Pro Bono Junior Lawyer
We are looking for a Pro bono Junior Lawyer for a 12 month contract role, who will be seconded to a pro bono organisation based in Perth, Western Australia.
At a glance
Organisation:
Ashurst
Type:
Full-time
Location:
Perth, Australia
Job posted:
8 May 2026
Key Responsibilities
We are looking for a Pro bono Junior Lawyer for a 12 month contract role, who will be seconded to a pro bono organisation based in Perth, Western Australia, as part of Ashurst's ongoing pro bono commitments. Pro bono is a stand-alone legal practice that works to deliver in quality legal services for Ashurst's pro bono clients, provided in accordance with our established pro bono criteria, which is the provision of legal assistance free of charge:
- to disadvantaged and marginalised people of limited means;
- to non-profit organisations and social enterprises assisting people who are disadvantaged and marginalised; and
- in matters for the public good of broad public or community concern.
The Successful Candidate
- Been admitted as a lawyer of the Supreme Court of Western Australia.
- A passion for pro bono/social justice and supporting people facing marginalisation, disadvantage and financial hardship.
- Worked closely with social workers, support workers and other services to provide holistic and wrap-round services for clients.
- Methodical approach, with high levels of attention to detail, providing work that is quality checked and complete.
- An ability to communicate complex matters to people experiencing mental illness and other complex challenges in a clear and effective manner using plain English (both verbally and written).
- Empathetic and thorough interpersonal and client care skills.
- Demonstrates flexibility and willing to adjust priorities or working hours when necessary.
- Good level of technical ability in MS Office, including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.