Family Lawyer | 2–6 Years Pae (Flexible Work)

Legal Personnel Australia; Sydney; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work from home

Mentorship from Special Counsel

Competitive base salary + bonus

Job summary

Legal Personnel Australia seeks a Family Lawyer with 2–6 years PAE to join a boutique Sydney CBD firm. You will handle a diverse family law portfolio, including divorce and property settlements, under close mentorship from a Special Counsel.

You will work closely with interstate colleagues, travel occasionally, and enjoy true flexibility with up to four days remote work while developing expertise in high-net-worth matters and delicate parenting disputes.

Qualifications

• 2-6 years post-admission experience in Family Law.
• Strong drafting skills and understanding of the Family Law Act 1975 and FCFCOA rules.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication with a compassionate approach to client care.
• Ability to confidently manage your own files with strong support.

Responsibilities

• Work on a diverse portfolio of family law matters including divorce and property settlements.
• Engage in high-net-worth litigation and delicate parenting disputes with mentorship from a Special Counsel.

Skills

Drafting skills

Communication skills

File management

Job description

Family Lawyer | 2–6 Years PAE (flexible work)

Our clientis a highly reputable boutique family law law firm with offices in NSW and Qld. The firm has been consistently recognized as a leader in family law.

Its boutique Sydney CBD office is now looking to add a family lawyer to its team.

The Role

Our client is seeking an experienced family lawyer with 2-6 years of post admission experienceto work on a diverse portfolio of family law matters. This role offers an incredible opportunity to work closely with the Special Counsel based in Sydney, providing you with direct mentorship from an industry expert, and you will also be exposed to the wider team interstate.

The role will provide you with the opportunity to work on a wide range of family law matters including divorce, property settlements, de facto relationships, and more. You will be exposed to complex property/financial matters as well as complex high-net-worth litigation and delicate parenting disputes.

Occasional interstate travel (approximately one day every two months or so) may be required in this role.

About You

To be successful in this role you will have:

• 2–6 years of post-admission experience specifically in Family Law from an Australian law firm.
• Strong drafting skills and a solid understanding of the Family Law Act 1975 and FCFCOA rules.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with a compassionate approach to client care.
• Ability to confidently manage your own files while knowing you have a strong support system.

On Offer

• Ultimate Flexibility: Enjoy true work-life balance with highly flexible working arrangements, including up to 4 days working from home.
• High Financial Reward: A competitive base salary, plus an attractive performance bonus structure.
• Mentorship: Direct mentorship from an expert Special Counsel dedicated to your professional development.
• Great Culture: A friendly team environment with regular firm events and attendances at industry conferences.