Family Lawyer - Mandarin speaking (2+ years PAE)
About the role
A significant career prospect for an experienced
Mandarin-speaking Family Lawyer (2+ years PAE)
to join a highly respected and progressive family law team in Melbourne's Eastern suburbs. Due to the firm's growing Mandarin-speaking client base,
professional fluency in Mandarin is essential
for this position.
This well-resourced and growing practice offers high-quality work, great mentoring from an LIV Accredited Family Law Specialist, and real career progression in a close-knit and supportive team environment.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, you'll enjoy hands-on mentoring from senior practitioners, and clear progression pathways.
Part-time and flexible working options
may also be considered for the right candidate.
Duties
In this role, you will:
Advise on complex family law matters including parenting, property, child support, and financial agreements
Oversee a diverse caseload involving divorce, de facto and same-sex relationships, spousal maintenance, children's issues incl. Hague convention
Advise private clients on taxation and estate planning as it relates to family law
Engage in settlement negotiations, mediations, and litigation as required
Draft high-quality legal documentation and provide strategic advice to clients
Foster strong,



trust-based relationships with clients and key external stakeholders
Skills & experience
The ideal candidate will have:
Minimum 2+ years' PAE in family law
Professional fluency in Mandarin and English
(verbal and written)
Experience handling a wide range of matters independently, including property and parenting disputes
Strong technical, drafting, and client advisory skills
Excellent communication, time management, and organisational abilities
A collaborative mindset and the ability to work both autonomously and within a team
A proactive, professional, and client-focused approach
About our client
Our client is a leading suburban law firm with a strong reputation in family law, built on consistent results and high standards of client service. join a highly respected & progressive family law team! Here you will receive great mentoring and quality training with solid career development pathways. Our client has an excellent culture, is well resourced, which is a testament to their ongoing success!
Additional information
Leading Eastern Suburbs Firm I Progressive Family Law Team
Attractive Remuneration Package I Work with an LIV Accredited Specialist
Great Quality Work I High-Profile Clients I Autonomy + Support
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📌 Family Lawyer - Mandarin Speaking (2+ Years Pae) (Melbourne)
🏢 Legal People
📍 Melbourne