Careers at OSD

O'Sullivan Davies Lawyers offers a wide range of opportunities including careers in Law, administration, finance, management and consultancy.

We understand that our employees are as important as our clients and our philosophy for service for both is the same.

Our employees are highly valued which is evident by their contributions being welcomed, and as a result have direct impact on the decision making process of our policies and procedures.

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Why work at OSD?

O'Sullivan Davies is located in the Perth CBD and accommodates a modern work environment with an evolving advanced technological structure.

We pride ourselves in that we are amongst Perth's finest Family Law Specialists.

We understand that everyone has a path and therefore and offering you flexibility in the handling of your career will be paramount to your choice to work for OSD. The natural progression from student to clerk, graduate, lawyer, senior associate and partner depending on your abilities and contribution can be different for each individual. You may wish to take time off to do further study, peruse a dream to go on safari. What ever it is OSD will ensure that all reasonable steps are taken to ensure your chosen path is fulfilled.

Graduates and Clerkships

OSD are proud to advise that we thrive on constantly challenging our existing learning environment by the introduction of highly skilled clerks and graduates.

We have a high success rate of clerkship applicants becoming graduates and fulfilling a long-term career in Family Law with OSD.

During your clerkship you will experience life at OSD first hand. Our Clerkship program will actively engage you in dealing with our diverse base of Clients, allowing you to become the face of OSD.

To register your interest in Clerkship or Graduate Programs, please email your cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and your academic transcripts to our Careers Department.

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Whilst the Vacation Clerkship is an integral part of the graduate recruitment process, we will accept articled clerkship applications from those who have not clerked at OSD.

Vacation Clerkships

Winter Clerkships 2010 - Important Dates:

Applications open: Monday, 15 February 2010

Applications close: Friday, 26 March 2010

Applications will be reviewed, interviews scheduled and held between Monday, 29 March 2010 and Friday, 23 April 2010. We will make offers to successful applicants after 9am on Wednesday, 28 April 2010 and we will hold them open for two (2) hours.

Summer Clerkships 2010/2011 - Important Dates:

Applications open: Monday, 9 August 2010

Applications close: Friday, 20 August 2010

Applications will be reviewed, interviews scheduled and held between Monday, 23 August 2010 and Friday, 24 September 2010. We will make offers to successful applicants after 9am on Wednesday, 29 September 2010 and we will hold them open for two (2) hours.

Articled Clerkships

Articled Clerkship 2011 - Important Dates:

Applications open: Monday, 5 July 2010

Applications close: Friday, 6 August 2010

Applications will be reviewed, interviews scheduled and held between Monday, 9 August 2010 and Friday, 3 September 2010. We will make offers to successful applicants after 9am on Wednesday, 8 September 2010 and we will hold them open until 5:00 pm on Thursday, 9 September 2010.

Training & Development

"Continuous Effort not strength or intelligence – is the key to unlocking our potential."
Liane Cardes

"Laws and Institutions must go hand in hand with the progress of the human mind"
Sir Francis Bacon

The firm has a strong commitment to the continual professional development of our employees. In addition to external CPD and educational training events provided, our internal training schedule has been accredited by the Legal Practice Board committee and therefore contributes towards your CPD requirements.

During these events you will have the chance to mingle with some of the largest names in the industry.

CPD Training Schedule

Current Vacancies

Job Title: Lawyer 2PQE

Type: Full Time

The Position:

will involve extensive Court Work
will deal with a diverse range of family law issues both in WA, around Australia and Overseas.

The Applicant:

will have studied Family Law at University
may have court experience.

Excellent remuneration will be awarded to the successful applicant.

Experience in family law is preferred. Please note applications from Law Graduates will not be considered.

In order to apply for this position you must be legally authorised to work in Western Australia on a permanent basis.

Please email your cover letter, Curriculum Vitae, and your most recent academic transcript to our Careers Department.