Melbourne - Law Graduate Program 2026

Join to apply for the Melbourne - Law Graduate Program 2026 role at Dentons

1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Melbourne - Law Graduate Program 2026 role at Dentons

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

Dentons Melbourne Law Graduate Development Program. Applications Now Open

Dentons is offering ambitious and passionate final year law students, the opportunity to join our Melbourne 2026 Graduate Development Program (GDP) – a unique and supportive pathway designed to accelerate your growth and set the foundation for a successful legal career.

Our GDP offers so much more than just a job – it's a chance to develop your expertise, build meaningful connections, and work alongside some of the top legal professionals in the industry.

What You Can Expect:

• Permanent full-time position from day one
• Two six-month rotations across different practice groups, (with the option for a third rotation)
• Permanent placement in a practice group after your first year
• A tailored learning and development program to grow your technical and professional skills
• Opportunities to travel interstate and collaborate with our national graduate cohort
• Work closely with award-winning Partners and high-performing teams
• Early access to community and pro bono work
• Full PLT reimbursement (subject to terms and conditions as per our policy)
• Enjoy extra bonus leave, financial incentives, and a strong wellbeing focus

At Dentons, you're not just starting a job – you're joining a global firm that's committed to helping you thrive in your legal career.

As part of the GDP, you'll have the opportunity to nominate a preferred practice group. While placements are subject to business needs, we'll do our best to accommodate your interests. In Melbourne, our practice areas include:

• Banking and Finance
• Corporate
• Employment and Safety
• Intellectual Property and Technology
• Recovery and Restructuring

Who We're Looking For:

To be eligible, you must complete your law degree by the end of 2025 and successfully graduate. You will be available to commence full-time employment in early 2026.

We're looking for talented individuals who are:

• Ambitious, hardworking, and enthusiastic
• Excellent academic record
• Great communicators and team players
• Motivated to build a long-term legal career
• Previous experience in the legal industry (advantageous but not essential)

Key Dates – 2026 GDP Recruitment Timeline (Melbourne)

• Thursday 7th August – Applications open
• Wednesday 20th August – Applications close at 11:59PM
• Wednesday 3rd September - Information and networking session
• Monday 8th September – Interviews commence
• Tuesday 30th September – Offers made from 10:00AM
• Wednesday 1st October – Offers must be accepted/declined by 10:00AM

Apply today via the application link with your cover letter, CV, and academic transcripts.

Please note that your application will be deemed incomplete if you have not attached all these documents and will therefore be disqualified from consideration. Please check that you have attached all documents correctly. Applications sent via email will not be considered.

Take the first step toward a rewarding legal career at Dentons.

Redefining possibilities. Together, everywhere

Why Dentons

Dentons Australia offers a wide range of incentives aimed at embracing your authenticity, providing purpose, and strengthening your ongoing development.

We offer:

• Equitable salary packaging, incentive pay and rewards
• Salary continuous insurance (for permanent employees or employees on a 6 month or more maximum term contract basis)
• Salary sacrificing and novated leases
• 5 days Bonus Leave per year after 12 months of service
• Additional leave options
• Equal family leave for all genders (including kinship groups)
• Floating public holidays for days of cultural significance
• Offices designed for collaboration on Gadigal, Naarm, Yuggera, Kaurna and Whadjuk land
• Generous health and wellbeing programs
• Agile and flexible working for all
• Social and diversity networks providing year-round events
• Opportunities to undertake pro-bono legal work

Diversity, Equality & Inclusion

Embedded in our people is a passion to help others through the delivery of justice. It is through this that our commitment to inclusion, equity, and reconciliation has evolved. We are proud to say that by design, we have no single headquarters or dominant national culture, this means the unique perspectives, experiences, and identities of our people come together globally under one purpose to create an inclusive and accessible environment where anyone can thrive.

Please apply online with your CV, Cover Letter, and academic transcripts. If you have questions beforehand, please email our recruitment team at recruitment.au@dentons.com. Enquiries only please, applications will not be accepted by email.

Agency Submissions

Dentons does not accept agency submissions unless the agency is specifically contacted by a member of the Recruitment Team. Please do not forward candidate profiles or resumes to partners, hiring managers or other employees - this will not constitute an introduction to the firm and Dentons will not be liable for a fee.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelEntry level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionLegal
• IndustriesLaw Practice and Legal Services

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Dentons by 2x

Get notified about new Law Specialist jobs in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia.

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$72,500.00-A$72,500.00 4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia A$110,000.00-A$125,000.00 3 weeks ago

Superannuation Administrator (Family Law)Tenancy Lawyer/Advocate (3 days per week)

Frankston, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Law Grads & Students: Join an Innovative Tech Company - Help 1000s of Businesses

Cremorne, Victoria, Australia 4 months ago

Expressions of Interest - Lawyer OpportunitiesWills and Estates Lawyer (2-3 years PAE)

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 12 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 19 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks ago

Youth Lawyer, Educator (w/ Relocation Assistance)

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 9 hours ago

Junior IP Lawyer/ Brand Protection SpecialistPartner and Special Counsel Roles. Various Firms. Exclusive Roles

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 8 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 6 days ago

Public Law - Lawyer/Associate/Senior Associate

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 5 months ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 month ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks ago

Docklands, Victoria, Australia 20 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 months ago

We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr

---