FAMILY LAW SOLICITOR

Ryan and Ryan Lawyers; Gosford; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ryan and Ryan Lawyers in NSW is seeking a family law solicitor to join our growing team. You will work across Erina and Toukley, handle a broad range of family law matters, and attend relevant courts with travel as required.

We offer training and support, with remuneration commensurate with experience. Applicants from 0 to 7 years PQE are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Interest in family law and litigation.
• Experience in litigation is preferred.
• Excellent people skills and ability to balance client interests with deadlines.
• High attention to detail and strong organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Work across two offices (Erina and Toukley) handling a broad range of family law matters.
• Appear in court and travel as required.
• Support senior solicitors while taking carriage of your own matters including divorce, financial settlements and parenting matters.

Skills

Family law

Litigation

People skills

Time management

Attention to detail

Organisation

Professional presentation

Communication

Education

Australian practising certificate

LL.B. (final year)

Tools

LEAP

Outlook

Word

Job description

Genuine opportunity for career progression

Supportive, balanced, and fun team environment

Build your career in a dynamic, busy, growing firm who genuinely care about their staff, their career, and their personal and professional development.

The Firm

This successful and growing firm specialises in both transactional and litigation work. With offices located at Erina and Toukley, both with plenty of parking nearby, the firm is committed to innovative and environmentally friendly office practices. Our clients range from young to old, mums and dads to professionals, and small businesses to large corporate groups.

The firm is in a growth phase and is looking to hire family law solicitors to help manage a high volume of family law clients, as well as assisting with other litigation matters. We are willing to consider applicants from 0 to 7 years PQE. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience.

The Role

You will have the opportunity to work across both our Erina and Toukley offices, as well as attend relevant courts. With no two days the same, this fast-paced and varied role will see you working across both locations, dealing with a broad range of family law matters and becoming an integral part of our growing team.

With appropriate training and support, you will become familiar with all aspects of family law and court processes.

The successful applicant will work closely with one of the senior solicitors of the firm, while also having sole carriage of their own matters involving divorce, financial settlements, child related matters and child support matters. Court appearances, which will involve travel, will also form part of the role.

Cultural fitis hugely important to this practice and we require someone who will really become part of the team. You will hopefully look at this role in the long term and be keen to establish and build a successful career with the firm.

The Candidate

To be successful for this role you must have:

An interest in family law and litigation. Previous litigation experience is preferred, but not essential

An appreciation that living through a relationship breakdown can be a stressful time for your client, demonstrated through excellent people skills and the ability to balance client interests with tight deadlines

A high degree of computer literacy. Experience using LEAP, Outlook and Word is preferable but not essential

Very high attention to detail (hint: make sure there are no spelling or grammatical mistakes in your resume!)

Excellent organisation and time management skills

Drivers licence

Own or have regular access to a car

A flexible, enthusiastic and positive attitude

Professional presentation and phone manner

A current Australian legal practicing certificate (or be within your final year of LL.B.)

What's in it for you?

You will get to work across two busy offices as part of an energetic and supportive team committed to innovation and professional excellence. You will enjoy a varied workload, the opportunity to work alongside experienced solicitors and the chance to further develop your skills across a broad range of family law and litigation matters.

We genuinely value our staff and are committed to providing opportunities for professional development and long-term career progression.

An excellent remuneration package will be offered commensurate with your experience.

An immediate start is available for the right candidate..