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Managing Director at Thornton + King, Accredited Specialist in Property LawPart-Time Family Lawyer (1–3 years PQE)
About our firm
Thornton + King is a boutique, award-winning law firm with offices in Balmain, Willoughby, and Hornsby, New South Wales. With a heritage dating back to 1924, we're proud to have served multiple generations of families across Sydney—bringing top-tier expertise, genuine care, and clear, practical advice to every matter.
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.
Seniority level- Seniority levelNot Applicable
- Employment typePart-time
- Job functionLegal and Administrative
- IndustriesLegal Services, Law Practice, and Office Administration
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