Family Lawyer | Associate to Partner | Sydney

Looking for a Family Law role where you can step into an established practice, work on quality matters and have some real influence over how the team develops?

3+ Years’ PAE | Established Family Law Practice | Senior Opportunity

We’re working with a well-established North Sydney law firm looking to add an experienced Family Lawyer to its team. They’re open on level - from a strong lawyer with 3+ years’ PAE through to Senior Associate, Special Counsel or Partner level .

For someone more senior, there is also the opportunity to take a leading role within the practice and help shape its continued growth.

About the Firm

This is an established commercial firm with a strong reputation, a good internal culture and a sociable team. We’ve worked closely with the firm for a number of years and have placed a number of lawyers into the business. Feedback has consistently been positive around the people, quality of work and overall environment.

It’s a stable platform with an existing workflow - you’re not being brought in to build a family practice from scratch.

About the Role

You’ll work across a broad range of family law matters, including:




Complex property and financial settlements
Parenting and parenting disputes
Divorce and separation
High-value and complex family law matters
Negotiated settlements and contested proceedings

At the more senior end, there is scope to take greater ownership of the practice, mentor lawyers and play a key role in its future direction.

What They’re Looking For
3+ years’ PAE in Family Law
Strong experience managing family law matters
Confidence dealing directly with clients
Good drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
A commercial and practical approach
Senior Associates, Special Counsel and Partner-level lawyers are encouraged to apply
Competitive salary package based on experience
Flexible working arrangements
Strong long-term career progression
Established workflow and client base
Supportive and approachable leadership
Positive quality matters with direct client exposure
Sociable and collaborative team setting
Chance to mentor junior lawyers and help shape the practice
Stable platform with room to grow at a senior level
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