Special Counsel – Family Law

ALRA | Australia’s Leading Recruitment Agency; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a senior Family Lawyer in Melbourne. The ideal candidate will have over 9 years of experience in Family Law and will manage a range of complex cases. This full-time role emphasizes quality and reputation, offering strong career progression and mentorship opportunities within a national firm.

Qualifications

• 9+ years' post-admission experience in Family Law is required.
• Confident in managing sophisticated clients.
• Disciplined and strategic approach is essential.

Responsibilities

• Work across diverse family law matters including financial agreements and property settlements.
• Represent clients in complex family law cases.
• Collaborate with a national team of Family Law experts.
• Access a clear path for career progression within a transparent framework.

Skills

Family Law expertise

Strategic thinking

Client management

Discretion in sensitive matters

Education

Specialist Accreditation or LLM in Family Law

Job description

Overview

Join a leading Family Law team in Melbourne, working alongside respected Partners. This is an opportunity to work with one of the most highly regarded national practices in family law – a team known for its strategic thinking, depth of expertise, and strong client outcomes.

The Firm

With a long history of success, they combine scale with a sharp focus on legal excellence. The Family Law practice is nationally recognised, with Accredited Specialists across all offices, a strong referral network, and a consistent track record in delivering high-value, complex matters for high-net-worth clients.

The Opportunity

In this role, you will:

• Work across a sophisticated mix of matters, including financial agreements, property settlements, parenting disputes, and litigated & negotiated resolutions
• Represent clients in complex and often high-value family law matters
• Collaborate with a broader national team of Family Law experts across cities.
• Receive clear support for career progression within a transparent framework

The Melbourne team offers a strong client base, the backing of a full-service commercial firm, and direct access to experienced mentors who will actively guide you on the path to partnership.

About You

We are interested in hearing from practitioners who:

• Have 9+ years\' PAE in Family Law
• Are commercially minded, technically sharp, and confident in managing sophisticated clients and stakeholders
• Bring a disciplined, strategic and discreet approach to emotionally sensitive matters
• Ideally hold or are looking to pursue Specialist Accreditation or an LLM in Family Law

This role suits a lawyer who is already operating at a high level and wants to step into a firm where quality and reputation are paramount.

Interested? Let’s talk. With over 20 years experience recruitment experience, I can guarantee that your application is in good hands.

The market is small and confidentiality is key. Please feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have or to discuss the options available in the market.

ALRA | Australia’s Leading Recruitment Agency

M: 0405 100 650

P: 1300 002 572

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Legal and Consulting

Industries

• Legal Services
• Law Practice
• Individual and Family Services