Family Lawyer (5 PAE)

Gorilla Jobs; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 140,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible and family-friendly culture

8:30am–5pm with flexibility forparents

Birthday day off

Study leave

Career plan with regular reviews

Established specialist team and strong

Salary package AUD 140,000–180,000 + 0

Job summary

Gorilla Jobs Pty Ltd. is seeking a Senior Family Lawyer to join a specialist practice in Brisbane with options for Ipswich, Toowoomba or North Lakes. You will manage senior-level family law files, guide clients through transitions, and work within a supportive, well-structured team.

The role targets 5+ PAE in family law, offering a balanced, family-friendly culture and a clear career plan along with a competitive salary package of AUD 140,000–180,000 plus super.

Qualifications

• Senior-level experience (5+ PAE) in family law (private practice).
• Confidence handling client matters and day-to-day file management.
• Strong communication skills and sound judgement.
• A thoughtful, steady approach to sensitive issues.
• Desire to grow your career in a flexible specialist practice.

Responsibilities

• Manage a family law caseload with senior responsibility
• Guide clients with practical, clear and empathetic advice
• Work closely with a specialist team in a well-supported setting
• Contribute experience, judgement and steady leadership
• Total package: $140,000–$180,000 + super

Skills

Senior-level experience

Family law experience

Job description

Family Lawyer (5+ PAE)

This is a rare chance to join an established specialist family law practice in a role that combines quality work with genuine day-to-day balance. With opportunities in Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba or North Lakes, the role offers Senior Lawyers flexibility, support, clear career planning and a salary of $140,000–$180,000 + super.

What's on Offer:

• $140,000–$180,000 + super (Depends on Experience Level)
• Flexible and family-friendly culture
• 8:30am–5pm with flexibility available for parents
• Achievable billables of 5.5 hours per day
• Birthday day off
• Study leave
• Career plan with regular performance reviews
• Established specialist family law team and support around you

Why you'll love it here!

You can definitely picture this one working long term! The expectations are realistic. The hours are family-friendly. The benefits are practical. And the structure is there for Senior Lawyers who still want to keep moving forward in their career.

About the role:

You’ll work on family law matters as a senior member of the team, helping clients through important life transitions while managing your files with confidence and care. This role suits a Senior Family Lawyer who wants meaningful work, a supportive specialist environment and the option to be based in Brisbane, Ipswich, Toowoomba or North Lakes.

• Manage a family law caseload with senior responsibility
• Guide clients with practical, clear and empathetic advice
• Work closely with a specialist team in a well-supported setting
• Contribute experience, judgement and steady leadership
• Total package: $140,000–$180,000 + super

What you'll bring!

• Senior-level experience (5+ PAE) in family law (private practice)
• Confidence handling client matters and day-to-day file management
• Strong communication skills and sound judgement
• A thoughtful, steady approach to sensitive issues
• Desire to grow your career in a flexible specialist practice