Solicitor

Parra-Legal & Associates is a growing boutique law firm seeking a motivated and personable Solicitor with 2–3 years’ post-admission experience (PAE) to join our team.

We are a small, client-focused practice handling a diverse range of matters, including conveyancing and property law, immigration law, family law, debt recovery, wills and estates, and general legal matters.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who enjoys variety, client interaction and taking ownership of their matters in a supportive small-firm environment.

About the Role

You will have the opportunity to work across a diverse range of matters and will be involved in the day-to-day carriage of files from commencement through to resolution.

• Managing your own files and progressing matters efficiently;


• Conducting client conferences and providing practical legal advice;


• Drafting and reviewing legal correspondence, contracts, agreements, applications and other legal documents;


• Conducting legal research and preparing advice;


• Handling conveyancing and property transactions, including contracts, settlements and related matters;


• Assisting with immigration and visa matters;


• Conducting family law matters and corresponding with clients and other practitioners;


• Managing debt recovery matters;


• Preparing wills, estate planning documents and assisting with estate administration;


• Appearing in or assisting with matters before relevant courts and tribunals, where appropriate;


• Liaising with clients, barristers, government departments, courts, agents and other stakeholders; and


• Maintaining accurate file management, time recording and compliance with professional obligations.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Is an Australian-admitted solicitor with 2–3 years’ PAE;


• Has strong written and verbal communication skills;


• Is confident communicating directly with clients;


• Has strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills;


• Can manage competing priorities and deadlines;


• Is proactive and able to work independently while also being a team player;


• Has a practical and commercial approach to legal problem-solving;


• Is professional, approachable and committed to providing excellent client service; and


• Is willing to work across different areas of law and develop their skills within a general practice environment.

Experience

Experience in one or more of the following areas will be highly regarded:

• Conveyancing / Property Law


• Immigration / Migration Law


• Family Law


• Debt Recovery / Civil Litigation


• Wills & Estates


• General Commercial or Civil Law

Migration agent registration or experience with immigration matters will be highly regarded but is not essential.

Why Join Us?

At Parra-Legal & Associates, you will be joining a small and supportive team where you can:

• Gain exposure to a broad range of legal matters;


• Have genuine responsibility and carriage of files;


• Work directly with clients and develop strong client-management skills;


• Develop your legal and advocacy skills across multiple practice areas;


• Work in a collaborative and supportive environment; and


• Build your career within a growing boutique practice.

We value initiative, professionalism, reliability and a strong commitment to our clients.