The Firm

Our client is a highly regarded for-purpose organisation providing free legal and social support services to vulnerable members of the community throughout Queensland.

The organisation offers a supportive, inclusive and values-led environment, with a strong commitment to access to justice. Its lawyers work alongside social workers, financial counsellors and external service providers to ensure clients receive practical and holistic support.

The Role An opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor to join a specialist team, providing advocacy, advice, ongoing legal support and representation to clients navigating complex and sensitive legal matters. You will manage your own files, advise on confidentiality and privilege issues and represent clients in relevant court proceedings.

Working closely with other legal and non-legal professionals, you will identify clients’ broader support needs and facilitate appropriate referrals. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to community legal education and law reform initiatives while developing valuable specialist advocacy experience.

The Ideal Person





You will be an admitted solicitor with at least two years’ post-admission experience in family law and domestic and family violence,

You will also possess

- Strong legal analysis, advocacy and file management skills;
- Excellent interpersonal and client communication capabilities;
- The ability to provide calm and practical advice in emotionally charged situations;
- Sound judgement when identifying risk and appropriate support pathways;
- A collaborative and compassionate approach; and
- A genuine commitment to improving access to justice.

The Perks

Benefits include

- Attractive not-for-profit salary packaging;
- Flexible and hybrid working arrangements;
- Additional paid parental leave and gifted leave over the Christmas and New Year period;
- Access to an Employee Assistance Program; and
- A supportive, collaborative and purpose-driven workplace.

If this role has piqued your interest, please apply through the link below or contact Sophie Page-Warr at SPW Legal Recruitment for a confidential discussion. Even if this particular opportunity is not quite right, Sophie would be pleased to hear from lawyers considering their next career move.

📌 Family Lawyer (Gold Coast)
🏢 SPW legal recruitment
📍 Gold Coast