Special Counsel / Principal Family Lawyer

Central Sydney Location | Full time Our award winning law firm is on the hunt for a Special Counsel/ Principal to join its Family Law team. The position is reserved for a practitioner of established standing, one whose judgement is sought by clients and respected by the profession, and who is prepared to accept responsibility for the standards, the people and the reputation of the practice. Founded in 2011, the firm has become one of New South Wales’ most respected full-service practices. Our clients include individuals, high-net-worth families, developers, insolvency practitioners, corporations and business owners. As the Family Law team expands, this appointment will be central to its direction. The Appointment

Reporting to the Directors, you will assume carriage of a complex, high-value caseload and set the professional standard for the team. You will supervise and develop junior lawyers, and your authority within the practice will grow in step with its success. The portfolio encompasses:

Property settlements of substantial value, including matters involving trusts, corporate structures and third-party interests Parenting disputes, including relocation and international matters Child support assessments and disputes Multi-party and high-conflict proceedings Divorce applications and hearings Domestic and family violence matters, including contested proceedings Mediations and dispute resolution conferences Federal Circuit and Family Court proceedings,



from complex interlocutory applications through to final hearing Requirements

Seven or more years’ post-admission experience, predominantly in family law Authoritative knowledge of Federal Circuit and Family Court practice, procedure and rules A distinguished record of independently conducting complex matters from commencement to final hearing Drafting of exceptional quality, including affidavits, Initiating Applications, Responses, Financial Statements, Consent Orders and correspondence Advocacy and negotiation skills proven at mentions, mediations, directions hearings, interim hearings and settlement conferences Commercial acumen, and the standing to advise high-net-worth and high-conflict clients with authority and discretion The emotional intelligence to lead clients and colleagues through demanding matters Rigorous organisation and absolute reliability against strict court deadlines Considered Favourably

Depth of experience in complex parenting and property matters Familiarity with electronic filing and practice management platforms A transparent commitment to building a long-term leadership profile in family law The Practice

Our offices are located in in the heart of Parramatta - directly above Parramatta Station and close to light rail, ferry services and the M4, in the centre of Western Sydney’s second CBD. All enquiries and applications are treated in strict confidence.

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📌 Special Counsel / Principal Family Lawyer (Haymarket)
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