24 Family Law jobs

Position: Solicitor – Family Law Focus Location: Inverell, North-West NSW Job Type: In-person Job Status: Full-time Experience Required: Minimum 12 months PAE (Preference for 2-3 years) Salary: Negotiable, commensurate with experience Salary Guide: $80,000 - $100,000 + Bonuses Listing Close Date: 8 February 2026   About Us Gwydir Law is a thriving general practice firm located in the picturesque township of Inverell, in the north-west region of NSW. We specialise in Criminal Law, Family Law, Wills & Estates and Conveyancing. Our small, close-knit team consists of an office manager, two solicitors, a graduate soon to be admitted, and two other support staff. We are dedicated to providing high-quality legal services to our local community and fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment. The Role We are seeking a Solicitor with a focus on Family Law, particularly in children’s and...

Thornton + King is an award-winning boutique law firm with offices in Balmain, Willoughby and Hornsby. We are a close-knit team of experienced professionals who pride ourselves on delivering high-quality, personalised legal services in a supportive and collegiate environment. Our growing Family Law team is seeking a solicitor with 1–3 years’ experience to join our Hornsby office. You will work closely with our Family Law Accredited Specialist on a range of family law matters, while also gaining exposure to estates work. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer who is passionate about family law and interested in developing broader expertise across related practice areas. The Role Working alongside our Family Law Accredited Specialist, you will assist with and manage a range of family law matters, while also supporting estates work within the team. You will be involved in matters including: Property settlements and financial matters Parenting disputes...

Great opportunity in family law for a recent graduate who may or may not already be admitted as a lawyer. Full-time role, based in Sydney CBD, 4 days in the office, 1 day WFH. Responsibilities Assist the principal solicitor with family law matters. Your role will mainly be the accurate drafting of family law documents in non-litigious matters, you will be required to have some contact with clients by telephone and in conference online to obtain further instructions as required. This role is mainly drafting documents such as application forms, consent orders, financial agreements, etc. You will be provided with clear instructions, guidance, appropriate tools, resources, and precedents. You must be comfortable with drafting to a high standard, with accuracy, and attention to detail. Qualifications You must be a law graduate from an Australian university who has completed, or is completing, their PLT course. You must have some demonstrated knowledge of and interest in...

CMI Legal is a high rated and growing legal practice based in Chatswood that focuses on delivering the best client experience when providing legal services. We are a general practice firm with practice areas in commercial transactions, corporate advisory, property conveyancing, migration law and family law.   We are currently looking for a recent law graduate or lawyer with up to 3 years of experience to join our team as a full-time lawyer.   The position will mainly be involved in handling property conveyancing, migration and commercial matters. There are opportunities to gain exposure to intellectual property, family law or other areas if suitable.   We work in a team environment with friendly working hours (option for work from home on some days of the week). Our team is dynamic and committed to bringing value to our clients. We are founded on the ideology that we must fully understand the client’s circumstances when assessing the best solution available to the...

EXC Law is a modern and progressive law firm based in the Sydney CBD, practising primarily in employment law, commercial law, property, civil litigation, intellectual property, immigration and family law. We continually invest in our people, including learning and development opportunities. You will have the opportunity to work alongside with our experienced Principal Solicitor - Natalie Lim, together with our Special Counsel - James Cho, who is a former Deputy District Registrar of the Federal Court of Australia and Registrar of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia with extensive experience in resolving disputes (presiding in hearings or as registrar mediator) in a diverse range of practice areas, including industrial law, human rights and administrative law, corporations and insolvency law and intellectual property law. We are committed to inviting people from all walks of life to work with us and grow their careers in their own unique way. We are currently...

EXC Law is a modern and progressive law firm based in the Sydney CBD practising primarily in employment law, commercial law, property, civil litigation, intellectual property, immigration, and family law . We continually invest in our people, providing learning and development opportunities to help our team grow their careers in meaningful and rewarding ways. You will have the opportunity to work closely with our Principal Solicitor, Natalie Lim , and our Special Counsel, James Cho — a former Deputy District Registrar of the Federal Court of Australia and Registrar of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, who brings extensive experience in resolving disputes across industrial, human rights, administrative, corporations, insolvency, and intellectual property law. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive team and invite people from all walks of life to develop their legal careers with us. The Role We are currently seeking a Property,...

The HIV/AIDS Legal Centre (HALC) is currently looking for Volunteer Intake Paralegals  to join our team for an immediate start. About the organisation: HALC provides free legal services to people affected by HIV and hepatitis-related legal issues, including:  Immigration Administrative Law Public Health Criminal Employment Discrimination Insurance/Superannuation Estate planning Social Security Family Position Description: Volunteers perform a variety of day-to-day tasks including - Answering phones and delivering messages; New client intakes; General administrative work; Researching legal and administrative laws and procedures; Ad hoc tasks such as drafting letters of advice and submissions or project work. Essential criteria: sensitivity to people affected by HIV and Hep C sensitivity towards clients from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds, the LGBTI community, sex workers, people who use drugs and persons...

