Outstanding Chance for a junior to join an established, thriving law firm!

I'm recruiting a Junior Family Lawyer for a small, established general practice law firm with offices close to Sunnybank HIlls.

Why this firm
Long running suburban practice with a steady flow of family law work from local clients and referrals
You’ll work directly with the firm's family law solicitor, one to one
Your own matters early, with someone experienced next to you when you need them
Principal who sits in the office and is involved in the work
Small settled team, and super friendly!
General practice, so you'll see how family matters connect with property, wills and estates

What you'll do each day
Take instructions and meet clients on separation, divorce and parenting matters
Draft initiating applications, affidavits, consent orders and correspondence
Prepare property settlement and binding financial agreement matters




Domestic and family violence applications and appearances in the Magistrates Court
Appear on mentions and directions in the Federal Circuit and Family Court, with support building to more as you're ready
Negotiate with the other side and brief counsel where needed
Manage your own files, diary and client communication

What you need
Admitted in Queensland with a current practising certificate
One to three years PAE in family law, or recently admitted with solid family law exposure through a clerkship or paralegal role
Comfortable with client contact from day one, including the harder end of family work
Organised, practical and able to explain things plainly to people under stress

The details
Permanent, full time
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📌 Lawyer Junior Family Brisbane
🏢 PGR Recruitment
📍 Brisbane