Thanks to the generous support from our sponsors, UTS Law Students’ Society is able to facilitate enriching law school experiences for our members.
These are the firms that make UTS Law Students’ Society possible. We aim to create a balanced university experience for our members, and in doing so, we help students transition from an academic environment to a career in the legal industry. If your company is interested in engaging with bright and promising law students, please reach out to our Vice-President (Sponsorships), Chloe Ferreira, at vps@utslss.com.
Johnson Winter Slattery (JWS) is a leading Australian law firm. We advise corporates and funds on their most complex transactions, disputes and regulatory matters.
We build long-term relationships with our clients by understanding their businesses and industries. Clients describe us as pragmatic, strategic, commercial and easy to work with.
“They produce very high-calibre work and we are especially comfortable working with them on anything complex.” (Client Quote, Chambers & Partner)
“JWS’ real strength is their collaborative, commercially informed approach.” (Client Quote, Legal 500)
Our firm has more than 500 people, including more than 80 partners across Sydney, Melbourne, Perth, Adelaide, Brisbane and Canberra. We are globally connected and work closely with leading independent law firms around the world on cross-border matters.
Our work is consistently recognised by clients and the market, including:
- Australian Law Firm of the Year – Beaton Client Choice Awards (2025)
- Technology, Media & Telecom M&A Legal Adviser of the Year – Mergermarket M&A Awards Australia (2023)
- Energy Law Firm of the Year – Best Lawyers (2023)
We are committed to social justice and responsible business. Our pro bono program focuses on supporting low income, disadvantaged and marginalised people across Australia.
At Ashurst Perkins Coie, one of the world’s leading global law firms, we’re here to do more than keep pace; we’re here to champion new ideas and to innovate. To deeply understand our clients’ needs and to help them realise their ambitions too. To see what others can’t – to go beyond the ordinary – and find solutions that create a better future for our clients and our communities. For over 200 years, we have advised corporates, financial institutions and governments on their most complex transactions, disputes and projects.
Our people are our greatest asset. We share a strong desire to succeed and bring together lawyers of the highest calibre with the expertise, industry experience and regional know-how to provide the incisive advice our clients need.
Our passion for quality, our ability to think differently, and deliver through collaboration are the values we live by. They underpin the solutions we deliver, the experiences we create, and the broader impact we have in the world.
Inclusion, Diversity & Belonging are an integral part of who we are as a firm and why our culture is unique. By valuing differences and creating a safe space for colleagues to be themselves and thrive in their careers, we ensure our people experience a sense of belonging.
At Ashurst Perkins Coie, students and graduates have the opportunity to start developing their career from day one. They work alongside our industry experts to solve problems for leading international clients, using creativity and diligence.
We’re Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, one of the world’s leading international law firms.
Join us and you’ll be at the centre of high-profile cases, high impact deals and you’ll grow from new experiences every day.
With over 26 offices spanning Asia, Europe, Australasia, and the Middle East, careers at Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer offer our graduates the opportunity to experience being part of a truly global law firm. Working with some of the most significant organisations in the world, opportunities to have social impact, and learning from our world-class team every day will enable you to create solid foundations on which to build your career in law. We’re proud to say that we put people first. Our firm is built on a diverse culture, reflective of the societies in which we live and work. That’s why inclusivity is key to our success. At Herbert Smith Freehills Kramer, you’ll be valued for what makes you different and accepted for who you are. We recognise the power of diversity and inclusion to drive innovation, collaboration and business outcomes. So, whether it’s working on the latest advancements in digital law, taking part in some of the biggest mergers and acquisitions around, or helping people through our extensive pro bono work – you’ll develop the skills to solve the most complex challenges in thoughtful and innovative ways.
HWL Ebsworth is a full-service commercial law firm providing expert legal services at competitive rates, focusing on client outcomes.
Through our combination of legal specialists and industry experience, HWLE has established a reputation as a legal service provider of choice for organisations across Australia and internationally. We are currently ranked as the largest legal partnership in Australia according to the most recent partnership surveys published by The Australian and the Australian Financial Review.
The firm comprises 1,600+ staff including 270+ partners across offices in nine locations: Adelaide, Brisbane, Canberra, Darwin, Hobart, Melbourne, Norwest (North West Sydney), Perth and Sydney.
Our mix of clientele provides junior staff with unparalleled opportunities to take on responsibility and work on a variety of matters, from mum & dad businesses through to ASX listed companies. With the lowest ratio of solicitors to partners of any Australian law firm, you’ll have clear career progression pathways and the opportunity to take on more responsibility, sooner.
Life is full of choices.
Where you choose to build your career matters. Joining us at Hall & Wilcox isn’t just a good
decision; it’s the smarter choice.