ACME H & L Legal seeks a dedicated team player to join its busy firm as Practical Legal Trainee (PLT) /  Junior Lawyer.  These positions are available at our Sydney office.   PLT Position   ACME H & L Legal (Sydney office)   Responsibilities include drafting correspondence and emails, conducting legal research, photocopying and scanning and assisting our solicitors with other administrative and legal tasks. You will receive on the job training from our solicitors. This is an unpaid position. You must be available to work a minimum of 3 days per week.   PLT / Junior Lawyer Position   ACME H & L Legal (Sydney office)   1.Review and drafting legal documents. 2. Sound legal research and analytically skills; 3.Comprehensive legal knowledge, in particular knowledge in property law, lease, family matters.   We are a fast-growing busy law firm located at CBD Sydney. We are now looking for a candidate with 1 year + PQE experience to fill in a...

Purpose of Position The primary role of Legal Associates is to support and assist judges of the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia (Division 1), which is a Federal Court of superior record that exercises jurisdiction exclusively in Family Law.  Legal Associates assist in researching cases, points of law, preparing matters for hearing and other related matters for judges sitting at first instance and/or in Appeals. Legal Associates are responsible for providing assistance to judicial officers during court hearings and other administrative support to judges, as required.  In addition, Legal Associates perform court support duties. Legal Associates primarily provide assistance to designated judges but may be asked to assist other judges if the need arises.  Some travel may be required. Key Responsibilities and Duties The occupant of this position: provides research assistance to judicial officers. Day-to-day running of chambers including responding to...

Company Description Quantum Law Group is an award-winning, innovative, and dynamic law firm with a mission to revolutionise the delivery of legal services. Our firm and its Partners have achieved over 100 legal and business awards in less than 5 years. We pride ourselves on our ability to cross the boundaries between traditional and innovative legal practice to deliver value, results, and success.   Our firm handles a wide range of practice areas including Dispute Resolution and Litigation, Property Law, Corporate and Commercial Law, Family Law, and Criminal Law.   This unique opportunity will see you join our team as a senior solicitor and work across a wide range of high-profile cases and some of the most complex and interesting cutting-edge challenges in the practice of law.   Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Associate (5 years+ PAE). You will be responsible for providing legal advice and representation to clients, preparing...

Company Description Quantum Law Group is an award-winning, innovative, and dynamic law firm with a mission to revolutionise the delivery of legal services. Our firm and its Partners have achieved over 100 legal awards in less than 5 years. We pride ourselves on our ability to cross the boundaries between traditional and innovative legal practice to deliver value, results, and success. Our firm handles a wide range of practice areas including Dispute Resolution and Litigation, Property Law, Corporate and Commercial Law, Asset Protection, Family Law, and Criminal Law.   This unique opportunity will see you join our team as a solicitor and work across a wide range of high-profile cases and some of the most complex and interesting cutting-edge challenges in the practice of law.    Role Description This is a full-time on-site role for a Solicitor or Senior Solicitor (depending on your PAE). The Solicitor will be responsible for providing legal advice and...

About the business We are a thriving and dynamic firm practising primarily in family and criminal litigation. We are searching for an admitted solicitor to work closely with the Principal and the team. The firm has a solid stimulating, interesting and varied work inflow.  We are expanding and searching for the right candidate to assist our team. In return, the successful candidate will have the opportunity to grow and excel significantly in their legal career. We are open to fast-paced career progression. About the role  Key responsibilities include: Assist the Principal Lawyer and the team in a busy and thriving boutique practice; Working closely with the Principal on interesting, varied & complex Criminal, Family & Civil litigation law matters; Working autonomously and taking active carriage of files; Court attendance including hearings, mentions, procedural hearings, conciliation conferences, mediations, interim hearings, and instructing counsel in...

The Roman Lawyers is offering up to eight volunteer internship positions to students Leo Cousin, College of Law and law students in their final year of their law degree who wish to  gain experience and develop connections with members of the legal profession. The internship will operate like a clerkship. The internship will be of interest to students considering a career as a solicitor, however prospective applicants do not need to have decided to pursue a career as a solicitor in order to apply. Interns will obtain, under supervision  practical knowledge of law and procedure in criminal, civil, family, and conveyancing. There will be a comprehensive induction and training – equip yourself with the skills and knowledge to thrive in public interest law and a diverse practice area – rotate through placements in criminal law, commercial and civil litigation, family law, and conveyancing. Interns will obtain the basic necessary administrations skills required to...

