15 Family Law jobs

We are a Sydney CBD law firm. We are seeking a solicitor who can work more independently in the areas of property law, commercial law and commercial litigation.   Preference will be given to a candidate with excellent IT and communication skills. 

Justice Family Lawyers is a prominent Sydney based law firm with its office near the Family Court in Sydney CBD. We are offering a part time role for 30 hours per week. Our office is a 1-minute walk from Museum Station and the Family Court. We act for clients across Australia. Our Mission is to be the pre-eminent Australian provider of specialised Family Law Services. We pride ourselves on maintaining ongoing relationships with all of our clients. I f you are seeking a position working with a great team in a supportive and friendly environment this is the position for you. Extensive client contact as well as liaising with the other side to ensure progression. Assisting the solicitors in the practice You will require: A positive and friendly attitude is paramount at this firm Experience in drafting documents and correspondence Book keeping skills Able to provide support to lawyers and enjoy working as part of a team We offer: A friendly and flexible workplace Long term career prospects An opportunity to develop your skill set Client liaison Attending court File management Preparing Briefs and court documents The Right Candidate Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills and advanced technical abilities are essential.

If you are an older new graduate lawyer who has completed PLT, has a previous area of expertise, are able to source and manage your own client base, and are looking for a flexible, practical, performance-based opportunity, we may be a good fit for you. Our solicitors have backgrounds in other professional areas, are members of diverse communities, are able to network within those circles to develop business, work from home or remote locations, and are remunerated on a performance basis.  They are supported by the latest technology, office locations around Australia, and peers with knowledge of most areas of law to assist where needed. As a new graduate lawyer, you will work with the Principal to develop your chosen area of expertise.  You will source your own work, and be supervised in the delivery of services to clients to the point you are able to run matters on your own, but still have assistance and advice when needed.  Our vision is to get you operational as quickly as possible so you can practice law to a professional and commercial standard.  We appreciate that takes work on both our parts but anticipate you will be a quick learner. Employment can be on a part, full-time, or contract basis, with remuneration based on the work produced by you.  We don’t keep count of your hours worked, we don’t need to see you in the office at 9, but we do expect you to be productive. This role is not suitable to a new graduate without strong networking abilities and existing ties into community.  If you are not skilled in another area with strong business acumen, or do not know how to source work, please do not apply as you will not fit our model.

JC Legal Practice is a young and newly established law firm based in Sydney CBD practising primarily in commercial law, conveyancing and family law. We are seeking for a part time solicitor who has other commitments to work three days a week.  You will be working under the principal solicitor's supervision, responsible for all commercial, corporate, and property transaction and litigation matters including case management and client dealings.  To be considered for this role, the candidate should be able to demonstrate: At least one years of continuous full time experience in commercial dealings, familiar with PEXA & all procedures for conveyanving transactions.  Exceptional written and verbal communication. Able to work under pressure and meet the deadline. Fluent in Mandarin and/or Cantonese preferred.  Work 3 days a week with flexible working hours.  We recognise your hard work and initiative.  To apply, please send your resume and covering letter together with your latest academic transcript to  hr@jclegal.com.au    As we are running a busy practice, please do not call. The listed candidates will be contacted via phone or email.

Efficient Law Group is a boutique legal practice located in Perth and dealing in Criminal Law, Family Law and Personal Injury We are offering an opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a law clerk / administrative support person. This position would be ideal for a person undertaking the Practical Legal Training (“PLT”) placement and/or work experience. This role is paid and can be undertaken on a part-time / job-share basis. The ideal candidate will be working as part of and under the supervision of a team of six (6) solicitors and our office manager. Your responsibilities include assisting our solicitors with: Legal research and general office administration work; Drafting emails, submissions and court documents; Court attendances; and Other legal work as directed by our solicitors. Eligibility: Recently completed or in final year of law degree; Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues as well as individually; Good work ethic with a pro-active and can-do attitude and commitment to work at least three days a week; and Strong attention to detail and to have the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving skills.

