Job Description
What’s in it for you?
- High-quality work: Work with high net worth individuals and families on substantial property matters and sensitive parenting disputes.
- Court exposure: Be involved in contested litigation, urgent applications, interim hearings and matters progressing towards trial.
- Experienced mentors: Learn from senior family lawyers and Accredited Specialists in a dedicated family law practice.
- Ownership of matters: Manage files directly, build client relationships and develop your confidence as an Associate.
- Strong team culture: Join a firm known for its down-to-earth, collaborative and supportive working environment.
About your new employer:
- A well-regarded specialist family law practice with an established presence across multiple Australian cities.
- A dedicated team that includes experienced Accredited Family Law Specialists and lawyers handling complex family matters.
- A pragmatic, resolution-focused practice with strong litigation capability when court intervention is needed.
- A cooperative workplace that values mentoring, open communication and a positive team environment.
About the role:
- Manage family law matters covering property settlements, parenting arrangements, divorce, financial agreements and related issues.
- Assist high net worth clients with complex asset pools, including businesses, trusts, superannuation and investments.
- Conduct contested parenting and property matters, including urgent applications, interim hearings and trial preparation.
- Attend court, work with counsel and experts, and participate in mediations,
conferences and settlement discussions.
- Provide practical, empathetic and clear advice to clients navigating complex family and financial circumstances.
- Work closely with senior practitioners while progressively taking greater carriage of your own matters.
The ideal candidate:
- Approximately 3–5 years’ post-admission experience, with a focus on family law.
- Sound experience in parenting and property matters, including contested family law proceedings.
- Interest in high net worth property matters, urgent parenting applications and a varied family law practice.
- Ability to manage files with appropriate supervision and communicate confidently with clients and counsel.
- A practical, organised and empathetic approach to sensitive matters and competing deadlines.
- A team-oriented lawyer who values mentorship, positive culture and long-term professional development.
If this role does not align with your experience or career goals, please contact us to discuss other suitable opportunities.
Why work with us?
- We have access to 50% more roles than are publicly available.
- You will receive free CV advice and interview preparation tailored to the role.
- We provide market insights on team culture, salary expectations and career progression.
- Naiman Clarke has over 25 years of experience recruiting exclusively within the legal sector.
Contact Amy Brown today!
- Please enquire for the role reference number AB/60021
- Alternatively, click apply and email your resume in Word format to
[email protected]
- To view all current roles, visit the Naiman Clarke careers page.
📌 Family Associate 3-5 PAE (Sydney)
🏢 Naiman Clarke
📍 Sydney