56 family law jobs found

Greigs Legal has an exciting opportunity for a solicitor to join us on a permanent full-time basis at our office located in Gregory Hills NSW.  Role Description As a solicitor at Greigs Legal, you will: Be supported in managing your own caseload of family law matters, including divorce applications, binding financial agreements, child custody, spousal maintenance, and property settlements Attend directions hearings and other procedural hearings Communicate effectively with clients, and other professionals Maintain a high standard of professionalism, ethics and integrity Deliver outcomes that prioritise client satisfaction About you To be considered for this role, you will need: Admission as a solicitor in Australia Experience in family law is preferred but not essential A positive and friendly attitude Excellent customer service skills The ability to work independently and as part of a team Attention to detail and excellent organizational...

We are a law firm specialising in family law in the Parramatta and Sydney areas.   We are currently seeking a law student in their penultimate, final year of their degree, or PLT student with an interest in family law, to undertake Practical Legal Training or work experience. Your responsibilities will include; assisting our solicitors to draft legal documents, research, reviewing court materials, liaising with clients, subpoena inspections, and occasional court attendances. Applicants are required to be available 1 to 2 days per week. This position is unpaid. Closing date for this position is 20 October 2024. Please forward a covering letter outlining your interest in the position, 1 page CV, and your complete academic transcript to: albert@asfamilylawyers.com.au Applicants that do not provide all documents requested, will not be considered.

About us Arora Legal is a boutique family law and mediation practice based in Greenslopes, Brisbane. We are committed to helping individuals navigate the complexities of family separation, primarily using out-of-court processes and supporting our clients holistically. Our team includes an Accredited Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and Collaborative Law specialist, underpinning our approach to how we believe family matters should be resolved. As we continue to grow, an opportunity has arisen for a passionate family solicitor/ paralegal with a “can do” attitude to join our team and work exclusively with private clients. If you are looking for a role with the support of a collegiate team and flexible working, we encourage you to apply. Full—and part-time roles are available.   Qualifications & experience Preferably one year post-admission experience practising in all aspects of family law. Excellent communication skills...

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...

We are a small boutique law firm servicing the Latrobe Valley and the greater Gippsland area and we are seeking a family lawyer with some general practice background in property and wills, estates to join our team. Our work load is quite often interesting, challenging but rewarding and a great opportunity to gain experience in various cases. Thus this position would suit an enthusiastic and energetic individual who can blend with the team but also have the initative to work autonomously with attention to detail, good time management.  We pride ourselves on being a friendly and team orientated firm where the principal is hands on with mentoring and support.  Law graduates are welcome to apply.

About the business We are a thriving and dynamic firm practising primarily in family and criminal litigation. We are searching for a  lawyer to work closely with the Principal and the team. The firm has a solid stimulating, interesting and varied work inflow.  We are expanding rapidly and are 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 the role We are a thriving and dynamic law firm practicing primarily in family, criminal and civil litigation. We are searching for a paralegal to work closely with our paralegals and solicitors. The Principal is an accredited Independent Childrens Lawyer, on the specialist domestic violence panel, family law panel, cross examination panel, specialist criminal law panel. The firm has a solid stimulating, interesting and varied work inflow.   Your main duties in this role will include: Assisting lawyers and other staff members with any administrative duties including telephone attendance, invoicing, drafting cost agreements and receipts, itemised bills, diary management, arranging and scheduling appointments, client correspondences, all correspondences with third party stakeholders including lawyers, Courts and prosecutors, opening and closing files and all other administrative duties; Drafting email, letter and general day to day correspondence; Researching and...

We are a boutique suburban family law firm looking for an unrestricted lawyer to join our growing team. We are located in the beautiful town of Mandurah, a short commute from the southern suburbs. We currently have three family lawyers and are looking for a fourth to join us.  We are not like most firms and may be the breath of fresh air you need for your career. We offer a four-day work week and one WFH day each week (making only three days in the office), as well as a fuel card to cover travel expenses to and from work. We are paperless, making WFH easy.     Our ideal hire will be able to demonstrate the following: Experience practising as a family lawyer  Strong advocacy skills Experience in litigation in the Family Court Ability to work within a team  Can do attitude  What we offer in return: Above average salary Flexible working hours, including shorter weeks, school hours, work-from-home options Fuel card to cover travel expenses to work and Court...

