Senior Lawyer

2 days ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia Buscojobs Full time

19th August, 2025

Senior Family Lawyer – Melbourne and Brisbane

Step into a senior role in a family-focused practice with national backing.

Are you an experienced family lawyer ready to take more ownership of your career, supported by resources to grow?

This is an opportunity to join a family-run style practice that's part of a growing 300+ staff national firm. You'll have the freedom to manage your own matters, build your network, and develop a strong client following—without the stress of running your own firm solo.

Here, you'll find a balance between autonomy and support: the chance to focus on client work and career progression, with robust admin, marketing, and cross-referral systems in place to help you succeed.

Why this role is worth considering:
  • Autonomy with support: Manage your own matters with guidance from a respected Principal.
  • Family-run culture: A collaborative, close-knit Melbourne team that values teamwork and client care—no unnecessary red tape.
  • Hybrid flexibility: Work from the Queen Street office 2–3 days per week, with the rest remote.
  • Structured growth: A clear pathway to Principal-level for those looking to step up soon.
  • Strong referral network: Built-in cross-practice referrals from Wills & Estates, Commercial, Litigation, and Employment.
What you'll be doing:
  • Managing a varied caseload of property settlements, parenting matters, and family violence work.
  • Building and maintaining client relationships with empathy and a commercial focus.
  • Growing your own client base with support from the firm's internal referrals and marketing.
  • Collaborating with the Principal and junior lawyers to deliver outstanding results for clients.
What we're looking for:
  • 5+ years PAE in Family Law, ideally at Senior Solicitor or Senior Associate level.
  • A modest referral network or the ability and drive to develop your own work.
  • Confidence managing matters end-to-end, with a strong client and commercial focus.
  • Someone who thrives in a family-oriented, collaborative team and wants to take the next step in their career.

If you're looking for a supportive, family-focused environment where you can grow your practice, bring your own style, and set yourself up for a future Principal role, we'd love to hear from you.

All enquiries are treated with the strictest confidentiality.

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