Associate - Family Law (3-5 years PQE)
1 day ago
*What's On Offer*
- Real mentorship and structured career progression in a supportive environment
- Access to diverse, complex family law matters
- Genuine team support and open communication
- Modern Melbourne CBD office with easy access to public transport
- Competitive remuneration reflective of experience @ $110,000 - $140,000 incl super
About the FirmOur client is a high-performing boutique family law firm, nationally recognised for its depth of expertise and genuine care for clients. Their Melbourne team is expanding under experienced family law leaders who value mentoring, quality advocacy, and steady professional growth.
What You'll Be DoingYou'll manage a varied family law caseload, complex property and parenting matters, whilst supported by partners who prioritise learning and professional development.
- Handle a mix of property settlements, parenting matters & mediations
- Appear in the Federal Circuit and Family Court with support from senior lawyers
- Draft consent orders, binding agreements and negotiation documents
- Build rapport with clients and develop your own client relationships
What You'll Bring
- Admitted to practice in VIC with 3–5 years' PQE in family law
- Confident file management and client-facing communication
- Strong advocacy, drafting and attention to detail
- Eager to grow under respected family law leaders
Build a Career with Leading Family Law Specialists – Apply Now
Apply now or email your resume to Janine Cloete (Legal – VIC & SA) at to hear more about the opportunity. You can also contact Janine on
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