Real People.
Difficult Work.
Done Well.
At Donaldson Law we know that the work we do is heavy. Our clients have experienced abuse, institutional betrayal, Defence related harm or serious violations of their personal integrity.
We are building a practice where lawyers and support staff can do this work to a high standard with proper structure, realistic expectations and a genuinely supportive team. No heroics. No martyrdom. Just careful work that makes a real difference.
Whether you are an experienced practitioner looking for a more sustainable way to practise or an early career professional who wants to build skills in a specialist area we would like to hear from you.
Why Work At DL
We have built a firm where
- you work on meaningful, complex matters rather than high volume minor claims
- you are part of a small team on each file so you are never carrying a matter alone
- trauma informed practice is built into the way we run matters not treated as an optional extra
- systems, precedents and processes support you so you can focus on thinking rather than fighting chaos
We know good work comes from people who feel safe, respected and properly supported. That is why we invest in mentoring, thoughtful workloads, professional development and a culture that values both excellence and wellbeing.
Current Vacancies
Interested in working at Donaldson Law?
This section will list current opportunities when we are actively recruiting so feel free to check back. If there are no roles advertised you can still let us know you are interested in joining the team.
We don’t have any vacancies at the moment, check back later!
Standing Expression Of Interest
We are always open to hearing from people who feel drawn to this work and who understand both its importance and its impact.
We particularly welcome expressions of interest from:
- lawyers with experience in abuse law, institutional claims, civil litigation or related compensation work
- practitioners with Defence, ADF or DVA backgrounds who want to focus on entitlements and abuse matters
- paralegals and legal support professionals who are organised, steady under pressure and comfortable working with sensitive material
- intake and client support staff who can combine warmth with clear boundaries
- law students or graduates who are thoughtful, detail focussed and interested in building a career in this specialist area
If this sounds like you you can submit an expression of interest outlining your experience, the kind of role you are seeking and why this area of practice appeals to you.
Meet the People Behind the Practice
Our work is team based. Every client matter has more than one person involved so knowledge is shared and no one is left managing difficult work in isolation.
You will be joining colleagues who are serious about legal excellence and equally serious about treating each other with respect. We value clear communication, steady follow through and a willingness to support one another on the harder days.
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Not Your Average Legal Workplace!
The work we do is demanding. We are honest about that. We are also honest about what we offer in return.
At Donaldson Law you will find
- realistic expectations about hours and availability
- leadership that understands vicarious trauma and sets boundaries accordingly
- openness to flexible work arrangements where the role allows
- space to grow as a specialist rather than a generalist
If you want to do serious work in abuse, ADF and integrity matters in a way that is sustainable we would like to talk.