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 workplace.
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
Strong 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.

📌 Senior Lawyer - Family Law (Townsville)
🏢 Preston Law
📍 Townsville