The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.
Solicitor
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Lawyers provide advice, write documents and conduct negotiations on legal matters, and may represent clients in court and tribunal proceedings. Lawyers can also be referred to as Solicitors or Barristers where the distinction varies from state to state.
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Career Insights
Full Time Average
Weekly Wage$1,901 to $2,460 Earnings for full-time employees before tax.
The ranges are for all ages and levels of experience, so they cannot be used to determine what an individual worker will actually earn.Full Time/Part Time
Split89%11% This shows the proportion of workers who work part-time.
The information uses the Australian Bureau of Statistics definition of part-time, which is working less than 35 hours per week.Currently Employed
Workers103,700 The total number of people employed in Australia in November 2025 for this occupation.
It includes both full-time and part-time workers.Future Job Openings
Next Five Years10k - 25k An estimate of the number of job opportunities likely to be available over the next five years.
It does not provide any guidance about the number of job seekers for this occupation.Current
UnemploymentLow The unemployment rate is the number of unemployed people as a percentage of the labour force (employed plus unemployed).
An occupation may have high unemployment but may also be experiencing shortages for particular skills.Powered by Australian Jobs 2026
Career Details
What does it take to become a Solicitor?
Lawyers provide advice, write documents and conduct negotiations on legal matters, and may represent clients in court and tribunal proceedings. Lawyers can also be referred to as Solicitors or Barristers where the distinction varies from state to state.
TV shows aside, Abigail provides insight into what it’s really like to be a criminal lawyer, what a typical day consists of and the educational prerequisites for becoming a lawyer.
Find out more
Check out the Good Universities Guide for more information on careers and the courses that can help get you there.
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