For more information about this region, check out the Albury & District Regional Guide.

For more information about this region, check out the Blue Mountains Regional Guide.

For more information about this region, check out the Central West Regional Guide.

District: Central West
Position: Family and Criminal Lawyer
Job type: In-person
Job status: Full-time
Salary: $80,000-$120,000
Listing close date:  Thursday, 30 April 2026
Job Description: This full-time position is based in our Dubbo office and offers an exciting opportunity to take your legal career to the next level. You’ll work across a broad range of practice areas including Family Law and Criminal Law, with the possibility of working in Commercial Litigation, Estate Litigation and/or Personal Injury Litigation.

Full job listing: https://www.dlhsolicitors.com.au/work-with

Email address for job applications and queries:  tac@peacockes.com

District: Orana (Dubbo, Mudgee)
Position: Experienced Solicitor
Job type: In-person
Job status: Full-time
Listing close date:  Tuesday, 30 June 2026
Job Description: DLH Solictors is one of the Central West's Leading Law Firms, based in Mudgee, NSW.
DLH offers a wide range of tailored legal services, including family law, conveyancing, wills & estate planning, criminal & traffic law & employment law. 

We are looking for someone who:

• Is at least two year post-graduate
• Hold a relevant Bachelor of Law degree, be admitted to the NSW Supreme Court & hold a current practising certificate
• Previous experience in family law, conveyancing & succession law is essential

Email address for job applications and queries: sally@dlhsolicitors.com.au
Job listing: https://www.dlhsolicitors.com.au/work-with-us

For more information about this region, check out the Clarence River & Coffs Harbour.

District: Far North Coast (Balina, Lismore)
Position: Solicitor - Commercial & General Practice
Job type: In-person
Job status: Full-time
Listing close date: 22 June 2026
Job Description: 

A role where no two days are the same. Work across a range of practice areas where your work has a direct impact on the clients and community you serve.
Hannigans Solicitors is a well-established, full-service law firm with offices in Casino, Evans Head, and Kyogle in the beautiful Northern Rivers region of New South Wales.
We are seeking an experienced solicitor to join our Casino office on a permanent, full-time basis. This is a genuinely broad-based role. Our clients range from individuals and families through to small businesses, large enterprises, major institutions, and publicly listed companies. You will have the opportunity to work across the full spectrum.

About the Role You will manage your own diverse caseload across multiple practice areas, including:

• (a) Commercial and business law
• (b) Property law
• (c) Litigation and dispute resolution
• (d) Wills, estates, and succession planning
• (e) General practice matters as they arise

You will work directly alongside the firm’s directors. This is a role for someone who thrives on variety and values the autonomy that comes with a trusted position in a respected regional firm.

About You

• (a) Admitted as a solicitor in NSW (or eligible for immediate admission) with a current practising certificate
• (b) Significant post-admission experience
• (c) Demonstrated ability to manage a diverse caseload with a high degree of autonomy
• (d) Strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills
• (e) Litigation experience is highly regarded
• (f) Willingness to work on-site at our Casino office

What We Offer

• (a) Competitive salary
• (b) A genuinely varied caseload, including commercial, property, litigation, and estates work across a full-spectrum client base
• (c) Direct access to the firm’s directors with real mentoring and development
• (d) A collegial, supportive team environment in a well-established regional firm
• (e) An exceptional lifestyle in the Northern Rivers. Affordable living, stunning coastline, and a relaxed pace of life just minutes from the beaches of Evans Head and Ballina, the cultural hubs of Lismore and Byron Bay, and the scenic Border Ranges hinterland.

Why the Northern Rivers?

More and more professionals are making the move from Sydney, Brisbane, and the Gold Coast to the Northern Rivers. A lower cost of living, no gridlock travel to and from work, excellent schools, and a community that actually knows your name. The Ballina Byron Gateway Airport offers direct flights to Sydney and Melbourne, keeping you easily connected. If you’ve been thinking about a tree-change or sea-change, this could be the role that makes it happen.

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter addressing the above criteria to james@hannigans.com.au. For a confidential discussion, please contact James Harmon on 0403223394. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Early applications are encouraged.  

Email address for job applications and queries: james@hannigans.com.au
 

District: Hunter Valley (Cessnock, Merriwa, Gloucester and Murrurundi)
Position: Junior Solicitor
Job type: In-person
Job status: Full-time
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Listing close date: 30 April 2026
Job Description: Ideally you have experience in or an interest in working on wills & estates and property law matters. Friendly and supportive partner and team culture and negotiable hours. Very limited scope to work remotely - you will need to be in a position to work predominantly from our Singleton office. Career progression, on-going development through training opportunities and input to influence the practice.
What you need:

• Minimum graduate solicitor admitted to practice.
• Post qualification experience an advantage.
• Also advantageous to have strong technical and drafting skills, ability to work autonomously, strong written and verbal communication skills, proficiency with Microsoft office and practice management software, and ability to build strong business and client relationships.

