Clerkships
UNIFORM CLERKSHIP SCHEME
Real experience, real clients, and genuine mentorship
Our clerkship programme gives you hands-on learning in a firm that values people as much as the law.
Dates for 2026
Applications open: Monday 22 June 9am.
Applications close: Friday 17 July 5pm
Offers made Monday 31 August 9am
Offers accepted/declined by Wednesday 2 September 10am
Clerkship dates 23 November to 18 December 2026
Your Growth Is Our Priority
At Kelly Kelly Legal, we do things a little differently. When you join us as a clerk, you are part of the team from day one. You will learn directly from lawyers who take the time to explain, involve, and encourage you.
Our firm is proudly regional, which means your work connects directly to people and communities. You will see how the law applies in real life and why relationships matter just as much as legislation.
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for students who bring curiosity, empathy, and a genuine interest in people. If you want to see how the law works beyond textbooks and are open to building a meaningful career in regional South Australia, we would love to meet you.
You do not need to have everything figured out. You just need to care about doing good work, learning fast, and helping people along the way.
Living Our Values
Our work and culture are grounded in clear, human values. We listen before we act. We do what we say we will do. We look after people and look for better ways to help.
These values guide how we serve our clients and how we support one another. They shape the experience you will have as a clerk here: genuine, collaborative, and built on mutual respect.
Sam’s Story
Why Regional Matters
Working in a regional firm gives you breadth, not just depth. You will see a wide range of matters, develop strong client relationships, and experience a connected community.
Our clerks often tell us it is one of the most rewarding experiences of their studies, and that it gives them a clearer sense of direction for their legal career.
Voices From Our Clerks
“I learned more here than I did in my entire degree. Everything clicked when I started applying it to real people.”
“The mentoring was genuine. Everyone wanted to see me learn and succeed.”
“It felt like joining a family, not just a firm.”