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  info@vozellalawyers.com.au 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  info@vozellalawyers.com.au 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 resum e, 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.