18 family law jobs found in Chatswood

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...

About Us AHL Legal is a well-established law firm founded in 1994, with offices in Sydney CBD, Chatswood, and Melbourne. We are known for our expertise in immigration law, family law, conveyancing, commercial litigation, and civil disputes. Our team is committed to delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services. Position We are seeking a PLT (Practical Legal Training) student to join our dynamic team. This is an unpaid placement suitable for students who are currently completing their PLT requirements through the College of Law or other approved providers. Requirements Currently enrolled in a PLT program (College of Law or equivalent) Strong written and verbal communication skills Attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines Proactive, enthusiastic, and a willingness to learn Ability to work in a team environment What We Offer Hands-on training and mentorship from experienced solicitors Exposure to a...

Juris Cor Legal is a boutique law firm based in Chatswood, practising in commercial litigation and dispute resolution, insolvency, family law, property and conveyancing, and general commercial law. We are currently seeking a Law Graduate or Junior Solicitor to join our practice on a full-time basis. This position is available for an immediate start. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated junior legal professional to gain hands-on experience across a broad range of practice areas, including commercial litigation and dispute resolution, insolvency, family law, property and conveyancing, corporate law and general commercial law. The successful candidate should have: excellent written and verbal communication skills; strong legal research and drafting skills; proficiency in Microsoft Word; high attention to detail; good organisational and time management skills; the ability to manage competing priorities; a willingness to learn and...

About us JC Legal Practice is a young and dynamic general practice firm located in the Sydney CBD. Main practice areas for the firm include Commercial Litigation, Family Law, Business Law & Property Conveyancing.   All staff are provided with a wide range of learning experiences and opportunities to develop their legal and professional skills. We appreciate your contribution and dedication to the firm. We are open to sponsoring skilled visa after one year of employment and depending on performance.     Qualifications & experience At least 1 years’ PAE in general practice firm; Porperty law experience or Family Law experience is preferred; Brilliant attention to detail, nothing gets past you; You can effectively manage competing and changing priorities;  Can work under pressure and meet deadlines; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; Experience in Court Attendance - Supreme Court, Federal Circuit and Family Court, Local Court....

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...

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...

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...

Starting: asap August Legal & Associates is a growing general practice law firm based in Inner West Sydney. We are currently seeking motivated Practical Legal Training (PLT) students to join our team. This role provides an excellent opportunity for a law graduate completing their PLT to gain hands-on experience in private practice, working directly with the Principal Solicitor across a range of matters. Importantly, there may be an opportunity for ongoing employment as a Graduate Lawyer following completion of PLT and admission, subject to performance and the needs of the firm.   About the Role As a PLT student at August Legal, you will gain practical experience across a broad range of matters including: Family law disputes and parenting/property proceedings; Criminal and AVO matters; Civil and commercial litigation; Property and conveyancing transactions; General legal practice and client management. You will have the opportunity to: assist with legal research and...

Cowise Solicitors is offering a Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement based in Burwood NSW 2134. We are a general law practice covering immigration, conveyancing, family law, wills and estates, and corporate and commercial law. What you’ll do (under the supervision of the principal solicitor): Legal research and drafting Client liaison Support with conveyancing settlements and litigation matters File management and general administration About you: Law graduate enrolled in, or about to begin, an approved PLT course Fluency in a community language such as Mandarin or Cantonese is highly regarded, but not essential.  Placement details: Unpaid 15-day PLT placement, starting immediately. You can complete it part-time (at least 2 days a week) or full-time (about 3 weeks). To apply: Send your resume and a short cover letter by email to info@lukelaw.org . Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. We thank all applicants for their interest.

About Us Joseph G. Capogreco & Associates is a boutique, family-run law firm based in Petersham. The firm is committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive working environment in which team members can develop their legal skills and professional experience. An opportunity is available for a motivated law graduate or final-year law student to complete the practical work experience component of their Practical Legal Training with the firm. About the Placement The successful applicant will work closely with the firm’s lawyers and gain supervised, hands-on experience across a range of legal matters, including [conveyancing and property law/litigation/family law/wills and estates/other practice areas]. The placement is intended to provide practical exposure to legal practice and assist the successful applicant in satisfying the work experience requirements of an approved PLT program, subject to confirmation by their PLT provider. Key Responsibilities Under...

Peerzada & Associates - PLT Student Opportunity Peerzada & Associates, a well-established legal practice in Auburn, is seeking a Professional Legal Training (PLT) student to join our dynamic team. This is a valuable opportunity to gain hands-on experience and work closely with our experienced lawyers across various areas of law, including Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Family Law, Conveyancing, and Immigration Law. Key Responsibilities: Assist with file management and legal documentation. Draft legal documents and correspondence. Conduct initial client interviews and manage client communication. Support senior lawyers and barristers in Criminal, Family, and Civil law matters. Provide general assistance in the office’s daily operations. Requirements: Positive attitude and willingness to learn. Ability to work effectively under pressure. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Please note that this is an unpaid position ....

