At DBH Lawyers, we’re motivated to make a difference in people’s lives when they need a lawyer. Just as we’re there for our clients, we’re also supportive of each other.
Our culture is shaped by our values, which guide how we work with our clients, our colleagues and the wider community. We are:
- Approachable
- Act with integrity
- Adaptable
- Results‑focused
About the Clerkship
A Summer Clerkship at DBH Lawyers will provide you with experience within our Personal Injury, Family, Commercial and Wills & Estates departments to help you decide which path is right for you.
Based in Adelaide, this paid, full-time, four-week clerkship offers practical, hands-on experience, including court attendance, client meetings and potential visits to our suburban office. You will be supported by experienced professionals who are invested in developing your skills, confidence and
professional network.
About You
We are looking for penultimate or final‑year law students and recent graduates who are motivated and ready to take on the challenge of working in a fast-paced law firm.
You will bring strong interpersonal skills, a willingness to take initiative and an openness to feedback as you continue to develop professionally. If you are adaptable, act with integrity, enjoy working collaboratively and are focused on achieving meaningful results, we would love to hear from you.
What We Offer
At DBH Lawyers, you’ll be part of a well‑recognised and respected firm. We offer:
- Exposure to multiple practice areas
- Professional development and mentoring opportunities
- Participation in community initiatives
- An inclusive and supportive workplace culture
- Social events and opportunities to build professional networks
DBH Lawyers is one of Adelaide’s most recognised and successful law firms with offices located in the CBD and metropolitan areas. We specialise in the areas of Personal Injury, Commercial, Wills & Estates and Family Law. We are well placed within the Adelaide legal scene and consistently appear in the prestigious Doyle’s Guide for both Leading Lawyers and Leading Firms in SA.
Key Dates
Applications open: 22 June 2026
Application close: 17 July 2026
Interviews commence from: 6 August 2026
Offers made from: 31 August 2026
Clerkship Dates from: January 2027
Apply Now
Penultimate or final year law students can apply. Please submit the following documents:
- Resume
- Cover Letter telling us why you want to work with DBH Lawyers (max. 1 page)
- Current academic transcript
Only selected candidates will be contacted and invited to attend an interview process.
The successful candidates will be required to provide a valid National Police Certificate (NPC).
Confidential enquiries can be directed to the HR Manager via careers@dbh.com.au.
Applications submitted by recruitment agencies will not be accepted and only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
At DBH Lawyers, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We value and celebrate the diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives of our team and are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful and supportive workplace for all.
