Law Clerk - Casual Role

Law Clerk (APS Level 3) - Casual role Dispute Resolution – Adelaide

Australian Government Solicitor (AGS) is the Australian Government’s central legal service and part of the Attorney-General’s Department. It is a centre of excellence and expertise in areas of law of importance to the Commonwealth and in managing complex, systemic and precedential issues for the Commonwealth. AGS has offices in every capital city and a complement of approximately 370 lawyers who practise principally in the areas of public law, dispute resolution, law enforcement and commercial law. AGS Dispute Resolution provides specialist expertise in resolving and managing disputes – through litigation and alternative dispute resolution. We provide advice and act in all types of matters, across a range of areas of law and across jurisdictions – from small claims and disputes, to the largest and most sensitive litigation matters in which the Commonwealth is involved.

AGS is a self-funded fee-for-service Commonwealth trading enterprise competing in the market for the great majority of its work. Our lawyers have time recording responsibilities and billable targets. We have a strong focus on providing excellent legal advice and representation, outstanding client service, and on being effective and efficient in our business operations.

For further information about AGS practice areas and our business please visit our website www.ags.gov.au

About the role

AGS Dispute Resolution is seeking a law student to undertake paralegal and administrative work in the Adelaide office on a casual basis three days per week.

Duties will include preparing briefs, legal research, reviewing documents and general clerical tasks.

You should have excellent academic results. Previous paralegal experience or experience in administrative support within a legal environment, or other relevant experience, is valued.

To apply, you must be an Australian citizen. The successful candidate will be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the appropriate level. Closing date Applications close on 1 March 2019.

Further enquiries

Further information can be obtained by contacting Steven Minter, HR Business Partner on 02 9581 7783.