Family Lawyer 1-3 years PQE

4 weeks ago

The Council of the Shire of Hornsby, Australia thornton and king Full time
About the role

We are seeking a part-time Family Lawyer (1–3 years PQE) to join our growing Family Law team, working closely with our Law Society Accredited Specialist in our Hornsby office. You'll have exposure to a broad range of family law matters, including parenting, property/financial settlements, binding financial agreements, divorce, and urgent and interim applications. You'll draft high-quality documents, manage client relationships, and contribute to strategy on active files.

Location: Hornsby (in-person)

Load: 5 days per fortnight (3/2 arrangement), with scope to increase

Flexibility: Part-time with genuinely supportive, family-friendly flexibility

Remuneration: Commensurate with experience

Why you\'ll want to work with us

Work with the Best: Learn directly from a Family Law Accredited Specialist. Our broader team includes multiple Accredited Specialists and the former President of the Law Society of NSW.

High-Calibre Matters: Act on a diverse mix of family law files with meaningful client impact.

Career Growth: Hands-on mentoring, structured feedback, and support toward Specialist Accreditation (when eligible).

Award-Winning Culture: Join a collegiate, supportive team recognised for excellence in client service and legal practice.

What we're looking for

1–3 years' post-admission experience in family law.

A genuine passion for family law and client care.

Strong drafting skills, attention to detail, and a proactive approach.

Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Commercial awareness, including comfort working to realistic budgets and timeframes.

An interest in pursuing Specialist Accreditation (when eligible).

Apply now

If you're looking for a role that will challenge, support, and accelerate your development in family law, we'd love to hear from you.

Please submit a brief cover letter (max 1 page) and CV.

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