Preston Law stands proudly as the largest law firm in Far North Queensland. We know our most valuable resource is our people. We have built our culture around driven individuals who value professionalism just as much as they value enjoying their work within a supportive team environment. We foster a people-first workplace where passionate professionals embrace challenges, collaborate effectively, act with honesty and integrity, and communicate openly.

The Role We are looking for an experienced Senior Family Lawyer to join our growing Townsville team. This is a key role for a confident practitioner who is ready to manage a substantial practice, run complex matters independently and help shape the next generation of family lawyers. Your responsibilities will include:

Managing a complex family law caseload with a high degree of autonomy

Property and financial settlements, including matters involving trusts, companies and significant asset pools

Parenting and children’s matters, including contested and urgent applications

Divorce proceedings and domestic violence matters

Appearing in court, conducting mediations and negotiating settlementsSupervising, mentoring and reviewing the work of junior lawyers and support staff

Building client relationships and contributing to business development and the growth of the practice

What You Bring You are an accomplished family lawyer who enjoys complex work, leads by example and takes pride in delivering outstanding client outcomes.



We want to hear from you if you meet the following criteria:

Current (or eligibility for) a Queensland practising certificate

5+ years PAE in family law (Accredited Family Law Specialist status highly regarded)

Demonstrated ability to run a complex file load independently from instruction through to resolution

Robust advocacy skills and confidence appearing in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia

Sound commercial judgement and the ability to manage budgets, fees and client expectations

Experience supervising or mentoring junior lawyers, or a strong desire to do so

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds

Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to quality

Why Join Us We believe that you do your best work when you feel supported both inside and outside the office. We offer a genuine value proposition for our team members:

Work-Life Balance:

A culture genuinely aimed at achieving a healthy work-life quality balance.

Competitive Salary:

A compensation package that matches your experience and skills.

Supportive Environment:

A positive, team-oriented workplace where you can thrive.

Leadership Opportunities:

Scope to lead and develop a team and play a key role in growing our Townsville family law practice.

Career Growth:

Real opportunities for professional development and career progression, including a pathway to senior associate and beyond.

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📌 Senior Lawyer (Townsville City)
🏢 Preston Law
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