Family Lawyer

13 hours ago

Melbourne, Victoria, Australia empire group Full time $80,000 - $120,000 per year

Family Lawyer

About the Opportunity

Are you an experienced family lawyer looking for your next step in a genuinely supportive and established firm?

A well-established Melbourne-based commercial law firm is seeking a Family Lawyer with 3 years pae min, to join its respected Family Law team. This is a rare opportunity for a Lawyer/Associate/SA to step into a great team, with genuine support, autonomy, and a consistent pipeline of quality work.

You'll be working alongside a collaborative, experienced team with a reputation for delivering clear, compassionate, and strategic advice to clients navigating separation, parenting, and property matters.

The Role

As a member of the team, you will:

  • Advise on complex parenting and financial matters, including parenting arrangements, child support, and spousal maintenance
  • Resolve matters through mediation, negotiation, collaborative law, and litigation when required
  • Assist in family violence and intervention order matters
  • Guide and mentor junior lawyers and help drive the continued growth of the practice

You will have

  • At least 3 years' post-admission experience in family law
  • Strong technical expertise across parenting, property, financial agreements, and litigation
  • A calm, confident, and empathetic approach to client service
  • Experience advising high-net-worth individuals and managing complex asset structures
  • Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively
  • Interest in mentoring, leadership, and practice development

Why This Role Could Be Right for You

  • Consistent flow of high-quality family law work
  • Real autonomy with strong internal support
  • Collegiate and down-to-earth team culture
  • Genuine work-life balance and flexible hybrid working
  • Structured pathway for career development and progression
  • Well-resourced firm in a central Melbourne location

How to Apply

For a confidential discussion regarding this role:

Libby Mizrahi LLB(Hons) | Partner - Legal Professional

Ref No:28644

Email:

Phone:

Libby Mizrahi, Partner - Legal Professional Recruiter at empire group, offers nearly two decades of expertise in the Melbourne Legal Recruitment Market. Passionate about matching lawyers with the ideal firm and role, she ensures a perfect fit for both sides.

If this opportunity isn't right for you, Libby is actively recruiting for a variety of roles and has a strong network to offer exclusive positions with key clients. With expertise in tailoring CVs and interview preparation for specific roles, Libby ensures you stand out.

For critical market insights on salary expectations and a confidential career discussion, reach out to Libby today

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