Bestic Law
Our firm is a boutique practice located in Singleton led by Accredited Specialist in Wills & Estates and Property Law, Katelin Whitley, who is also a lecturer in the College of Law Masters program. We practice predominantly in Wills & Estates (estate planning, administration and litigation) and Property Law (dispute resolution and conveyancing).

Email address for job applications and queries: info@bestics.com.au

District: Newcastle (Nelson Bay, Williamtown)
Position: Senior Property Lawyer (Full or Part Time)
Job type: Hybrid
Job status: Full-time
Job listing: https://www.seek.com.au/job/90084257?ref=search-standalone&type=standard&origin=jobTitle#sol=7f390b5595c61c6e239aebcf316323fd8558a969
Listing close date: 22 June 2026
Job Description: 

The Firm: Our client is a market-leading firm specialising in corporate and commercial law. A new opportunity has opened up for a senior lawyer to join the Property team in either Sydney or Newcastle. The firm’s client base includes:

• Mining and manufacturing
• Small-cap listed and growth companies
• Corporate projects and asset-intensive businesses
• Sophisticated high-net-worth individuals and family offices

The Opportunity: This role would suit a Senior Property Lawyer (current partner, special counsel or senior associate) looking to join a well-established firm to strengthen and grow its property capability across M&A-driven transactions, capital activity, corporate projects and sophisticated private client portfolios. The firm is well regarded for its high retention rates, long tenure, flexibility and respect for its staff. The role is open to full-time or part-time (3–4 days per week) arrangements in either Sydney or Newcastle.

Career development: For partners, an existing client base or credible practice-building plan is required. Interest in long-term practice leadership and succession. For special counsel or senior associates, there is a genuine opportunity to progress to partnership within a reasonable timeframe. This is an ideal place to build your career as a law firm business owner, not merely a senior employee.

The role: You will manage an existing team and run the property workstream on complex, commercially-driven transactions and portfolio matters, including:

• Corporate transactions and M&A support (property side)
• Capital activity, corporate projects and land arrangements
• Planning, approvals and environmental overlays
• Commercial and industrial leasing
• Portfolio and sophisticated private client work

Background: This role would suit someone with the following skills and experience:

• Significant experience in commercial property transactions and commercial/industrial leasing
• A strong understanding of M&A transactions, specifically the property due diligence aspects
• Working knowledge of planning and approvals
• Ability to manage environmental overlays in transactions and projects (excluding native title)
• Managing and developing existing client relationships
• Practice development and marketing skills

How to Apply: For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, contact Jason Elias on 0411 151 860 or jason@eliasrecruitment.com.au. 

District: Newcastle
Position: Estate Planning and Property Lawyer
Job type: Hybrid
Job status: Full-time
Listing close date: Monday 20th April 2026

Job Description: The Opportunity Estate Planning/Property Lawyer Jenkins Legal & Advisory is seeking an Estate Planning/Property lawyer with at least 3 years’ PQE. 
This role is offers the chance to work in a team that values clarity of thinking, professional excellence, and genuine collegiality. You will be trusted with meaningful responsibility while receiving guidance and support when needed. Our client base is exceptional, and the practice continues to grow through reputation and referrals.

 What we do: Estate & Succession Planning Wills and testamentary trusts Powers of attorney and enduring guardian appointments Asset-protection structures and complex estate strategies Blended family and succession planning Superannuation death benefit planning Intergenerational wealth structuring Probate and Letters of Administration Property & Commercial Property Property acquisitions and disposals Leasing and option deeds Joint venture and development agreements Financial and security documentation linked to property transactions Settlement of matters via PEXA Strategic advice from instruction through to completion. 

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds high standards of quality, timeliness, and professionalism
• Strong communication skills: written, verbal, and interpersonal
• Demonstrate clear, practical commercial awareness relevant to private clients and family wealth structures
• Have a genuine desire to develop mastery in law
• Enjoy contributing to a supportive team and helping junior colleagues grow
• Be comfortable using legal technology and collaborative tools
• Have an interest in developing professional relationships and participating in practice-building activities

Email address for job applications and queries: louise@jenkinslegal.com.au
Job listing: https://www.seek.com.au/job/91045044?ref=cm-ui

For more information about this region, check out the North & North West Regional Guide.

District: North & North-West (Armidale, Tamworth)
Position: Solicitor
Job type: In-person
Job status: Full-time
Salary: $80,000 - $100,000 + Bonuses
Listing close date: 22 June 2026

Job Description: 

About Us
Gwydir Law is a thriving general practice firm located in the picturesque township of Inverell, in the north-west region of NSW. We specialise in Criminal Law, Family Law, Wills & Estates and Conveyancing. Our small, close-knit team consists of an office manager, two solicitors, a graduate soon to be admitted, and two other support staff. We are dedicated to providing high-quality legal services to our local community and fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment.

