Our Graduate Program is designed to provide law graduates with a strong foundation for a successful and fulfilling legal career. 

In Victoria, law graduates must complete either Supervised Legal Training (SLT) or Practical Legal Training (PLT) to be eligible for admission to legal practice.

By offering supervised legal training within our firm and also covering your cost of an external PLT course, BJT Legal provides graduates with:

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• Comprehensive preparation for admission: Combining real-world experience with structured external training ensures all competency areas required by the Legal Profession Uniform Admission Rules are covered.
   

• Practical, hands-on experience: Graduates benefit from day-to-day legal work under supervision, with ongoing support to help them develop core legal skills in a real environment.  Graduates have access to a variety of practice areas at BJT Legal, exceeding opportunities offered by PLT alone.
   

• Professional development support: Funding PLT demonstrates our investment in our future lawyers, supporting their development both academically and practically. 
   

• Mentoring and support: Graduates work alongside and have direct access at all times to experienced lawyers and directors, including accredited specialists. We offer tailored mentoring with a director to support your transition from study to practice.
   

• Stronger graduate outcomes: The dual approach helps ensure graduates meet both the technical and ethical standards for admission whilst expanding their peer network, giving them a stronger start in practice. 

 

We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where graduates are encouraged to grow, contribute meaningfully, and build lasting careers within the firm.
 

Guidelines for Applying 

We welcome applications from motivated and capable law students who are seeking to gain practical experience within a dynamic and supportive legal environment. To assist you in preparing a strong application, please review the following guidelines:
 

1. Eligibility

Applicants must have completed or be in the final stages of completing their law degree. A strong academic record, sound legal reasoning, and a genuine interest in private legal practice are essential.

 

2. How to apply
Your application should include:​

• A cover letter outlining your interest in our firm, your motivation for applying whilst also highlighting areas of particular interest 

• A current resume detailing academic, work, and extracurricular achievements

• A copy of your most recent academic transcript (official or unofficial)

3. Application Timeframes
Applications for graduate positions for 2026 can be submitted after 1 March 2025. Start dates are negotiable having regard to the applicant’s course completion.

 

4. Submission Process
Applications must be submitted via email careers@bjtlegal.com.au and addressed to the Managing Director.

 

5. Interview Process
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend an interview. This is an opportunity to discuss your interest in the Graduate program, your legal aspirations, and how you see yourself contributing to the firm. You may also be asked about previous experience and relevant legal knowledge.