Family Lawyer (3+ years PAE)

Legal People; Melbourne; Hybride; AUD 100 000 - 160 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Legal People in Melbourne's inner eastern suburbs is seeking a capable Family Lawyer with 3+ years PAE to confidently manage files and drive matters using our established processes. You will guide clients through complex divorce, parenting arrangements, and international matters, and build strong client relationships.

There is flexibility to work a day from home, with a hybrid setup and a supportive team of LIV Accredited Family Law specialists.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PAE in family law.
• Experience with complex divorce and property settlements.
• Handling binding financial agreements.
• Parenting arrangements and child support experience.
• International family law matters; defacto & same-sex relationships.
• Strong drafting and attention to detail.
• Networking/marketing to generate clients.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsabilités

• Guide clients through family law matters and coordinate case files.
• Manage files and drive matters forward using firm systems.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Work in Melbourne's inner eastern suburbs with some flexibility for day-from-home.

Connaissances

Family law experience

Complex divorce

Property settlements

Financial agreements

Parenting arrangements

Child support

International matters

Drafting skills

Networking

Communication skills

Description du poste

About the role
Make a meaningful difference every day by guiding clients through all aspects of family law and helping them navigate pivotal moments in their lives. In this role, you will actively contribute to a growing family law practice that provides specialised advice across a broad range of family law matters.

Our client is now seeking a capable Family Lawyer (3+ years PAE) who can confidently manage files, build strong client relationships, and drive matters forward using the firm’s established systems, infrastructure, and resources.

Skills & Experience

• Solid family law experience (3+ years PAE) incl. complex divorce & property settlements;binding financial agreements, parenting arrangements, child support, children's issues incl. international matters, 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;
• Capable of networking/marketing with the view to generating clients;
• Exceptional written & verbal communication skills.

About our client

Our client is a reputable and thriving Family law firm based in Melbourne's inner eastern suburbs. Located in a prestigious "blue ribbon" area and just a short walk from the train station, this firm offers a supportive, team-focused environment with real opportunities for growth and development. There is some flexibility to work a day from home and alongside like-minded professionals, including LIV Accredited Family Law specialists.