Description

Family Lawyer – Junior to Senior
Sydney CBD
Boutique Specialist Family Law Practice

A highly regarded boutique family law practice in the Sydney CBD is seeking a Junior Family Lawyer and a Senior Family Lawyer to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work in a specialist family law environment, advising clients across a broad range of matters including parenting disputes, property settlements, divorce, financial agreements and complex family law litigation.

You will be joining a supportive and collaborative team that is known for delivering high-quality legal work while maintaining a strong client-focused approach.

The Opportunity

• You will work across a variety of family law matters including:
• Parenting and child custody disputes
• Divorce and separation matters
• Property settlements and financial agreements
• Spousal maintenance matters
• Complex asset structures and high-value property matters
• Court proceedings in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia

This role provides excellent mentorship, client exposure and hands-on experience, with opportunities to grow your career within a specialist family law practice.


Junior Family Lawyer (1–3 PAE)
This role is ideal for a lawyer looking to build strong foundations in family law.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting senior lawyers on parenting and property matters
• Drafting court documents, affidavits and legal correspondence
• Conducting legal research and preparing briefs
• Attending mediations, client conferences and court appearances
• Supporting the progression of matters from commencement through to resolution

Senior Family Lawyer (4+ PAE)
This role suits an experienced lawyer looking to run matters with autonomy and contribute to the growth of the practice.

Responsibilities include:

• Managing your own family law caseload
• Appearing in court and attending mediations and settlement conferences
• Advising clients on complex parenting and property matters
• Mentoring junior lawyers within the team
• Building strong client relationships and contributing to the firm’s continued growth

About You

• Admitted as a Solicitor in Australia with a current practising certificate
• Experience in family law or a strong interest in specialising in family law
• Strong drafting, negotiation and client communication skills
• Ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy
• Excellent organisational and time management skills
• A collaborative and proactive approach to legal practice

What’s on Offer

• Work within a specialist family law practice
• Exposure to complex and high-quality family law matters
• Supportive team culture and strong mentorship
• Opportunity to grow with a developing team and practice
• Sydney CBD office location

Apply

To apply, please submit your application here.

For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Sharannah Harris
Principal Consultant – Legal
0404 292 966
sharris@leadgrp.com.au