Maksisi Lawyers is a boutique law firm located in the heart of Sydney CBD, specialising in a variety of areas such as civil and commercial litigation, family law, criminal law, and employment law. We pride ourselves on delivering exceptional legal services with a personalised touch. Position We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Graduate/Junior Solicitor to join our dynamic team full-time. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with our Principal Solicitor, gaining exposure to a variety of matters. Experience as a paralegal, graduate, or solicitor essential.   The right candidate will have excellent communication skills, as well as the ability to apply critical thinking to the work they do. They will also effectively manage competing priorities and meet deadlines in support of the Principal Solicitor. It is also essential to be able and willing to work across a variety of practice areas.  How to Apply:  If you meet the criteria and are...

We are a busy, boutique law firm in the city that practices Employment & Industrial law as well as Family law, and are seeking a trainee law graduate to conduct their Practical Legal Training with us. Almost all of our solicitors started their careers with us in this manner and have learned the ropes by being provided with on-the-job training utilizing the buddy-system, whereby you learn from the more experienced solicitors by doing & simultaneously being guided and mentored by the Partners. In order to be considered for this position, you must be able to: 1.        Commit to training with us for 2 – 3 days per week, over a 6 – 9 month period overall; 2.        Have full rights to work in Australia without restriction; 3.        Provide a Police clearance upon request; 4.        Provide Referees upon request; 5.        Demonstrate prior interest in, and/or have studied Employment law or Family law at university or at college; and...

About Us Alton Legal is a well-established law firm located in the heart of Sydney's Central Business District. We are known for our dedication to delivering high-quality legal services across a broad spectrum of practice areas. The Position Alton Legal is seeking dedicated and enthusiastic law students looking to gain practical experience. In this role, you will gain exposure to various aspects of law practice, including: Taking client instructions. Conducting legal research and analysis. Conducting due diligence investigations into property and title searches. Drafting legal documents, including briefs to counsel, written submissions, and affidavits. Liaising with clients, other solicitors, courts, real estate agents, and financial institutions etc. Other administrative and clerical duties. Please note this role is an unpaid fulltime volunteer position. However, all our solicitors are employed directly from the PLT pool, and as such there may well be...

Our Firm Verde Lawyers is a law firm located in Sydney CBD, specialising in the areas of family law, wills and estates, commercial litigation and migration law. Our client base includes both corporate and individual clients within Australia and based internationally. We are looking for a motivated and reliable Family Lawyer / Commercial Lawyer / Legal Counsel to join our growing team on a case-by-case basis. Benefits Flexible working arrangements and ability to choose which assignments or matters you wish to undertake; and Challenging and dynamic work, with a supportive team to help further your career goals;  The Role You must be able to: Work autonomously on cases including obtaining instructions from clients, conducting due diligence, research and carrying out the work required; Communicate effectively with clients; and Work collaboratively with colleagues. The Candidate Admitted as a lawyer in NSW with a current practicing certificate;...

Our Firm Verde Lawyers is a law firm located in Sydney CBD, specialising in the areas of family law, wills and estates, commercial litigation and migration law. Our client base includes both corporate and individual clients within Australia and internationally. We are looking for a motivated and reliable Junior Solicitor with at least one year post-admission experience in NSW to join our growing team in this full-time role. Benefits Exposure to a wide range of legal matters in different areas of law, including both corporate and individual clients; Wide range of training and learning opportunities; Challenging and dynamic work, with a supportive team to help further your career goals. The Role You must be able to: Work autonomously on cases, including obtaining instructions from clients, conducting due diligence, researching and carrying out the work required; Communicate effectively with clients; Work collaboratively...

Flexible working arrangement $49.28 - $51.51 + Super + Salary Packaging Part time opportunity (3 days / week)   About the Role We are seeking experienced Family Dispute Resolution Practitioners (FDRPs) to join our skilled multidisciplinary team and assist separating families to make parenting arrangements in the best interests of their children. The role is available at Bankstown Family Relationship Centre. Our family law services support families from a diverse range of cultural backgrounds through innovative programs including therapeutic Post Separation Case Management and group workshops for children impacted by family separation. Our range of programs and partnerships provide opportunities for FDRPs to assist families through collaborative cross-practice models. About You To be a suitable candidate for this role, you will have: The ability to undertake the duties of the role in accordance with CatholicCare’s Mission, Vision and Values....

About the firm CJY Legal is a full-service law firm specialising in family law, commercial litigation, property law, and wills & estates. Our team acts in parenting matters, property settlements, divorce, Binding Financial Agreements, contract disputes, debt recovery, conveyancing and leasing matters, and estate planning. About the role You will work closely with our principal solicitor and assist with: legal research, drafting correspondence, court documents and agreements file management and client communications attending court/tribunal lists and assisting on hearing preparation assisting across our practice areas (family law, commercial litigation, property law, wills & estates) Requirement We invite applications from graduates who: Are completing or have completed a law degree Are eligible for admission to practice in NSW, or will be eligible on completion of PLT/training Demonstrate strong legal research, writing...