At Orbell Family Lawyers, family law is all we do.
We're proud to be recognised as one of NSW's leading specialist family law firms, having been named a Doyle's Guide Leading Family Law Firm in ****, **** and ****, together with being recognised as the Most Outstanding Professional Services Business at the **** Northern Beaches Local Business Awards.
These achievements reflect what matters most to us: delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients while investing in our people, our culture and the future of specialist family law.
As our firm continues to grow, we're looking for enthusiastic Law Clerks to join our and take the first step towards a rewarding career in specialist family law.
We're recruiting Law Clerks across all four of our offices.
Applications are welcome from candidates seeking to be based at any of our locations, and your preferred office can be nominated in your application.
This isn't just another Law Clerk role.
It's the first stage of a structured career pathway designed to develop exceptional family lawyers.
We've deliberately built a boutique specialist family law firm where our people know each other, support each other and genuinely enjoy working together.
Family law isn't one of many practice areas.
It's our sole focus.
With offices across the Northern Beaches, North Shore Sydney, the Central Coast and Newcastle, you'll enjoy the culture and connection of a boutique firm, backed by the expertise, collaboration and resources of a much larger specialist practice.
From your first day you'll be part of the team, learning how specialist family law matters progress from initial enquiry through to negotiated settlement, mediation and court, while working alongside experienced family lawyers who are invested in your success.
Why Build Your Career at OFL?
This role is much more than administration.
It is the foundation of your legal career.
As a Law Clerk, you'll become the engine behind a well-run legal practice while learning how specialist family law is practised every day.
Every client you assist and every document you draft builds the knowledge, skills and confidence you'll carry throughout your legal career.
You'll gain exposure to every stage of a family law matter while supporting experienced lawyers across parenting, property and financial matters.
Accelerate Your Career with Structured Development
At OFL,



developing exceptional family lawyers is one of our highest priorities.
Every member of our legal team has a structured competency framework and career development pathway, so you'll always know what the next step in your career looks like and what you'll need to achieve to get there.
Working alongside experienced Practice Leaders and family lawyers across our four offices, you'll receive regular mentoring, practical coaching, weekly strategy discussions and ongoing feedback designed to accelerate your technical skills, professional confidence and leadership capability.
Supporting this is our dedicated People & Operations team, whose focus is building one of Australia's most comprehensive development programs for specialist family lawyers.
Combining the expertise of our own lawyers with leading external practitioners, coaches and educators, we're continually investing in helping our people become exceptional family lawyers.
Progression at OFL is based on demonstrated capability, not simply time served.
As you develop your skills and take on greater responsibility, you'll have genuine opportunities to progress to Paralegal, Solicitor and beyond, with remuneration growing alongside your development.
Learn from an Experienced Family Law Team
Collaboration is part of how we practise.
Across our four offices, our lawyers work together every week to discuss strategy, workshop complex matters and share legal developments.
You'll observe client meetings, mediations and court events, learn how matters progress, and gradually take on greater responsibility as your confidence and capability grows.
You'll never be left wondering what everyone else is doing.
You'll be part of the conversation from day one.
A Culture You'll Enjoy Being Part Of
We're serious about delivering exceptional outcomes for our clients, but we also believe work should be enjoyable.
We celebrate success, support each other through challenges and genuinely enjoy working together.
Team retreats, EOFY celebrations, Christmas events,



community initiatives and regular social activities are all part of building a workplace where people enjoy coming to work.
What You'll Be Doing
Prepare court and mediation bundles, exhibits and document packs.
Draft and format legal documents and correspondence using firm precedents.
Assist lawyers with matter preparation across parenting, property and financial matters.
Coordinate court dates, appointments and matter deadlines with the legal team.
Support client enquiries and assist with client onboarding.
Assist with conflict checks, matter setup and file management through Smokeball.
Observe client meetings, mediations and court events as part of your career development.
Learn how specialist family law matters progress from intake through to resolution.
What We're Looking For
Is currently studying Law (1st 2nd 3rd year students)
Has a genuine interest in building a career in family law.
Is organised, reliable and enjoys working in a structured environment.
Has exceptional presentation and attention to detail.
Communicates professionally with warmth, empathy and confidence.
Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a high-performing team.
Is curious, proactive and committed to continual learning.
Wants to build a long-term career rather than simply gain legal work experience.
No previous family law experience is required.
We'll teach you.
What You'll Enjoy
A structured competency and career development framework with clearly defined progression milestones.
Genuine career pathways from Law Clerk to Paralegal, Solicitor and beyond.
Regular mentoring from experienced Practice Leaders and family lawyers.
Professional training provided to assist you to develop your skills.
Working arrangements structured around your university commitments.
Modern technology and systems designed specifically for specialist family law practice.
Modern offices across the Northern Beaches, North Shore Sydney, Central Coast and Newcastle.
Health and wellbeing initiatives.
Team retreats, EOFY celebrations, Christmas events and regular social activities.
A collaborative culture focused on excellence, continuous learning and long-term career development.
Please note: This role is open to current law students seeking to build a long-term career in family law.
Work will be structured around your university commitments.
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📌 Law Clerk - Leading Family Law Firm (New South Wales)
🏢 Orbell Family Lawyers
📍 New South Wales