Senior Family Lawyer

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: 3843068t