Job Description
Family Law Partner - National Law Firm - Melbourne CBD Office
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Are you an experienced Family Law Partner with a passion for delivering exceptional client service? This prestigious national law firm is seeking a highly skilled Family Law Salary Partner to join their growing team. Join a bigger organisation, have support, marketing and the backing of a bigger network, bring a team or start fresh. The world is yours!
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Key Responsibilities:
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As the Family Law Salary Partner, you will be responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of family law matters and managing a team that provides services in the following areas, including:
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Client Interaction:Attend initial client conferences, providing expert advice on family law matters, including property settlements and children's issues.
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Domestic Violence (DV) Experience:Advise and represent clients in DV-related family law matters.
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Property and Children's Matters:Handle complex property and children's matters, providing strategic and practical legal advice.
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Drafting &
Correspondence:Draft
high-quality legal correspondence for clients, other solicitors, independent experts, superannuation funds, the court, and Counsel.
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Agreements:Prepare Binding Financial Agreements (BFAs) and Binding Child Support Agreements (BCSAs).
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Negotiation:Engage in extensive negotiations, including property settlements and children's matters, to secure optimal outcomes for clients.
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Court Documents:Draft, finalise, file, and serve court documents, ensuring compliance with all relevant legal requirements.
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Court Appearances:Attend First Returns,



conciliation conferences, interim defended hearings, and final trials.
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Mediation & Conciliation:Some experience in attending mediations and conciliation conferences, handling interim defended hearings, and final trials.
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Court Preparation & Counsel Instruction:Draft memorandums to Counsel, prepare briefs, and attend to instruct Counsel at various court events.
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Divorce Proceedings:Draft and manage Applications for Divorce, attending hearings as required.
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Costs Agreements:Prepare and manage costs agreements and notices, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.
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Police Prosecution
Negotiation:Negotiate
with police prosecution on behalf of clients, leveraging your experience as a duty solicitor.
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Intervention Orders:Advise clients on their rights and potential outcomes in relation to Intervention Orders, ensuring sensitive and effective representation.
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Wills & Powers of Attorney:Take instructions, provide advice, and draft, finalize, and execute Wills and Powers of Attorney for clients.
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Managing an Existing Team: This will be you taking the lead, but more importantly being a leader and putting your hand up and taking responsibility for your team and leading them to success.
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About You:
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Must hold a practicing certificatein Victoria or equivalent.
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Must be at the Partner level or Special Counsel level with a proven track record of Family Law experience.
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Specialist accreditation is highly regarded, but not essential.
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Must have a business development mindsetand wanting to grow and mentor the team.
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Extensive experience in family law, including property and children's matters.
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Proven ability to negotiate complex settlements and represent clients at various court events.
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Experience in Wills and Powers of Attorney, including drafting and executing these legal documents.
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Ability to handle multiple matters concurrently while providing high-quality service to clients.
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Strong drafting, communication, and interpersonal skills.
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Experience instructing Counsel and managing legal teams to deliver client-focused outcomes.
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Excellent knowledge of family law legislation and procedures.
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A demonstrated ability to mentor and lead junior lawyers and legal staff.
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Why Join?
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National Firm:Work with a leading national law firm that offers a dynamic, supportive, and cooperative environment.
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Career Growth:Excellent opportunities for career advancement and professional development within the firm.
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Work-Life Balance:Enjoy the flexibility and balance that comes with working in a top-tier family law firm.
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Competitive Salary:Attractive remuneration package and benefits commensurate with experience.
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📌 Partner - Family Law (Victoria)
🏢 Lawyers Weekly
📍 Victoria