Our client is a long-established, full-service suburban firm in South West Sydney, known for practical, hands-on advice to local families and businesses. They are looking for a Senior Family Lawyer who wants to run a meaningful caseload and still be home for dinner.
Why you'll love it here
$140K to $160K, pitched at a family lawyer with 7 to 10+ years PAE, so your experience is paid at senior level
A genuine 9 to 5, Monday to Friday, with no late hours and no weekend work, so your evenings and weekends stay yours
A suburban office, so if you live in the south west there is no CBD commute and no city parking bill
A family-friendly culture that treats your life outside work as real
A full-service firm, so colleagues in property, wills and business law are on hand when a family matter crosses over
Direct client contact and real ownership of your files as a senior member of the team
About the role
A senior family law seat running your own caseload of parenting and property matters, from first instructions through to final orders:
Run family law files end to end, including parenting matters and property settlements
Advise clients on separation, divorce,



parenting arrangements and financial settlements
Draft and negotiate consent orders, parenting plans and binding financial agreements
Prepare matters for mediation, conciliation and court, and appear in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
Support and mentor less experienced colleagues as the team requires
Build lasting relationships with clients and local referrers
What you'll bring
7 to 10+ years PAE in family law, across both parenting and property matters
Admission to practise in NSW with a current practising certificate
The confidence to run files independently and appear in court
Robust drafting and negotiation skills, with a calm and empathetic manner with clients in difficult circumstances
Happy working from the office, Monday to Friday
Additional information
$140K to $160K for a Senior Family Lawyer with Minimum 7+ years PAE
Pure 9 to 5, Monday to Friday: no late nights, no weekend work
Run your own family law files at a family-friendly suburban firm
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📌 Senior Family Lawyer | 7+ Pae | Established South West Sydney Firm
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