About the role
This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Lawyer with 3–5 years’ PAE to join a thriving and well-resourced practice. You’ll manage a diverse caseload with a good level of autonomy, while benefiting from the support and guidance of experienced senior practitioners. Working within a team-oriented and professional team, you’ll have the opportunity to further develop your technical skills, build strong client relationships and progress your career within a growing practice.
Benefits
Enjoy an attractive salary with a supportive, close-knit team (very low staff turnover), modern infrastructure, and strong administrative support. The firm offers genuine career advancement opportunities, a healthy work/life balance, and a real chance to make your mark in a respected and forward-thinking practice.
Duties In this role, you will:
- Manage a diverse family law caseload with a focus on complex parenting and property matters
- Draft and negotiate high-quality legal documents including BFAs and parenting plans
- Appear in court and represent clients in mediations and negotiations
- Work directly with private clients and provide strategic, practical advice
- Contribute to the firm’s continued growth through building strong client relationships and supporting junior team members where appropriate
Skills & experience The ideal candidate will have:
- 3+ years’ PAE in a broad range of Family law matters; incl. complex divorce & property settlements; binding financial agreements, child support, children's issues incl. Hague convention, defacto & same sex relationships etc.
- Experience in dealing with private clients and understanding of taxation and estate planning as it relates to family law
- Eagerness & ability to handle matters with strong drafting skills & a keen eye for detail
- Excellent 'client service' & attention to detail
- Enjoy being an integral team player.
About our client
Located in Melbourne’s eastern suburbs, this well-known and respected firm is recognised for its warm, inclusive culture and commitment to excellence. With a strong focus on continuous improvement and innovation, the firm combines modern technology with deep legal expertise to deliver exceptional outcomes. Staff are genuinely supported to grow, contribute, and enjoy long-term career satisfaction.
How to apply To express your interest, simply click on the Apply Now button.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact:
Sharon Henderson l Partner
Legal People
M: 0418 361 199
E:
[email protected]
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📌 Family Lawyer (3-5 Years PAE) (Melbourne)
🏢 Legal People
📍 Melbourne