Solicitor jobs in Australia
Solicitors advise clients and manage legal matters across a wide range of practice areas. Roles are based within law firms, corporate legal teams and government agencies.
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Solicitor
Legal
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THE ROLE The Solicitor role in the Statewide Child Protection Litigation Office (Statewide CPLO) is responsible for providing legal services including advice, support and representation for child protection.
Solicitor
Legal
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Brief Description HICKSONS | HUNT & HUNT | HOLMAN WEBB Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt | Holman Webb is a commercial law firm that assists government, companies, organisations, and individuals throughout Australia to create sustainable value through legal and commercial advice, services, and solutions.
Solicitor
Legal
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LocationOne International Towers, Level 24, 100 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo, NSW, 2000, Australia Job CategoryWorkers Compensation, Insurance Litigation Employee TypeFull Time Contact information Contact NamePeople and Culture Contact Phone02 9293 5*** Contact ***************@hicksons.com.au Description HICKSONS | HUNT & HUNT | HOLMAN WEBB Hicksons | Hunt & Hunt | Holman Webb is a commercial law firm that assists government, companies, organisations, and individuals throughout Australia to create sustainable value through legal and commercial advice, services, and solutions.
Solicitor
Legal / Other
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Division/Section: Business Services / Legal Services Position Type: Permanent Full Time (9 day fortnight, 36.25 hours/week) Salary Range: LGO6-8 ($102,640 - $140,195 per annum + superannuation) based on skills, qualifications and experience Location: Townsville Application Close: 11:45pm, Wednesday 23 September 2026.
Solicitor
Legal / Other
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About the roleFiveways Legal Pty Ltd is seeking a Solicitor to join our rural team on a casual basis.
Principal Solicitor
Legal
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Graduate Solicitor
Legal / Other
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Graduate Lawyer – Employment Law Adelaide CBD | Full-Time About Us Fair Work Lawyers was founded by two former big-firm lawyers who were fed up with the politics, hierarchy and obsession with billable hours that define much of the legal profession.
Senior Solicitor
Legal
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What if self-employment did not mean starting from scratch?
Consultant Solicitor
Legal
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What if your next career move gave you more time, more control and a greater share of the fees you generate?
Conveyancer / Solicitor
Legal / Other
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About the role Southern Vales Legal is seeking a recently qualified or experienced Conveyancer or Solicitor to join our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
A solicitor advises clients and manages legal matters, preparing documents, negotiating on behalf of clients and representing them in some legal proceedings. The role varies significantly depending on the area of practice. This mix of practical and people-facing work is part of what keeps solicitor varied.
You need a law degree and admission as a solicitor with your state's legal admission board, which typically requires completing practical legal training after your degree. Building this foundation early makes it easier to move confidently into solicitor roles as opportunities arise.
A solicitor typically manages a client's legal matter directly and prepares documentation, while a barrister specialises in court advocacy and is usually briefed by a solicitor for representation. Understanding this distinction helps candidates target the right solicitor opportunities from the outset.
Some solicitor jobs involve court appearances, particularly in litigation practice areas, though many solicitors focus primarily on transactional or advisory work outside the courtroom. Employers usually outline these specifics in the job ad itself, so it pays to read the full listing closely.
Solicitors can progress into senior associate, special counsel or partner roles within a law firm. Some move into in-house legal positions or judicial appointments later in their career. With the right experience, this progression can open doors well beyond a first role in solicitor.
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