We are currently seeking a student on a part-time – 2 to 3 day per week basis – with flexible hours to accommodate study commitments.   Commencement : February 2020   Requirements:   Second or third year law student   An interest in family law   High attention to detail   Strong organisational skills   Legal research skills   Self-motivated and ability to work independently   Strong general IT skills with competency with MS Word, Outlook, and Excel   Preferably experience using Macintosh computers   We would welcome a short CV and copy of academic transcript to acordwell@alclegal.com.au , quoting ‘Paralegal Job Opportunity’ in the subject line. If you have any queries, please contact Alison Cordwell at acordwell@alclegal.com.au or on 0421 610 725.

  ABOUT THIS ROLE   This is a full-time role; it is a very busy, challenging, and diverse role. It requires and demands high level organisational skills, an ability to multi-task and work quickly and accurately, and a willingness and ability to be across different aspects of a small business. This role includes both administrative and legal responsibilities. In this role, you are the first point of call for the Principal Lawyer and the Firm’s Lawyers.   We are looking for an energetic, meticulous, high-achieving, kind, hardworking, and ambitious Office Assistant and Paralegal to join our team in Townsville.   The role includes the following responsibilities: -   Administration, including, but not limited to: -   Managing travel and personal and professional calendar of Principal Lawyer, managing all appointments including both CLEON Legal and CLEON Empower, liaising with remote staff, printing/ photocopying, opening and closing all files, filing (including e-filing), billing/ invoicing, calendar management, case management (dates, deadlines), paying barristers, booking in Initial Consultation clients, managing stationary orders, archiving, mail, note taking, completing dictations, managing email inbox at times, and typing.   Sales, including, but not limited to: -   Calling new leads; and Sales conversations with prospective leads and current clients, drafting and issuing Costs Disclosures (including follow ups), and reviewing and managing potential leads/ following up.   Template development/ updating policies and procedures.   Blogging and marketing: Preparing weekly blogs and generating new marketing ideas and partaking in marketing and attendance at events.   ABOUT US   CLEON Legal is a  specialised Domestic Violence Law Firm  and a  boutique Family Law Firm . We specialise in Domestic Violence because our Principal Lawyer has extensive knowledge, training, and expertise in this practice area.   We are based in the tropics of  Townsville,   North Queensland , however, we service clients throughout Australia.  Our lawyers regularly travel interstate to meet with clients, attend mediations, or attend court appearances.   We strive to create a safe and calm environment for our clients, as we recognise the trauma and stress that clients are experiencing when they require the services of lawyers. Our ultimate goal is to create a trusting and close relationship between our CLEON Legal team and all of our clients.   We assist clients in Domestic Violence matters and Family Law matters for both parenting and property. Our practice largely deals with complex parenting matters, where there is risk to children, a history of domestic or family violence, abuse, trauma and high conflict.  We also assist grandparents, and aunties and uncles in the process of applying for Parenting Orders for the care, welfare, and the development of children.   REQUIREMENTS OF THE ROLE: OFFICE ASSISTANT AND PARALEGAL   The requirements of the role include: -   Completed third year of a Bachelor of Laws; Course GPA of 4.8 or above; Full time availability – 5 days per week; Assisting with file management; Shadow assistance on files; Diarising matters; Attending court to assist and observe; Drafting correspondence and court documents; Administrative tasks, such as billing, booking in clients, sending clients updated correspondence, and client contact.   Qualities that we are seeking: -   Prior paralegal or legal secretarial experience is highly desirable (at least six (6) months experience); Willing to go above and beyond; Meticulous; Outstanding emotional intelligence and interpersonal skills; Thorough; Energetic; Punctual; Reliable; Eye for detail; Caring, kind and warm; Outstanding understanding and application of written communication, including spelling and grammar; A commitment to professional and personal development; and Passionate about domestic and family violence, and issues concerning women, namely misogyny, discrimination, and violence against women.   If you are interested in this role,  please prepare a covering letter, canvassing how you possess the above qualities .   Further, please include in your covering letter, responses to the below scenarios: - 1. Please provide your top three (3) tips as to how you would manage a busy case load, of competing priorities. 2. Please provide your top three (3) organisational tips for managing a file (i.e. due dates, bring ups, etc). 3. Describe how you would demonstrate meticulousness in the following situations: - a. Sending an email; b. Sending correspondence to another party in legal proceedings; and  c. Electronically filing material on the court portal. 4. Explain the importance of administrative management in a law Firm and office; 5. List five (5) professional qualities that a Paralegal should possess, and explain why for each point; and  6. Rate on a scale of 1-10 (with 10 being the highest score) your level and proficiency with spelling and grammar and explain your reasons.   Please also provide a copy of your Resume with your Application, together with a copy of your certified University transcript (Bachelor of Laws).   The successful candidate will be expected to commence the role as soon as possible, and the role is only based in Townsville.   Please send all applications through to: chrissy@cleonlegal.com.au .   Applications for this position close 29 January 2020 at 5:00pm.    