We are a dynamic and fast-growing boutique law firm in Sydney CBD. Starlight Legal is on the lookout for motivated, Chinese/English bilingual Legal Assistant to join our legal practice. We are an approved 482 Sponsor and have NSW regional office. Temporary work visas holders are welcome to apply.  If you are dedicated to achieving the best results for clients and thrive in a collaborative environment, this opportunity is for you! Areas of practice you will gain experience: Immigration and visa service, Family law & litigation, commercial law and disputes resolution.  Responsibilities: Provide exceptional customer service, with a friendly telephone manner and ability to build rapport with clients. Assist lawyers in daily administration, client support and liaison. Manage emails efficiently, responding to inquiries promptly and coordinating responses. Prepare documents, draft affidavits and subpoenas, and fill court forms. Office duties such as printing,...

Di Lizio & Associates is a small law firm (some would say "boutique") located in the heart of Hurstville NSW 2220. The firm provides legal assistance to clients in the areas of; Family Law, Conveyancing, Litigation, Debt recovery, Wills, Probate, Estate disputes and other areas. We are looking for enthusiastic PLT Applicants to commence immediately. You need to be available between  2 and 3 days per week. The successful candidate will be  mentored by experienced solicitors. Some of the tasks will include: Various general office duties and taking phone calls;  Client interviewing; Drafting affidavits and court documents; Drafting correspondence; Attending court and mediations; File management; Utilizing Smokeball software system; and Legal research. Selection Criteria good people skills; High levels of professional integrity; Capacity to follow instructions; Able to work independently; Strong written & oral communication skills; and...

About Us JC Legal Practice is a dynamic and progressive general practice firm situated in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. Our dedicated teams provide a wide range of legal services across Commercial Litigation, Family Law, Business Law, and Property Conveyancing. We are committed to cultivating a supportive and enriching environment, encouraging our team members to enhance both their legal skills and professional growth through diverse learning opportunities. As a recognition of your dedication and valuable contributions to the firm, visa sponsorship may be offered after one year, subject to your performance. Tasks & Responsibilities Drafting key court documents and witness statements Working alongside barristers and senior counsel on high-stakes cases Engaging with clients and providing practical solutions to real-world legal challenges Regular court attendance to support ongoing cases Reviewing and preparing security documents, including general...

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, and those most at risk of, HIV and Hep C (HCV) on HIV/HCV related legal matters. We deal with a range of HIV/Hep C 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...

Loukas Law is an energetic boutique Subiaco based family law firm that works with passion and strength. The team is highly successful and always looks for ways to improve and excel. You will be joining a close-knit team, which thrives on delivering and balancing a busy workload and working to deadlines.   This position will require an energetic and highly organised and efficient individual to provide administrative support to the firm. It is essential that you have a flexible approach to your duties and are well organised, as your position will be varied and busy.   Your daily duties will consist of providing administrative support:   Answer and direct phone calls   Email and diary management   Meeting and greeting clients and guests   File maintenance and management   Maintenance of correspondence files and briefs   Court filing   Handling...

About   Siera Legal is an independent dispute specialist boutique law firm providing legal services in Dispute Resolution, Civil Litigation, Commercial Law, Family law and Estate Law. Siera Legal operates in Bentley. Siera Legal also works with Aherns Lawyers closely in respect to legal matters.   Position   Siera Legal is offering a Summer Clerkship in early 2025!   We invite law students in their penultimate and final year of study to undertake a clerkship with us this summer. The clerkship will be a full-time role based in Bentley, WA from 13 January 2025 to 14 February 2025.   During the clerkship you will have the opportunity to gain experience across Civil Litigation, Commercial Law and Family Law. You will work on real cases with a dedicated lawyer who will support and mentor you.   Applications are now open and will close on 29 November 2024.   To Apply   If this sounds like...

