Litigation Lawyer

Harish Prasad & Associates; Parramatta; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parking

Job summary

Harish Prasad & Associates in Parramatta, NSW, seeks a driven Litigation Lawyer with a Family Law focus to join our boutique practice. You will be mentored by a Principal with over 35 years’ experience and work closely with clients in the local community.

The role is full-time and on-site in North Parramatta, with opportunities to appear in local courts, attend conferences and mediations, and contribute to efficient matter management while handling diverse matters.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years post-admission experience in Family Law.
• Clear, practical legal advice in litigation matters.
• Experience appearing in Courts or tribunals, including hearings and trials.
• Analytical skills and strong research, drafting, and communication.
• Able to progress to independent file management.

Responsibilities

• Represent clients in court and tribunals.
• Attend conferences and mediations; liaise with counsel, experts and stakeholders.
• Provide clear, practical legal advice; negotiate settlements where appropriate; manage files timely.
• Act for clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas to maintain client-focused service.

Skills

Family Law

Litigation

Court appearances

Job description

We are seeking a driven, ambitious Litigation Lawyer who desires to work in an established, boutique litigation practice with a focus on Family Law. You will be under the mentorship of the Principal, with more than 35 years of experience in Parramatta. Prospective team members can expect exposure to varied matters, as well as an opportunity to work closely with clients in the local community. We are a family run practice and offer work life balance within a long-standing and well-placed office in North Parramatta with parking.

Role Description

The position is a full-time, on-site role based in Parramatta, NSW, requiring consistent office presence and attendance at local courts. The role involves:

• Representing clients in court and tribunals.
• Attending conferences and mediations, and liaising with counsel, experts, and other stakeholders.
• Providing clear, practical legal advice, negotiating settlements where appropriate, and maintaining accurate, timely file and matter management.
• Acting for clients from varying backgrounds.
• Collaborate with colleagues across practice areas and contribute to the firm’s commitment to professional, client-focused service.

About You & Qualifications

• At least 2 years post-admission experience, with experience in Family Law
• Proven ability to provide clear, practical legal advice in litigation matters.
• Experience appearing in Courts or tribunals including preparing for hearings, trials, and other court-related procedures.
• Confident analytical skills and excellent research, verbal communication and drafting skills;
• Successful candidate is expected to progress to working independently, efficiently and manage your own file load;
• Admission as a lawyer in Australia and a current practising certificate (or eligibility to obtain one promptly).
• Previous exposure to multicultural or Indian client base will be beneficial
• Ability to speak an Indian language and/or knowledge of Indian laws will be an advantage.