rotation