Senior Family Lawyer | Family-Friendly, Flexible Career

ClearCompany; City of Moreton Bay; Hybrid; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Queensland is looking for a Senior Family Lawyer who values family commitments and offers flexibility. Responsibilities include managing parenting arrangements, complex property settlements, and providing strategic advice. The firm promotes a family-friendly culture with support for career ambitions and generous parental leave options.

Benefits

Flexible hours

Part-time options

Remote work

Generous parental leave

Caregiver support benefits

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of post-admission experience in Family Law, ideally in private practice.
• Ability to manage files independently and provide strategic advice.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a focus on client care.
• Team-oriented mindset and capacity to mentor junior lawyers.

Responsibilities

• Manage parenting arrangements and custody concerns.
• Handle complex property settlements.
• Provide financial agreements and separation advice.
• Advise on international matters and relocation cases.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Client care focus

File management

Strategic advice

Mentoring

Education

5+ years in Family Law

Job description

Senior Family Lawyer | Family-Friendly, Flexible Career

A rare Senior Associate role with real flexibility and support for family life.

3 Takeaways:

• Work-life balance in a truly family-oriented culture
• Flexible hours and progressive leave policies
• Leadership role with future growth into Partnership

Our client is a well-established and nationally recognised law firm that places people – not just productivity – at the centre of its success. Known for its strong values, inclusive leadership, and family-first philosophy, the firm provides a genuinely supportive space for legal professionals looking to balance career ambition with personal priorities.

Whether you're a working parent or simply value a healthy balance between work and life, this firm fosters an environment where flexibility is encouraged, and your wellbeing matters.

About the position:

Our client is seeking a Senior Family Lawyer who not only brings legal skill and confidence to the table but values a workplace that understands family commitments and offers real flexibility.

Working within a highly respected and collaborative Family Law team, you’ll manage a broad range of matters, including:

• Parenting arrangements and custody concerns
• Complex property settlements
• Financial agreements and separation advice
• International matters and relocation cases

This role provides you with autonomy over your practice, access to top-tier legal minds, and support from a genuinely caring leadership team. Importantly, the culture embraces professionals with family responsibilities, offering flexible start and finish times, remote work options, and tailored parental policies.

Key Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years post-admission experience in Family Law (private practice preferred experience)
• Confident in independently managing files and providing strategic advice
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and client care focus
• A strong team mindset and desire to work in a collaborative group
• Interest in mentoring or guiding junior lawyers

On Offer:

This is an opportunity for a Senior Family Lawyer to build a rewarding and sustainable career with a firm that genuinely understands the importance of family life.

• Flexibility around school pickups, part-time options, and remote work
• A family-friendly workplace with an understanding and compassionate culture
• Supportive leadership and future opportunities for Partnership
• Generous parental leave and caregiver support benefits
• Access to a well-resourced legal support team
• Development programs, mentoring and structured progression

If you’ve been searching for a role where your family values are understood and your career ambitions are still supported – this is your ideal next step.