Graduates & Clerkship Intake

HHG Graduate program.

At HHG Legal Group, our Graduate Program is designed to give you a strong, practical foundation for a long-term legal career.

From the outset, you will gain exposure to a range of practice areas, work directly with clients and contribute meaningfully to matters. Structured training, mentoring and consistent feedback support your development, while real responsibility helps you build confidence and capability.

Grounded in our values of excellence, trust, care and innovation, the program offers a collaborative environment where you are encouraged to think commercially, act with integrity and grow into a well-rounded legal practitioner.

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Graduate Application.

Applications are open to final-year law students and recent graduates. Selection based on academic achievement, extracurricular activities, and alignment with HHG values.

Expressions of Interest are open all year with an annual intake of four positions, and placements are available in Perth, Mandurah, Bunbury & Albany offices. We encourage early interest and often offer contracts 6-12 months from the completion of final year. Our graduate program is a 12-month fixed contract.

Should the applicant not know which area of law they would like to work in we offer the following rotations:

Family and De Facto Law
Wills & Estates Planning, Probate
Commercial Litigation and Commercial Law
Criminal
Employment
Agriculture

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Program Timeline.

Month 1: Induction & Onboarding
Months 2-4: Rotations Across Practice Areas
Months 5-6: Business & Commercial Exposure
Months 7-9: Building Independence
Months 10-12: Leadership & Future Readiness

As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, graduates will have the opportunity to engage with our AI and legal technology initiatives, preparing them for the future of legal practice.

Make the right move for your career.

Visit our portal to find out how to join our Graduate Program.

What’s in the program?

Tailored Training & Support

We recognise that each graduate’s journey is unique. Our program offers:

Comprehensive induction program: with ongoing legal and business skills training.
Mentorship: Pairing graduates with experienced practitioners who provide guidance, feedback, and support.
Professional Development: Access to workshops, seminars, and courses tailored to individual career goals.
Continuous Feedback: Regular evaluations to ensure personal and professional growth.

AI and Innovation Focus

As part of our commitment to continuous improvement, graduates will have the opportunity to engage with our AI and legal technology initiatives, preparing them for the future of legal practice.

Cultural and Values Integration

Our graduate program is built on HHG Legal Group’s core values – Excellence, Trust & Care.

Teamwork: Collaborative and supportive environment.
Client focus: Delivering value-driven solutions.
Respect: Embracing diversity in thinking and experience.
Integrity: Maintaining the highest ethical standards.
Continuous improvement: Encouraging learning and innovation.
Fun: Enjoying our work and fostering a positive atmosphere.

By combining elements from leading Australian law firms with HHG Legal Group’s unique culture and focus on innovation, our graduate program offers a dynamic and rewarding start to your legal career. We are committed to nurturing the next generation of legal professionals who will shape the future of law in Western Australia and beyond.

Clerkships.

Our clerkship program (internship) offers a unique opportunity for aspiring lawyers to gain meaningful, hands-on experience within a leading law firm.

As a clerk, you’ll be immersed in real legal work, guided by experienced mentors, and given genuine insight into our people, culture and practice areas. This program is designed to support your professional growth and help you understand what it truly means to build a career in law.

The program runs for six weeks in the following seasons:

Summer – November & December

Winter – June & July

Application for Clerkships is open all year round and can be made via our Careers Portal.

Importantly, our clerks are given priority consideration when we make decisions about graduate placements for the following year.

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Law Week. A Day in the Life of a Lawyer.

Each year, HHG Legal Group hosts A Day in the Life of a Lawyer, an informative session designed for aspiring lawyers and emerging legal professionals seeking a clearer understanding of life in practice.

The event features a panel of practitioners at different stages of their careers, from recent graduates to experienced lawyers, who share practical insights into daily work, career development and the realities of the profession.

Attendees gain the opportunity to ask questions and better understand the pathways available after completing a law degree.

This event is presented annually in collaboration with the Law Society of Western Australia as part of Law Week.