Professional Legal Training Opportunity: Falzon Legal, Parramatta Falzon Legal is a boutique law firm in the heart of Parramatta. We focus on Wills, Estate Planning and Family Law, with conveyancing and property also forming an important part of the work we do for our clients. Our main areas of expertise Wills and Estates Conveyancing and Property Law Family Law The opport unity This is a full-time position offering Professional Legal Training in a small, client-focused practice. You will gain hands-on exposure across all three of our practice areas. We are looking for a candidate who is self driven and has 1-2 years experience and a real passion for our clients.

Lawyer – Boutique Law Firm Location: Parramatta, NSW Employment Type: Full-time / Part-time Experience: Ideally 2+ years PAE About the Firm We are a small, established boutique law firm based in Parramatta, providing personalised legal services to individuals and families. We pride ourselves on providing practical, high-quality legal advice while building genuine and lasting relationships with our clients.  About the Role We are seeking a capable and motivated Lawyer to join our growing practice. The successful applicant will have the opportunity to work across a range of matters and will be given responsibility appropriate to their experience. You will work directly with clients and have the opportunity to develop your legal skills in a supportive environment. The role may involve work in areas including: Care and P rotection Criminal law General legal advice and representation The precise mix of work can be...

Shore Lawyers is inviting applications from law graduates seeking to undertake PLT training.  You will be assisting with a variety of matters, including commercial, family, litigation, and estate matters. There is opportunity for a permanent role with the practice. Candidates to be considered for this role will:  display attention to detail be reliable and enthusiastic  have outstanding time management and organisation skills understand how to prioritise tasks  have excellent written and verbal communication skills The location of this role is in North Sydney CBD. This PLT placement role is a full-time role, subject to any other arrangements agreed with the candidate.  This is an unpaid placement. Please email your CV with a cover letter to  tia@shorelawyers.com.au . Thank you.

About Dormer Stanhope Dormer Stanhope Lawyers is a boutique Sydney firm with a focused practice in succession law. We act in complex estate disputes in the Equity Division of the NSW Supreme Court and advise clients on all aspects of estate planning and administration. Our director, Justeen Dormer, has over 27 years of legal experience, including as Senior Associate at Ashurst. We are a small team that works on substantive matters. Experienced practitioners run their own files, work closely with the director, and take genuine ownership of client outcomes. If you want depth in one of law's most technically demanding practice areas rather than breadth across a generalist caseload, this practice is worth your attention. The Role We are seeking an experienced solicitor to join the team in a senior capacity. You will manage your own files across estate litigation and estate planning from day one, working closely with Justeen Dormer on complex matters. This is not a support...

About Dormer Stanhope Dormer Stanhope Lawyers is a boutique firm renowned for excellence in Succession Law. Led by our director Justeen Dormer, who brings over 27 years of legal experience, including her tenure as Senior Associate at a top-tier firm, we have established ourselves as respected experts in this specialised field. Our firm combines the expertise of larger practices with the personalised approach of a boutique environment. We foster a collaborative culture that provides junior lawyers with meaningful work on complex matters under the direct guidance of experienced practitioners, offering an unparalleled learning environment. The Role We seek an ambitious Graduate Lawyer with a demonstrated interest in Succession Law to join our growing Wills & Estates team. This exceptional opportunity will provide you with direct client contact and hands-on experience in contentious estate matters from day one. This is not just another graduate role – you will be...

Immigration Lawyer (2-4 PQE) Wan & Co Lawyers is a specialist immigration law firm based in Sydney CBD, known for its work on complex and challenging immigration matters. We are seeking a motivated Immigration Lawyer with 2–4 years’ post-qualification experience to join our growing team. Working directly with our Principal, an Accredited Specialist in Immigration Law, you will have the opportunity to develop your expertise through hands-on involvement in complex cases, with close mentorship and meaningful responsibility. You will join a collaborative, fully paperless practice that values high-quality legal work, professional development and a supportive working environment. Our practice focuses on complex immigration matters, including merits review and judicial review, visa refusals and cancellations on character grounds, immigration detention, PIC 4020, health-related visa issues and other challenging cases requiring careful legal analysis and strategic advocacy....

ABOUT US Plus Ultra Lawyers is a boutique law firm based in Sydney CBD, specialising in commercial law, commercial litigation and property law. We provide legal services to individuals and businesses across Australia. As our firm continues to expand, we are seeking a motivated and experienced Law Graduate to join our team on a part-time basis, with the opportunity to transition into a full-time position. This role is suited to a law graduate with previous practical experience in commercial law, commercial transactions and litigation, including familiarity with court and tribunal procedures in New South Wales. Successful applicants who have worked with us for more than a year will be considered for visa sponsorship opportunities. ABOUT YOU We are seeking a proactive, highly organised and detail-oriented Law Graduate who has practical experience working in a law firm, particularly in commercial law, commercial transactions and litigation. The successful candidate...