Family Lawyer (Associate to Senior Associate)

Join a national specialist family law firm in Sydney CBD as an Associate or Senior Associate. This is a full-time, permanent role with hybrid working available and salary of $120,000 to $190,000 + super, depending on experience.

Salary and Features of the position:

This role stands out for lawyers who want strong pay, real flexibility and a workplace that invests properly in its people. The broader EVP points to hybrid work, monthly paid CLE, wellness benefits, extra leave over time and a clear focus on professional growth in a specialist family law environment.

• $120,000 to $190,000 + superannuation
• Hybrid working available
• Monthly paid CLE seminars and professional development support
• Wellness benefits and practical lifestyle perks
• Extra annual leave from Year 5
• Long-term loyalty benefit at 10 years
• Clear progression from Associate to Senior Associate and beyond

About the role

You will manage a diverse family law caseload from initial consultation through to resolution, with genuine autonomy and support from experienced senior lawyers. The work includes both day-to-day family law matters and more complex files involving layered asset structures and sensitive client issues.

• Manage parenting disputes, property settlements, divorce, spousal maintenance and binding financial agreements
• Handle complex and high-net-worth matters involving trusts, corporate structures, self-managed superannuation funds and multi-jurisdictional assets
• Prepare court documents, affidavits, financial statements and submissions
• Represent clients in the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia
• Conduct negotiations, mediations and conciliation conferences
• Advise on recent Family Law Act reforms, including family violence changes affecting parenting and property matters
• Mentor junior lawyers and legal assistants at Senior Associate level
• Contribute to business development and client relationship management

What you'll bring

• Admitted as a Solicitor in NSW, or eligible for admission
• Minimum 2 years PAE for Associate level
• 5+ years PAE for Senior Associate level
• Demonstrated experience managing family law matters with growing complexity and autonomy
• Strong technical knowledge of the Family Law Act 1975, Court rules and recent legislative changes
• Excellent written and verbal advocacy skills
• Compassionate, client-focused approach
• Commercial awareness and strong file management skills
• Collaborative style and positive contribution to team culture

Ready to make your next move?
Apply now or contact Daniel Cappellacci at Gorilla Jobs for a confidential discussion:
Daniel Cappellacci | Head of Legal Recruitment
M: +61 468 718 155 (preferred) | E: daniel@gorillajobs.com.au
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