The Careers Team

JATL hosts a variety of unique and exciting careers events each year, all with a social justice focus. These events provide an opportunity for law students to network with legal professionals who have contributed to areas of social justice and law reform.

Whether students are interested in finding more about pro bono opportunities within their degree or are looking for assistance with their first steps into the legal world, the careers team is dedicated to providing information and support to help students find a rewarding and meaningful career in the legal industry. Join us at our events to learn more!

JATL’s careers events include:

• Beyond Eagle Street Drinks, which aims to expose students to the various career opportunities a law degree can offer, including work within Community Legal Centres, regional areas, mid-tier and boutique firms, academia, and government agencies;

• Law Beyond the Border, which introduces students to legal professionals who work in international law and diplomacy; and

• Wigs at the Bar, our premier cocktail event where law students have the opportunity to converse with eminent barristers, judges and judge’s associates.

The Careers Team also publishes the Beyond Eagle Street Careers Guide each year, to open students’ eyes to the vast array of high-impact career paths available to them. For example, the guide highlights career options in policy-making, academia and community legal centres.

If you have any questions about the Careers portfolio, please feel free to reach out to Tamika Dalby at vpcareers@jatl.org or to our Careers Officers at careersofficers@jatl.org.