Solicitor

A Solicitor represents a client in legal proceedings. You might liaise with clients and provide legal advice or guidance. Solicitors may prepare for court proceedings and conduct inquiries and investigations on behalf of their client. You might prepare legal documents and appear in court cases.

Solicitors should have strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. You’ll need to be a good communicator and be able to liaise with clients from a range of backgrounds. Solicitors must be able to manage their time well and work on several cases at one time. You’ll need to be able to follow correct procedures and work as part of a team.

Future demand High
Average yearly income $114,140
Skill level Unknown

How do I become a solicitor?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced

Bachelor of Laws

Blended, On Campus, Online
3 - 4 years
$0 - $136,320
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Master of Laws

Blended, On Campus, Online
8 - 24 months
$0 - $65,760
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

Blended, On Campus
3 - 4 years
$0 - $67,968
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Laws (Graduate Entry)

Blended, On Campus
3 years
$0 - $55,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Bachelor of Commerce/Bachelor of Laws

Blended, On Campus
4 - 5 years
$72,380 - $187,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Corporate Lawyer Lawyer Legal Advisor Solicitor + 1 more

Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws

Blended, On Campus
5 years
$0 - $162,000
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 2 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Barrister Diplomat Solicitor Community Lawyer Lawyer + 2 more

Bachelor of Laws (Honours) (Graduate Entry)

On Campus
3 - 4 years
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice

Blended, On Campus, Online
8 - 24 months
$10,960 - $14,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Barrister Lawyer Legal Aid Lawyer Solicitor + 1 more

Bachelor of Psychological Science/Bachelor of Laws

On Campus
42 months
$63,160 - $187,440
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Barrister In House Counsel Solicitor Family Lawyer + 1 more

Bachelor of Laws (Honours)/Bachelor of Business

Blended, On Campus
5 years
$0 - $72,395
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
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