Shape the future of an established Family Law practice in one of Australia's most desirable regional locations as a key member of the leadership team.
Our Client: Our client is a respected North Queensland law firm serving businesses, families and individuals across the region.
People join for trusted client relationships, quality work and the opportunity to contribute to the future of an established practice.
People enjoy working here because they can combine high-quality Family Law work with genuine influence over the future of an established regional practice.
The leadership team values professionalism, collaboration, integrity and developing people.
The Opportunity: Lead a growing Family Law practice as Senior Family Lawyer, with appointment at Special Counsel or Partner level based on experience.
Manage complex matters, mentor lawyers and work with the leadership team on strategy and operations.
Duties Lead complex parenting, property and Family Court matters.
Advise clients and deliver high-quality legal outcomes.
Mentor and develop lawyers within the Family Law team.
Shape practice strategy, operations and succession planning.
Collaborate with leaders to grow client relationships.
Your Skills Experience: Significant post-admission experience practising Family Law.
Expertise across parenting, property, mediation and court matters.
Strong advocacy, negotiation and client relationship skills.
Commercial judgement and practice leadership capability.
Eligible to practise in Australia with a current practising certificate.
The Offer:



Special Counsel or Partner appointment Influence practice strategy and succession planning Established client base and quality Family Law work Diverse and loyal client base Mentor and develop the next generation of lawyers Long-term career stability Competitive remuneration aligned to seniority and experience Cairns location in desirable regional Queensland Collaborative leadership environment Applicants must be able to work from Cairns and have the legal right to work in Australia in a manner that allows them to meet the ongoing requirements of the position.
How to Apply: To apply online, click 'Apply' at the top of this page.
If you have a query regarding the application process, please contact our designated Recruitment Consultant, Virginia Sharpe, at ****** or ************.
Due to client confidentiality requirements, further information regarding the opportunity may only be provided following assessment of your application.
At CBC Staff Selection, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions equal opportunity, embraces diversity, promotes inclusion and prioritises flexibility and accessibility.
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CBC Staff Selection – Redefining Recruitment With 38 years' recruitment experience, CBC Staff Selection specialises in providing qualified, quality recruitment services to a wide range of candidates and clients throughout both Far North Queensland (Cairns region) and North Queensland (Townsville and Mackay region) as well as Regional Queensland.
Job Reference: *******/VS Competitive package + super | Special Counsel or Partner pathway Shape strategy, lead complex Family Law matters and mentor lawyers Established client base | Quality work in desirable Cairns Apply for job

📌 Senior Family Lawyer | Special Counsel Or Partner (Queensland)
🏢 CBC Staff Selection
📍 Queensland