Law Clerk | Brisbane – Expression of Interest

At McInnes Wilson Lawyers, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative environment where our people can thrive. As a leading Australian law firm, we are committed to excellence in everything we do and to developing the next generation of legal professionals. 

The Opportunity 

We are currently seeking expressions of interest from motivated and high-performing Law Students who are looking to gain practical legal experience while completing their studies. 

This is a casual opportunity designed to complement your university commitments, with successful candidates available to work a minimum of three days per week. Opportunities may arise across a variety of practice groups and business units within the firm, providing valuable exposure to different areas of law and legal practice. 

As a Law Clerk at McInnes Wilson Lawyers, you will become part of a supportive and collaborative team, receive on-the-job training, and have the opportunity to learn from experienced Solicitors, Senior Associates, Special Counsel and Principals. You’ll gain hands-on experience and develop the practical skills needed to build a successful legal career. 

Who We Are Seeking 

We’re looking for enthusiastic and driven law students currently studying towards a Bachelor of Laws who are eager to apply their academic knowledge in a professional environment. 

To be successful, you will demonstrate: 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities 
• A high level of attention to detail 
• Strong organisational and time-management skills 
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively 
• Initiative, curiosity and a willingness to learn 
• A professional and client-focused approach 

What You Will Be Doing 

Depending on the practice area and business unit, your responsibilities may include: 

• Assisting solicitors and legal teams with a range of legal matters 
• Conducting legal research and preparing summaries and reports 
• Drafting legal correspondence and court-related documents 
• Assisting with file management and matter administration 
• Preparing briefs and supporting documentation 
• Attending client meetings, conferences, mediations and court proceedings where appropriate 
• Communicating with clients and other stakeholders via phone, email and in person 
• Providing general support to legal practitioners in the conduct of their matters 

Why Join McInnes Wilson Lawyers? 

At McInnes Wilson Lawyers, we are passionate about supporting emerging legal talent. This is an opportunity to gain meaningful legal experience, build your professional network, and work alongside experienced practitioners in a firm that values collaboration, development and excellence. 

If you are a motivated law student looking to take the next step in your legal career, we’d love to hear from you. 

About Us 

McInnes Wilson is a leading independent full-service firm with offices in Brisbane, Sydney, Melbourne, Adelaide, Canberra and Maroochydore. The firm has approximately 60 principals and over 400 staff nationally. We pride ourselves on delivering high quality outcomes for our valued clients whilst being recognised as a positive, collegiate place to work. We believe in our people and trust them with our brand.  

All applicants should note that the successful candidate will be required to undergo background screening including reference checks and police checks. 

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our firm. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals who represent the communities in which we live and work. We encourage people from all backgrounds to join us; we are committed to providing an equitable recruitment experience for all candidates.