STC Lawyers is a boutique law firm located in Hurstville that predominately specialises in Migration Law and other types of transaction legal services such as property conveyancing. We currently offer an opportunity for PLT placement with an offer to extend to a part time/full time role for the right candidate, Office hours: Monday to Friday 9am to 6pm What we offer: PLT work experience under principal lawyer Opportunity to be offered a full time paralegal/junior solicitor role Opportunity to work in a transactional type/business orientated law firm. Opportunity to learn under an Immigration legal expert. Exposure to high net worth individuals and corporate clients. Strong local and international resources for an ambitious candidate to grow alongside the firm. Required Skillsets: Fluent in English and Mandarin Chinese Highly organised and attention to detail Ability to work independently without supervision Prior experience in Immigration, property or family law preferred (not mandatory) Experience in marketing/sales/website management also preferred Job description: Conduct legal research on complex law cases. Assist senior lawyer to draft legal submissions for a wide range of case types. Attend tribunal hearings, property settlements and other legal errands. Prepare, draft and organise application forms and required documentation. Independently manage cases, including liaising with client for required documentation from beginning to end of a legal matter. Able to professionally communicate with clients from both office walk in and via e-mail or phone. Provide other admin support as necessary, including assistance with marketing brochures, client alerts, legal regulation/policy updates, translations, website & media updating. For interested candidates, please send through your CV, academic transcripts to Info@stc-lawyers.com .

As we are experiencing a period of organic growth, we are looking to recruit  two  talented and enthusiastic solicitors to join our expanding law firm. We practice in the areas of commercial litigation, family law, property, wills and estates and migration law. Our client base includes both corporate and individual clients.   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 to gather information required in drafting and reviewing legal documents such as affidavits, commercial purchase contracts, lease agreements and wills, Work collaboratively with colleagues; Have desire to expand and develop your knowledge in various fields of law; Participate in developing the Davityan Lawyers brand by representing the firm and contributing to brand development strategies.   Eligibility Admitted as a lawyer in NSW and/or Hold a NSW practicing certificate; At least 12 months experience in at least one of the following practice areas: immigration law, commercial litigation, property or family law Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships, and contribute to the growth of the firm; Excellent communications skills (written and verbal) and an engaging personality; The selected candidate will have a great work ethic, high level of adaptability and excellent people skills. Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply: Please email application to  info@davityanlawyers.com . Applications must include the following: cover letter, CV, academic transcript and current practicing certificate. Only applicants meeting the criteria will be contacted.  The positions will remain open until suitable candidates have been recruited.  

Davityan Lawyers is an expanding Sydney-based law firm with an opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic individuals for Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement. We practice in the areas of commercial litigation, family law, migration law, wills and estates and dispute resolution. Our client base includes both commercial and individual clients. The Position We are currently offering two Practical Legal Training (PLT) placements to final year and recently graduated law students. You will be working as part of a team of solicitors and other support staff on commercial, family and migration matters. This placement satisfies the practical experience requirements for admission as a Solicitor in NSW.  Responsibilities include assisting our solicitors with: Legal research; Administrative duties such as scanning, filing and opening folders; Drafting emails, submissions, wills and court documents; Preparing costs agreements and disclosures; Preparing and lodging visa applications, merits review applications, judicial review applications and other related applications Eligibility: Recently completed or in final year of law degree; Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues as well as individually; Good work ethic with a pro-active and can-do attitude; Strong attention to detail; The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving skills; Display good organisation and time management skills; and Have desire to expand and develop your knowledge in various fields of law. To apply: Please email your resume, academic transcript and cover letter to  info@davityanlawyers.com . We will also consider candidates with part-time availability. Please provide details of your availability in your cover letter.  This vocational placement will remain open until suitable candidates are found.