14 family law jobs found

Are you a recent law graduate looking to complete your Practical Legal Training (PLT) and take the next step toward admission as a lawyer? Our PLT placement offers a supportive, real-world environment where you’ll gain critical hands-on experience, build your professional network, and receive mentorship from experienced legal practitioners. As part of your PLT placement, you’ll be involved in diverse legal work, including: Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and court forms Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries Attending client interviews, court hearings, and mediations Assisting with case preparation and litigation support File and matter management using practice management software Participating in internal meetings and team briefings You will work under the direct supervision of qualified lawyers and gain exposure across various practice areas including family law, criminal law, civil litigation,...

THE ROLE This is an exciting junior litigation role with solid opportunities for advocacy in court, settlement conferences and otherwise. The role involves the carriage of a file load, operating in conjunction with and under the direct supervision and guidance of the Director. This will include contact with clients, providing legal advice, document preparation, attendances at mediations, settlement conferences and court where applicable. This position will report directly to the Director, Elizabeth Hynes, who will also provide regular, structured and supportive file and performance reviews. A competitive salary is on offer. SELECTION CRITERIA Ideally, the successful applicant will demonstrate: • solid academic results; • significant oral and written communication skills; • leadership qualities; • an ability to self-reflect and an enthusiasm to learn; • experience in (or, if none, a commitment to) successfully working in a team environment; and...

Boston Rose Legal is a respected, growth-oriented Sydney law firm with over 25 years of experience delivering pragmatic, commercially focused legal solutions. Based in Fairfield, our firm continues to grow through strong client partnerships, consistently high-quality work, and a collaborative, high-performance culture. We are seeking a motivated Law Graduate or PLT student who is eager to gain hands-on, real-world legal experience across a range of practice areas, including property, commercial, litigation, family law, and estates. This role offers meaningful exposure to live matters, direct mentoring from experienced solicitors, and the opportunity to develop practical legal skills in a supportive environment. This is an ideal opportunity for a graduate or PLT candidate looking to build a strong foundation for their legal career within a firm that values initiative, learning, and long-term growth. High performers will have clear pathways to ongoing opportunities as the firm...

About Us Australian Family Lawyers has grown to become one of Australia's leading family law firms. With almost 20 offices across five states, we are recognised as market leaders in the field of Family Law. We attract and select team members who are the best in their field, offering a fantastic working environment in a central location and an array of staff incentives. A position at Australian Family Lawyers really is more than just a job!   What you’ll be doing ·         Be the first point of contact — greeting clients and visitors with professionalism and warmth ·         Manage incoming calls across our national call queues, ensuring every caller feels valued ·         Keep reception, meeting rooms, and common areas looking professional and welcoming ·         Assist with a variety of administration tasks ·         Manage incoming/outgoing mail, couriers, deliveries, and office supplies ·         Support internal meetings and...

About the Firm 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 Corporate and Commercial Law Property Law Family Law Criminal Law Insolvency Law Position An exciting opportunity has arisen for talented interns to join our team in our Sydney office. You will work together with a team of approximately 20 staff and will experience a range of legal and operational tasks with our Partners and solicitors. Under the mentorship of the team, you will gain experience, ongoing coaching, career development opportunities and knowledge on many areas of law...

ACLA Lawyers is a fast growing innovative law firm located in Sydney CBD. At ACLA Lawyers, it is all about finding the perfect solutions for our clients in Property Law(conveyancing& lease), Migration Law, Commercial Law,  Employment Law, Family Law, Contract Law, Criminal Law, IP and Torts. We also have cases with Tribunals and FCC/FCA which you may be required to assist with. We are currently offering a work experience placement as a component of Practical Legal Training (unpaid position). The successful applicant will be working in the  above areas. We have achieved 90%-95% job placement rate after the training either with the firm or outside the firm. You will also be involved in the legal practice innovation program and building an online national legal service platform. Duties may include but not limited to the followings : Drafting of legal documents Drafting correspondences Drafting letter of demands; Drafting settlement offers; Filing documents...

About us Starlight Legal is a boutique Sydney law firm with a distinctive edge: our lawyers are all bilingual in English and Chinese, allowing us to represent and advise clients across two legal worlds. We offer full legal representations across a broad range of practice areas — from migration and family matters to complex commercial disputes — serving Australia's Chinese-speaking community and international clients with equal fluency in both language and law. The Opportunity: International China–Australia Practice A placement built for future international lawyers We invest purposefully in our graduate lawyers. Our goal is to develop young lawyer with strong professional skills into an associate and ultimately marketing partner, with real expertise in cross-border legal practice. You will gain hands-on exposure to sophisticated matters in: - International investments & structuring - Cross-border commercial disputes - Recognition & enforcement of...

