Family Lawyer (Senior Associate/Special Counsel level)

About the Role
Lead a family law team in our client’s new south-eastern bayside office! Work on meaningful family law matters and guide a close-knit team delivering practical, client-centred solutions in a genuinely fun and supportive workplace. As team leader, this is your opportunity to establish and shape a new office, make a real impact, and enjoy the lifestyle of a beautiful bayside suburb.

Duties

• Advise & represent clients in complex family law cases with care & professionalism
• Negotiate, mediate & appear in court
• Build strong client relationships, balancing professionalism with empathy
• Draft high quality legal documents: including affidavits, financial agreements, and parenting plans
• Manage files end‑to‑end, collaborating with barristers and external professionals to achieve the best outcomes for clients
• Mentor junior team members & contribute to firm growth & business development

• Minimum 7 years’ family law experience (PAE)
• Accredited family law specialist (ideal)
• Accredited mediator (ideal)      
• Strong ethical compass and a genuine commitment to helping families
• Exceptional technical skills along with great leadership skills
• Ability to manage high-conflict situations with compassion, warmth and a solutions-focussed style
• A good sense of humour & ability to fit into a fun‑loving, supportive team