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For Independent Lawyers

For Independent Lawyers

Join Australia's Independent Legal Network

Build your independent legal career with Synera Lex. Access quality contract, secondment and fractional engagements from corporates and law firms — on your terms.

Platform Features for Lawyers

Profile & Opportunities

Comprehensive Profile Creation

Build a detailed professional profile that showcases your expertise and experience.

  • Highlight your practice areas and specialisations
  • Document your work history and education
  • Showcase language skills and industry experience

AI Training & Professional Development

Access on-demand AI training to develop cutting-edge legal technology skills.

  • Training on contract analysis AI tools
  • eDiscovery platform proficiency
  • AI-assisted legal drafting techniques

Targeted Job Discovery

Find opportunities that match your skills, preferences, and availability.

  • Browse and filter available job opportunities
  • Receive personalised match scores
  • Save interesting jobs for later application

Streamlined Application Process

Apply to opportunities with a simple, efficient process designed for busy professionals.

  • Submit tailored cover letters and proposed rates
  • Specify availability and working preferences
  • Track application status in real-time

Engagement & Earnings

Engagement Management

Efficiently manage all your client engagements from a single dashboard.

  • Review and respond to engagement offers
  • Track active, completed, and pending engagements
  • Request extensions for ongoing projects

Timesheet Management

Create and submit detailed timesheets for your active engagements.

  • Log hours worked with detailed descriptions
  • Track timesheet approval status
  • Manage multiple timesheets across engagements

Earnings Tracking

Monitor your earnings and financial performance over time.

  • View total and monthly earnings
  • Track earnings by client and engagement
  • Generate earnings reports for accounting

Permanent Opportunities

Receive and respond to permanent position offers from your clients.

  • Review permanent position details
  • Accept or decline transition offers
  • Communicate with clients about terms

AI-Enhanced Legal Talent

All lawyers on the Synera Lex platform have access to on-demand AI training, ensuring you stay at the forefront of legal technology innovation. Develop skills that make you more valuable to clients.

Contract Analysis

Master AI-powered contract review and analysis tools

eDiscovery

Learn advanced document processing platforms

Legal Drafting

Utilize AI-assisted document creation tools

Benefits for Independent Lawyers

Diverse Opportunities

Work with corporates, law firms, or both. Access premium contract, secondment and fractional engagements without the hassle of business development.

Flexibility & Control

Work on your terms with complete control over your schedule, clients, and rates.

Maximized Earnings

Earn more with market-rate compensation and minimal platform fees compared to traditional firms.

Free career resources

Expert sessions

SyneraLex Expert Sessions

Practical conversations on flexible careers, AI-enabled legal work and returning to practice — register interest before dates are confirmed.

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Free resource

Flexible Lawyer Playbook

A practical guide to consulting, secondments, fractional roles and other flexible legal career models.

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Free resource

Returning to Law Playbook

For experienced lawyers considering a return after a career break — practical steps to rebuild confidence and choose your pathway back.

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Ready to transform your legal career?

Join Australia's network of independent legal professionals on Synera Lex. Gain access to quality engagements, on-demand AI training, and a platform that values your expertise and autonomy.