Senior Family Lawyer (City of Sydney)

Senior Family Lawyer (City of Sydney)

16 Aug
|
Elias Recruitment
|
City of Sydney

16 Aug

Elias Recruitment

City of Sydney

Are you an experienced Family Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career?

Our Client is seeking a talented Senior Family Lawyer (5–7 years PQE) to join their growing Family Law team in a modern Sydney CBD office.
This is an outstanding opportunity to manage high-quality, complex family law matters, mentor junior lawyers, and play a key role in the continued growth of a well-established and respected practice. You'll enjoy genuine career progression, strong administrative support, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners in a collaborative environment.

The Role:
You will independently manage a diverse and complex family law practice, handling matters from initial client conference through to settlement or final hearing. Your work will include:

- Property settlements
- Child support matters
- Relocation and recovery order applications
- Divorce and de facto relationship matters

Are you an experienced Family Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career?

Our Client is seeking a talented Senior Family Lawyer (5–7 years PQE) to join their growing Family Law team in a modern Sydney CBD office.
This is an outstanding opportunity to manage high-quality, complex family law matters, mentor junior lawyers, and play a key role in the continued growth of a well-established and respected practice. You'll enjoy genuine career progression, strong administrative support, and the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners in a collaborative environment.

The Role:
You will independently manage a diverse and complex family law practice, handling matters from initial client conference through to settlement or final hearing. Your work will include:

- Parenting disputes
- Property settlements
- Financial agreements
- Child support matters
- Relocation and recovery order applications
- Divorce and de facto relationship matters

Your responsibilities will include:





- Managing files from commencement through to final resolution
- Drafting and settling Court documents, including Initiating Applications, Responses, Affidavits, Financial Statements, Case Outlines and written submissions
- Appearing as solicitor advocate in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia at procedural, interim and directions hearings, as well as mediations
- Briefing and instructing Counsel in complex litigation
- Advising clients on litigation strategy, commercial outcomes and risk management
- Negotiating settlements and representing clients at mediations and dispute resolution conferences
- Supervising and mentoring junior lawyers, graduates and paralegals
- Assisting with business development through networking, referrals and qualified presentations

To be successful, you will have:

- Admission as a Solicitor in New South Wales
- 5–7 years' post-admission experience practising predominantly in Family Law
- Demonstrated experience managing complex parenting and property matters
- Strong advocacy, negotiation and courtroom skills
- Excellent drafting and written communication abilities

What's on Offer:
Our Client offers an excellent prospect for an ambitious Family Lawyer looking to progress into a leadership role, including:

- Competitive salary commensurate with experience
- Performance-based bonus opportunities
- Clear career progression into leadership
- Ongoing professional development and mentoring
- Modern Sydney CBD offices
- Dedicated administrative and paralegal support
- A collaborative, high-performing and supportive team culture

If you're looking to join a progressive firm where you can manage high-quality matters, develop your leadership skills and build your long-term career, we'd love to hear from you.

Be careful - Don’t provide your bank or credit card details when applying for jobs. Don't transfer any money or complete suspicious online surveys. If you see something suspicious, report this job ad .

#J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Senior Family Lawyer (City of Sydney)
🏢 Elias Recruitment
📍 City of Sydney

Reply to this offer

Impress this employer describing Your skills and abilities, fill out the form below and leave Your personal touch in the presentation letter.

Subscribe to this job alert:

Get the latest job offers by email for: senior family lawyer (city of sydney) / city of sydney

Subscribe to this job alert:

Get the latest job offers by email for: senior family lawyer (city of sydney) / city of sydney