Job Description

Burbank & Brown Lawyers and Conveyancers – Nowra NSW

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You will work closely with the Principal Solicitor, a highly strategic family lawyer who handles a wide range of matters - from complex parenting disputes and/or complex financial cases. You will gain hands‐on experience, develop advocacy confidence, and build robust drafting skills from the start.

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You will be trusted to run your own files (with support), not micromanaged and given genuine opportunities to grow your career in a firm that is expanding.

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What you will be doing

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- Managing your own matters with appropriate supervision
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- Drafting Court documents including Initiating Applications and Affidavits
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- Preparing financial disclosure and evidence
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- Attending Court, mediations and conciliations
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- Briefing and liaising with Counsel
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- Conducting legal research
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- Meeting directly with clients and guiding them through difficult situations
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- Preapring Applications for Consent Orders
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Who this Role Suits

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This role is ideal for a solicitor with at least 2+ years PQE who:

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- Has a desire to live on the beautiful South Coast of NSW;
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- Has a keen interest in family law;
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- Has 2+ years of family law experience;
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- Has exceptional emotional intelligence and ability to guide clients through difficult times;
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- Has the ability to work autonomously;
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- Has the willingness and ability to bring in new matters/clients to the firm;
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- Has a commitment to mentoring junior staff;
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- Shows a collaborative approach to promote resolution for our clients and their families.
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- Wants hands‐on responsibility, not just administrative tasks;
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- Is confident, motivated and eager to develop advocacy and strategy skills;
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- Is organised, detailed-focused and proactive.
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What you will gain

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- Direct mentorship from experienced lawyers and the Principal Solicitor
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- Exposure to complex parenting disputes and/or complex financial cases
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- Development of strong drafting and advocacy skills early in your career
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- Autonomy and trust - no micromanagement culture
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- Clear career progression opportunities in a growing firm
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- A supportive, flexible and people‐focused workplace
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📌 Family Lawyer (Nowra)
🏢 Burbank & Brown Lawyers and Conveyancers
📍 Nowra