West Tamworth Legal is seeking a Solicitor with a strong passion for assisting clients in need of support of   separation & divorce, parenting arrangements, property settlements, mediation, and domestic violence matters   for both Legal Aid and private fee for service customers. Solicitors interested in other areas of law are also encouraged to express their interest. We are looking for an individual who has the following: Admitted to practice, with a current Practicing Certificate   (new graduates are invited to apply but must hold current Practicing Certificate ); Experience or a strong interest in   Family Law; Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; A Team player willing to support colleagues; Commitment to a strong workplace culture and focus on wellbeing; Ability to manage competing priorities with empathy and professionalism; Ability to work within the NSW Solicitor Capability Framework: Ability to use...

Our firm White Knight Lawyers is a growing award winning Australian law firm that offers premium litigation, transactional, and advisory legal services. We generally practice in litigation and dispute resolution, insolvency and bankruptcy, tax controversy, commercial law and advisory, public law and construction law. We are currently engaged in diverse ongoing litigation work including proceedings before the Supreme Court of NSW, District Court of NSW, Federal Court of Australia, Administrative Appeals Tribunal, and NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (both original jurisdiction and appeal panel).   We pride ourselves on the quality of our work, developing relationships of trust with our clients, and efficiently delivering engagement-tailored legal services.  Our available role We are very excited to offer practical legal training to a recent law graduate or PLT student. This is an unpaid position with prospects of gaining employment with us....

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...

Appius Lawyers PLT Placement – Part-time or Full-time Appius Lawyers is a small suburban law firm seeking proactive law graduates looking to complete their 75 days of Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement . We are seeking an applicant who is able to commence immediately . Our practice areas include family law, wills and estates, criminal law, contractual disputes (including commercial leases), debt recovery, and general litigation . During the placement, the successful applicant will gain practical exposure to a range of matters and will be expected to: • review client instructions and factual material; • assist in maintaining files and progressing matters; • conduct legal research; and • contribute to legal strategy and case theory on new and existing matters. The successful applicant will demonstrate: • strong written and verbal communication skills; • the ability to work both independently and as part of a team; •...

Join our team at the Australian Academy of Legal Education Pty Ltd as a Trainer/ Assessor! We're seeking a motivated and experienced individual to deliver and assess the Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution course to our students. If you are passionate about education, hold an accreditation as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner, and possess the skills to guide and inspire students, we want to hear from you! Qualifications and Experience You will need to have the Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution and a Certificate IV (or higher) of Training and Assessment (TAE40122), or equivalent. Some experience would be desirable in providing training and assessment in the Graduate Diploma of Family Dispute Resolution or other related legal program at Diploma or higher level.   Key Responsibilities: Administration and Compliance: Mark student assessments within a strict time frame. Maintain accurate attendance records. Monitor student...

Join Australia’s Leading Property & Strata Law Practice Bugden Allen Group is a national, award-winning law firm specialising in property development, strata, community titles law and insurance-related matters. As Victoria’s leading legal practice in this field, we’re looking for a motivated Law Graduate to join our high-performing Melbourne team. This is a full-time, permanent opportunity designed to give you a strong foundation for a successful legal career. Our structured graduate program offers close mentorship from highly regarded senior lawyers, exposure to complex and varied matters, and the chance to work in a collaborative, inclusive environment. We also pride ourselves on our flexible, family-first culture. Based in our Melbourne office, you’ll enjoy a supportive environment where your wellbeing is valued, with hybrid work options available after your probation period. Finally, you’ll be part of a business that embraces innovation and technology. From...

We are a prominent Criminal Law Firm in Sydney CBD Established in 1976 Seeking a highly motivated, pro-active, competent, go getter for an upcoming Part Time role within our office. We are seeking the following: - PLT Student – Willing to undertake unpaid PLT. Immediate Start  Graduate at Law / Junior Solicitor Part Time July 2026 Part-time paid position with the strong possibility of the position becoming full time later in the year. The roles entails supporting the principal solicitor and his associate solicitor in the daily management and preparation of their cases. The role is a mix of office work, court time, assisting in conferences, running errands in respect to court filings, research, document delivery and the like. Must Be ProActive and Keen to Work on Multiple Case assisting the Principal.  Experience in criminal law would be an advantage.  Languages of Mandarin, Cantonese, Korean or Vietnamese - Would be Extremely Advantageous.   RESUME,CV AND...