Originally Posted by Unregistered

It is true, but if you are amicable you definitely can net yourself in a position. I was called to the bar last month, during the past 2 years I was paid 1000 a month during relevant legal training and 1800 a month during training contract period. Allowance when studying for the bar 400 and originating summons application paid in full.

Was offered a position as associate but chose not to stay. Now working as in house counsel, pay wise comparable to first year associates in the range of 4000. So it is not too bad. You can choose to go in house, but unlikely anyone would hire due to inexperience. I would suggest you bite the bullet and do the training with or without pay. Btw I graduated from Australia University and no honours, im in top 30% though.

Cheers