Job Description

Senior Associate Family Law (Full or Part-time) n
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About the role An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Lawyer (Senior Associate level) to join a highly regarded Melbourne CBD boutique practice offering quality work, genuine flexibility and long-term career progression.

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Why you’ll love this opportunity This firm genuinely understands the importance of flexibility and creating an environment where senior lawyers can build successful, sustainable careers.

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You will enjoy:

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- Work from home 2 days p/w, with additional flexibility available on an ad hoc basis
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- Part-time applications welcomed
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- A potential pathway to Partnership / Equity for someone who sees themselves operating within and contributing to the growth of a boutique practice
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- A 5% bonus on fees recovered from clients you refer directly to the firm, paid quarterly
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- An additional day of leave around your birthday
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- Firm-paid CPD and professional memberships
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- Support to undertake Family Law Accreditation
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- Dedicated administrative support from a shared Personal Assistant, supporting only one other lawyer
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- A collaborative and supportive team environment
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What you will be doing Your responsibilities will include:

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- Managing a broad range of family law matters, including parenting disputes, property settlements, financial agreements, divorce, family violence,



child support and Intervention Order proceedings
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- Running files autonomously from initial instructions through to resolution
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- Appearing in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia and the Magistrates’ Court of Victoria
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- Advising clients and representing them in negotiations, mediations and dispute resolution conferences
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- Drafting court documents, correspondence and complex legal advice
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- Building robust client relationships and mentoring junior lawyers
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- Contributing to the continued growth and reputation of the firm
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About you To be successful, you will ideally have:

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- 5+ years’ PAE , predominantly within family law
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- Strong technical knowledge of family law and relevant court procedures
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- Experience independently managing complex parenting and property matters
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- Confidence appearing in court and advocating for clients
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- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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- Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to develop trusted client relationships
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- A genuine desire to contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture
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If you are an experienced Family Lawyer looking for high-quality work, genuine flexibility, autonomy and a meaningful pathway for future progression, this is an opportunity well worth exploring.

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📌 Senior Associate Family Law (Full or Part-time) (Melbourne)
🏢 Legal People
📍 Melbourne