Working with us, you’ll get the right mix of everything. By choosing to work with us, you’re choosing
to surround yourself with great people doing interesting and challenging work for great clients. You’re choosing a supportive and collaborative culture where you won’t just grow, you’ll thrive.
You’re choosing to join a firm where everyone, from our lawyers to our corporate services
professionals, takes the time to listen and understand. That’s how we can do the smarter thinking
that empowers us to create smarter solutions. That’s how we practice Smarter Law.
You’re choosing to join an independent Australian law firm with bold ambitions. We’ve been
growing steadily over the past 100 years and rapidly over the past 10, so now is a time of great
opportunity and growth.
By joining us, you’re joining a firm where we: Put people first; Do great work, smarter; and Thrive
together.
Are you ready to make the smarter choice? Smarter starts here. Come and thrive with us.
Think Global, Think Baker McKenzie!
Baker McKenzie invented the global law firm – so we’re different in the way we think, work and behave. Our story is one of imagination, determination and hard work. We’ve followed clients into new markets, establishing offices driven by local lawyers and talent. And our growth has been organic, giving us a strong, common culture throughout our network of 72 offices in 45 countries.
Our unique culture, developed over 77 years, enables our 13,000+ people to understand local markets and navigate multiple jurisdictions, working together as trusted colleagues and friends to instil confidence in our clients. We also understand the challenges of the global economy because we’ve been a global law firm from the start.
Our People Experience, a key component of our strategy, is about delivering the best employee experience to enable one high-performing, global team to serve our clients. We offer our people access to market-leading, cross-border, local, and industry-focused matters for leading multinational/domestic clients. We understand our clients’ businesses, industries and strategic objectives and work with them to overcome the challenges of competing in the global economy. We have an unrivalled ability to provide training and secondment opportunities across our global network, and are committed to engaging with our communities too. Inclusion, diversity and equity are foundational to our culture and strategic vision – and we have an inclusive culture of learning, coaching and opportunity, where you undertake work in small teams across multiple geographies with clients and colleagues.
K&L Gates Clerkship Program
K&L Gates is unlike many other global legal firms, we operate a fully integrated law firm with one central financial system, IT network and global practice groups and support teams.
On your first day, you will participate in a comprehensive induction to help you get acquainted with the firm and our IT systems. Your learning does not stop there. Throughout the clerkship program, you will attend additional training sessions to further develop your skills.
You will not be navigating this journey alone. Your supervisor and buddy will be there to support you as you participate in your two structured rotations across our core practice areas. You will also have the chance to collaborate closely with partners, special counsel, senior associates, and other lawyers within your team, offering you a fantastic opportunity to build strong professional relationships both within your
immediate team and across the wider firm network.
At K&L Gates, we foster a collaborative culture where growth and development are encouraged. We are also deeply committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued. We are excited for you to join us and look forward to supporting you every step of the way.
Life at K&L Gates
Clerks will have the chance to get involved in a diverse range of real client work, everything from attending mediations and conferences to drafting research memos and engaging in pro bono projects. There is a calendar full of social and networking activities to help you connect with colleagues.
For those looking to truly stand out, we encourage you to approach each task with enthusiasm and a genuine willingness to learn. Practice Groups also play a big part in fostering a welcoming atmosphere by including clerks in their own social gatherings. You will find that lawyers throughout the firm are always happy to grab a coffee and chat with clerks, creating a supportive and friendly environment.
On the community side, we strongly encourage our lawyers to engage in pro bono legal representation and to get involved in charitable, educational, professional, and community activities. Clerks may also have the chance to participate in these meaningful initiatives which can be a rewarding aspect of the program.
In Australia we have an established Innovation Committee that brings together people from across all areas of our firm. We undertake reviews of best practice innovation globally, and oversee pilots and roll-outs of new technology, regular training and testing new ideas as they are launched.
We are proud members of the Diversity Council of Australia, Pride in Diversity, Asian Australian Lawyers Association and Victorian Women Lawyers.
The Application Process
Applications for our clerkship program are completed online via our website.
Applications are open from 10 June to 12 July 2026
K&L Website link : Australia Clerkships | Careers | K&L Gates
UTS Practical Legal Training (PLT)
The UTS Faculty of Law offers a flexible and practical PLT program which is open to all Law students who seek to be admitted as a lawyer to the Supreme Court of New South Wales. By doing PLT at UTS you will be taught by experienced clinical practitioners who will guide you in this crucial stage of your professional development. PLT is offered across Autumn, Spring and Summer sessions and can be taken full or part time, depending on your capacity! UTS students may benefit from a 10% alumni discount on fees and all LLB or JD students will be granted 6cp of Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL).