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We are now accepting applications for a Law Graduate role at Burch&Co. This position offers a unique opportunity for growth and development within the legal profession.
The successful candidate will be supported in their journey to become qualified lawyers through 3 x four-month rotations in each of our main practice group areas (Commercial, Dispute Resolution & Litigation and Corporate).
This position will be a 12-month fixed term contract and is key to the continued success of our firm, ensuring we have adequate support across our practice areas.
About us:
Located at The Commons, 55 Collins Street, we are a team of smart, fun, and bright individuals. Led by Director Nich Burch, an esteemed commercial lawyer, we believe in creating a better legal experience. Recognised as a finalist in the Women’s Law Awards Diversity Law Firm of the Year and one of BRW’s fastest-growing firms, we work across diverse sectors, always aiming to be positive and straightforward in all that we do. Founded 10 years ago, our firm has grown into a community of almost 1500 inspiring members. In summary, we genuinely care – about each other, our community, and the law.
Key Details:
Position: Law Graduate
Start date: February 2027
PLT Support:
As part of our commitment to the growth of the successful candidate, Burch&Co will absorb the outsourced Practical Legal Training (PLT) fees on the condition that the candidate remains employed by the firm for a minimum of two years after admission to practise.
Why Burch&Co?
We genuinely believe our team and clients are what sets the experience of working at Burch&Co apart. We love what we do and who we work with. We think that you will too.
Additional benefits include a tailored KPI and professional growth program, bottomless coffee (and beer/cider on tap), genuine flexible working arrangements, balanced team face time, performance psychology support and a variety of other perks designed to enhance your work and personal life .
Application Process
To apply, please send your resume, a cover letter and your academic transcript to Millie Quinlan (contact@burchcolawyers.com.au) by 30 September 2026. Please include the following information in your cover letter:
- Why you wish to apply for the role;
- Your legal career aspirations;
- In one word, how you would like to be known as a lawyer?; and
- Two key things that you have learned about yourself or your desire to be admitted as a lawyer during your legal training to date.
If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to reach out.
