Senior Family Lawyer

Location:   Melbourne -Eastern Subs

State:  VIC

Worktype:  Full Time


  • Senior Family Lawyer | Eastern Suburbs location
  • Attractive Remuneration | Clear Path to Leadership
  • Excellent Culture | Contribute to Growth & Future Direction

  • About the role
    This is a unique opportunity for an experienced family lawyer to step into a hands-on, client-focused role within a thriving and well-resourced practice. You’ll manage your own files with a high level of autonomy while contributing to the firm’s continued growth. You’ll be a key part of a collaborative and professional team, with the potential to step into a partnership position.

    Benefits
    Enjoy an attractive salary with a supportive, close-knit team (very low staff turnover), modern infrastructure, and strong administrative support. The firm offers genuine career advancement opportunities, a healthy work/life balance, and a real chance to make your mark in a respected and forward-thinking practice.

    Duties
    In this role, you will: 

    • Manage a diverse family law caseload with a focus on complex parenting and property matters
    • Draft and negotiate high-quality legal documents including BFAs and parenting plans
    • Appear in court and represent clients in mediations and negotiations
    • Work directly with private clients and provide strategic, practical advice
    • Contribute to firm growth through client development and mentoring where appropriate
    Skills & experience
    The ideal candidate will have:
    • 6+ years’ PAE in a broad range of Family law matters ; incl. complex divorce & property settlements; binding financial agreements, child support, children's issues incl. Hague convention, defacto & same sex relationships etc.
    • Experience in dealing with private clients and understanding of taxation and estate planning as it relates to family law
    • Eagerness & ability to handle challenging/complex matters with strong drafting skills & a keen eye for detail
    • Passionate about their career - help grow the business and be a future Partner
    • Excellent 'client service' & attention to detail
    • Enjoy being an integral team player. 
    About our client
    Located in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, this well-known and respected firm is recognised for its warm, inclusive culture and commitment to excellence. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation, the firm combines modern technology with deep legal expertise to deliver exceptional outcomes. Staff are genuinely supported to grow, contribute, and enjoy long-term career satisfaction.

    How to apply
    To express your interest, simply click on the Apply button.

    Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact:
    Sharon Henderson l Partner
    Legal People

    M:  0418 361 199
    E:  sharon@legalpeople.com.au
    Our ref:  3843068  

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