Solicitor: Family Law Practitioner (2-5 PQE)
Full‐time
About the role
Sterling Legal is seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE to join our growing Family Law Team in our Sydney CBD office.
This role suits a family lawyer who is ready to take genuine ownership of matters, develop advocacy and leadership skills, and build a long‐term career within a growing practice.
You will manage a diverse family law practice, including:
parenting and children's matters
property and financial settlements
binding agreements
divorce and separation
family violence and protection matters
complex and contested family law proceedings
You will have direct client responsibility and work closely with senior practitioners on strategy, advocacy and complex matters.
Key Responsibilities
managing family law matters from initial consultation through negotiation, mediation, litigation and final resolution
providing clear, strategic and empathetic advice to clients
preparing applications, affidavits, financial documents, briefs, submissions and correspondence
appearing in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and other courts where appropriate
representing clients in mediations, dispute resolution conferences and negotiations
developing case strategy in consultation with senior practitioners
managing disclosure, evidence and preparation for interim and final hearings
supervising and mentoring junior lawyers and paralegals where appropriate
developing and maintaining precedents and practice resources




keeping current with developments in family law legislation, procedure and case law
contributing to the ongoing development of our Family Law Team
About You
We are looking for a solicitor who:
is admitted to practise in Australia (Supreme Court and High Court admissions) and holds a current practising certificate
has 2 to 5 years PQE, with substantial experience in family law
has experience managing family law matters from commencement through to resolution
has sound knowledge of the Family Law Act **** and Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia practice and procedure
is confident in court appearances, negotiation and client management
demonstrates strong drafting, analytical and communication skills
manages competing deadlines and a busy caseload with discipline and attention to detail
approaches matters strategically while remaining sensitive to the personal circumstances of clients
takes ownership of files and accepts responsibility for progressing matters
works effectively within a team and supports junior practitioners
is committed to high professional standards, integrity and client service
About Sterling Legal




Sterling Legal is a growing Australian law firm with a substantial family law practice.
Our approach combines strategic legal advice, strong advocacy and genuine client care. Family law clients often come to us during difficult periods in their lives. We aim to give them clear advice, practical solutions and confidence in the way their matter is being managed.
Our philosophy is reflected in our commitment to being Your Partners in Law and in our core values:
Passion. Strategy. Solutions.
We value collaboration, professional development, accountability and high-quality legal work. Our lawyers are encouraged to develop their own professional identity, deepen their technical expertise and take increasing responsibility as their careers progress.
What we offer
Joining Sterling Legal provides:
a market-competitive salary package with performance‐based incentives
direct mentoring and professional development from experienced senior lawyers
genuine responsibility for your own files and clients
regular advocacy, mediation and litigation experience
support from lawyers and paralegals within a collaborative team structure
flexible working arrangements, including hybrid work by arrangement
opportunities to develop leadership and supervisory experience
career progression within a growing practice
a genuine pathway towards senior roles and, for the right practitioner, partnership
a professional environment where initiative, judgment and contribution are recognised
All applications will be treated confidentially.
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📌 Solicitor (Family Law) (Sydney)
🏢 Sterling Legal
📍 Sydney