Family Lawyer (5+ years) | Bayside Law Practice

Great people. Interesting matters. Genuine mentorship. And yes, we have a laugh.

About the opportunity

Love family law? Take pride in your work and enjoy being around a excellent team? We might just be the right fit for you.

We are a busy family law practice in Bardwell Park, in Sydney's Bayside area, and looking for an experienced Family Lawyer with 5+ years of post-admission experience to join our team.

We genuinely care about our clients and take pride in delivering exceptional legal advice and representation. We also believe in enjoying the people that you work with makes a big difference to your day. There's plenty of laughter, a supportive atmosphere and a shared commitment to doing great work.

And here's where the opportunity gets interesting.

You will have the chance to work closely with experienced practitioners who are genuinely invested in mentoring you, sharing knowledge and helping you develop your confidence, technical expertise and professional judgement.

You will manage your own clients and matters, gain exposure to interesting and complex family law cases and have the support to keep developing into an even stronger lawyer.

We are looking for someone who wants to contribute, grow and become a valued part of our practice, not simply fill a position.

What you'll be doing

- You will have the prospect to take ownership of a diverse range of family law matters, including:

- property settlements

- parenting arrangements

- spousal maintenance

- child support

- financial agreements

- divorce

- Preparing court documents, affidavits and legal correspondence

- Attending mediation, negotiating settlements and agreements between parties to achieve cost-effective and amicable resolutions where possible

- Appearing in court on behalf of clients in family law court proceedings

- Providing practical, strategic and compassionate advice to clients navigating challenging circumstances

- Managing your own files and building trusted client relationships

About You

We are looking for a lawyer who is technically capable, commercially minded and genuinely passionate about family law - someone who brings both professionalism and personality to the office.

Ideally, you will be someone who:

- Has at least five years’ post-admission experience,



expertise and practical experience across core family law areas, including property division, parenting matters, divorce proceedings and related financial issues

- Has strong technical knowledge across a broad range of family law matters

- Strong advocacy and negotiation skills, with the ability to represent clients effectively in both alternative dispute resolution processes and court proceedings

- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex legal concepts clearly to clients

- Is highly organised, detail-oriented and takes real pride in the quality of their work

- Is confident managing files, communicating with clients and progressing matters independently

- Can think strategically, solve problems and exercise sound judgement

- Builds rapport easily with clients, colleagues and people from all walks of life

- Has a strong work ethic, takes initiative and follows through on commitments

- Enjoys collaborating, sharing ideas and contributing to the success of the practice

- Has a good sense of humour and enjoys being part of a friendly, down-to-earth team

Most importantly, you’re someone who genuinely cares.

About your clients. About the quality of your work. About the people around you. And about continuing to become the best lawyer you can be.

What we offer

- Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications, and generous bonus package for high performers

- We cover the cost of your practising certificate and your CLE requirements

- Ongoing professional development and training opportunities to support your career progression (including collaborative practice training)

- A collaborative and supportive team workplace where your contributions are valued

- Adaptable working arrangements where practicable to support work-life balance

- The opportunity to work on a diverse range of family law matters and develop specialist expertise





- Clear career progression pathways and mentoring from experienced practitioners

- A workplace culture centred on client care, integrity and professional excellence

- Off-street and council parking and convenient public transport options

Why join us?

Because where you work, who you work with and how you grow all matter.

We’re offering more than a desk and a caseload.

Genuine mentorship

Work closely with experienced family law practitioners who want to share knowledge, challenge your thinking and help you develop professionally.

Real responsibility and autonomy

Take ownership of your matters, build relationships with your clients and have a meaningful role in their outcomes.

Interesting and challenging work

Gain exposure to a broad range of family law matters, including complex cases that will continue to build your expertise.

A workplace with personality

We are professional when it counts, supportive when it matters and always happy to share a good story. We believe a positive working environment and high professional standards can absolutely go hand in hand.

An opportunity to grow

As our practice continues to develop, we want someone who is excited about growing with us and contributing to our future success.

A values based team

We are committed to providing compassionate, professional and strategic legal representation to our clients during some of life's most challenging moments. Our team is built on a foundation of expertise, integrity, a high-touch service and a genuine commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for families.

The kind of person who thrives here

You are someone who enjoys being busy, takes ownership of your responsibilities and gets satisfaction from doing a job really well.

You understand that family law can be demanding, and you are prepared to put in the effort when it matters. You also appreciate a workplace where people support each other, celebrate the wins and don’t forget to have a laugh along the way.

If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.

We also welcome confidential conversations with more senior practitioners who are looking for a refreshed, supportive team culture.

Ready for your next move?

We look forward to learning more about how you can contribute to the FKG LAW team.

📌 Family Lawyer (5+ years) | Bayside Law Practice (Sydney)
🏢 FKG LAW
📍 Sydney