The Role
We are seeking a Solicitor with a focus on Family Law, particularly in children’s and property matters. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to work across other general practice areas, including:

• Conveyancing
• Estates and estate planning
• Criminal law

About You
To be an ideal candidate for this role, you will have:

• At least 12 months PAE, with a preference for 2-3 years of experience
• Proven experience in Family Law, including children’s and property matters
• Strong client engagement skills and the ability to work effectively in a busy team environment
• Excellent communication, drafting, and organisational skills
• A commitment to providing exceptional service to clients

If you fit some but not all of the criteria but have a keen interest in access to justice for rural Australians, we encourage you to apply, to see if we can craft a role suited to you.

What We Offer

• A supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunities to work across a variety of legal areas
• Competitive remuneration, negotiable based on experience
• Superannuation guarantees payable in addition to salary
• The chance to be part of a growing practice in a vibrant regional community

Why Inverell?
Inverell is a charming regional town offering a relaxed lifestyle, affordable housing, and a strong sense of community. With excellent schools, recreational facilities, and a thriving local economy, it’s an ideal place to build your career and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. 

How to Apply
If you’re ready to join our team and make a difference in the Inverell community & surrounds, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and cover letter to:
Alex Reynolds Office Manager
Email: alex@gwydirlaw.com.au
Phone: 02 6722 4885
Applications close on 29 February 2026. 

District: North & North-West (Armidale, Tamworth) 
Position: Practice Manager Crime - Legal Officer
Job type: In-person
Job status: Full-time
Salary: $154,403.00 - $157,430
Listing close date: 12 April 2026
Job Description: Legal Aid NSW delivers accessible legal services across criminal, family and civil law. We provide advice, court representation, and family dispute resolution through 28 offices and phone-based support, helping people navigate the legal system with confidence and fairness.

“Being a senior lawyer requires sound judgement — knowing what matters most when everything feels urgent.” 
As a Senior Criminal Lawyer, you are the calm in the storm. The person who cuts through chaos, steadies a team, and moves complex matters forward with clarity. This role calls for confidence, judgement, and compassion. The kind of leadership that changes outcomes for clients experiencing hardship. 

In this role, you will: deliver expert advice and representation in complex criminal law matters contribute to a focused, organised, high performing practice supervise junior lawyers with clarity, direction, and care work collaboratively and cohesively in an office and with other legal divisions contribute to reforms and initiatives that improve client outcomes lead with purpose bringing clarity to complexity and lifting those around you You will thrive in this role if you: excel at prioritising competing demands enjoy developing and guiding others bring strong legal expertise and clear leadership value collaborative, trauma informed practice embrace a culture of wellbeing, flexibility and support The Role Description sets out the responsibilities and Focus Capabilities of the role. The focus capabilities and key accountabilities in the role description indicate what is expected at that level. Being familiar with these will help you understand what the panel will be looking for in the successful candidate. 

Requirements:

• You must be admitted or be eligible for admission as a legal practitioner in NSW
• Be able to provide a current NSW Practising Certificate before you start work with us
• Willing to do a Criminal Record Check and Working with Children Check
• Have a valid Driver Licence and/or the capacity to travel regularly
• You may be required to travel to regional and remote areas for certain roles

How to Apply

Please follow the application process on https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/job/practice-manager-crime-569795

Email address for job applications and queries:  haney.cho@legalaid.nsw.gov.au

 For more information about this region, check out the Orana Regional Guide.

District: Orana (Dubbo, Mudgee)
Position: Graduate/Solicitor
Job type: In-person
Job status: Full-time
Salary: $85,000 - $110,000 + super 
Listing close date:  Thursday, 16 April 2026
Job Description: Booth Brown Legal is a well-established and client focused law firm committed to delivering clear, practical and commercially sound legal advice. We pride ourselves on our supportive team culture, strong client relationships, and dedication to professional excellence.

We are seeking a motivated Graduate or Junior Solicitor to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to learn, ready to take ownership of meaningful work, and keen to develop a long-term career in a dynamic legal environment. As a Graduate/Solicitor at Booth Brown Legal, you will work closely with senior practitioners across a range of matters.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Conducting legal research and drafting correspondence, memoranda, and court documents
• Assisting with client meetings, file management, and matter preparation
• Providing support across the firm’s key practice areas, including Commercial Law, Property, Wills & Estates, Succession Planning, Litigation & Employment Law
• Managing your own small file load as your skills develop
• Contributing to a positive, team oriented workplace

This role provides genuine mentorship from experienced practitioners, hands-on experience, and strong opportunities for career progression.

We are looking for someone who is:

• A recent law graduate or admitted solicitor (or soon to be admitted)
• A clear communicator with strong research and drafting skills
• Highly organised, proactive, and able to work both independently and collaboratively
• Willing to learn, ask questions, and contribute to the team
• Professional, reliable, and committed to delivering quality outcomes for clients

Email address for job applications and queries: charlotte@boothbrown.com.au