An exciting opportunity to grow, lead and shape your future in family law.

Catton & Tondelstrand Family Lawyers is a highly regarded, award winning and progressive boutique family law firm based on the Sunshine Coast. Due to continued growth and exciting opportunities on the horizon, we are seeking a Senior Family Lawyer (3+ PAE) to join our team.

This is a role designed for a lawyer who is ready for the next stage of their career – someone who wants high-quality work, leadership opportunities and a clear pathway for growth.

The Opportunity

This role is suited to an experienced family lawyer who is confident managing files independently and is looking to work in a firm where quality, teamwork and professional growth are genuinely prioritised.

You will:

Manage your own caseload of engaging and complex family law matters, including parenting and property

Appear regularly in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia

Advise clients with confidence, clarity and empathy

Work collaboratively with senior practitioners, support staff and the broader team

Contribute to strategy, mentoring and the ongoing development of the practice

Have opportunities for advocacy, mediation and strategic litigation work

You will enjoy a high level of autonomy,



balanced with robust support from experienced colleagues.

About You

You will ideally have:

A current unrestricted Queensland Practising Certificate

3+ years’ post admission experience practising family law

Strong technical knowledge of family law and procedure

Excellent drafting, analytical and problem solving skills

The ability to manage client relationships with confidence and care

A proactive, solutions focused approach

A collaborative mindset and strong interpersonal skills

A genuine passion for family law

You value working in a team where people support each other and take pride in their work.

You will work closely with Accredited Specialists and senior practitioners who value collaboration and knowledge sharing. There are genuine opportunities to:

Further develop advocacy and strategic skills

Mentor and support junior lawyers (if this interests you)

Participate in business development, firm strategy and innovation

Progress your career within a growing boutique practice

We actively encourage continued learning and professional development at every stage of your career.

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📌 Family Lawyer (Sunshine Coast Regional)
🏢 Catton and Tondelstrand Lawyers
📍 Sunshine Coast Regional