Job no:   507205 Work type:   ongoing full-time Location:   Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese Categories:   Other ** Full-time, Permanent Position As part of the mission of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Parramatta, the Safeguarding Legal Specialist is accountable for the management and investigation of Safeguarding matters, in addition to coordinating legal matters and claims and responding to requests for information. The Safeguarding Legal Specialist is also responsible for raising awareness of Safeguarding through the provision of training and education across our schools. The Opportunity We have an exciting role available in our Safeguarding team for a Safeguarding  Legal Specialist. This is a great role for someone who is looking to broaden their experience and share their expertise as a subject matter expert in Safeguarding.  The Safeguarding Legal Specialist is accountable for: Collaborating with stakeholders in the...

Dong & Partners is a specialised litigation practice located in World Square, Sydney NSW. The principal is a multilingual accredited family law specialist admitted as a solicitor/barrister in Australia, United States and New Zealand. We have an opportunity for a pre-admission PLT to join our practice, we are looking for someone who: Is competitive and interested in litigation; Has high level of attention to detail; Is keen to develop their legal knowledge and career under the tutelage of a multilingual accredited family law specialist; Is Mandarin speaking; and Able to work at least 2 days a week. As a pre-admission PLT your job would be to: Assist the principal to prepare matters for hearing; Conduct due diligence; Correspond with solicitors and clients; and Do other general administrative tasks. This is an unpaid PLT placement position that will lead to paid paralegal/junior solicitor position for the right candidate in...

About Us:  Lyon Legal Services is a dynamic and forward-thinking law firm located in the beautiful town of Inverell, Northern NSW, with an additional office in Tamworth. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional legal services in Family Law, Estate Planning, Conveyancing, and Mediations. Our commitment to integrity, professionalism, and client satisfaction sets us apart. Position Overview: We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic Graduate Solicitor to join our team. This is an exciting opportunity for a recent law graduate looking to not only launch their legal career but also to grow and dominate the Legal Industry in a supportive and collaborative environment. You will work closely with our experienced solicitor, gaining hands-on experience and exposure to a diverse range of legal matters. We’re looking for someone who wants to be great and make a real impact in our community. If you’re ready to be part of a leading and growing team, we want to hear from...

Jo'kaklian Lawyers are seeking a PLT Intern/Volunteer Paralegal/Law Student within our law firm, focusing in the areas of family law, commercial law and motor vehicle disputes. The position will be for 1-2 days per week (for now) and you will work from North Strathfield site. Your tasks will include, but not limited to, as follows: Researching, drafting and managing Court documents including statement of claims, affidavits, orders, case outlines, submissions; Assisting with any administrative duties including telephone attendance, drafting cost agreements, diary management, completing new client intakes, arranging and scheduling appointments, client correspondences, all correspondences with third party stakeholders, and opening and closing files; Attending various venues outside of the business premises to file documents with a Court or statutory body, etc as required. The Candidate Highly organised and meticulous with their work; Confidence to liaise with...

We are a boutique generalist law firm based in Gisborne, Victoria, offering an opportunity for a motivated law student to gain exposure to a wide range of legal matters, including property, family law, estate planning, litigation, and more. We’re looking for someone who is genuinely keen to learn and able to think on their feet, not just rely on prompts or detailed instructions. You’ll need to use your initiative and take ownership of your learning. While we support flexible working arrangements, we believe there’s no substitute for human interaction, so being present in the office is essential for this role. If you’re serious about developing your legal skills and are ready to contribute in a meaningful way, we’d love to hear from you. However, if you have a privileged attitude, this might not be the right fit. We're looking for people who are ready to roll up their sleeves and make the most of the opportunity. What we offer: Hands-on experience across a wide range of...

James & Jaramillo Legal is a young and energetic law firm specializing in Criminal Law, Family Law and Traffic Law. We are located in Sydney CBD area, and are looking for a passionate, driven and detail orientated student seeking to complete their practical legal training. Our ideal candidate understands our vision, has the same values as us and is eager to learn. We do not expect you to know everything, but we expect you are motivated and willing to take on feedback. We are looking for both a full-time and part-time law clerk. We find that the students gain more by undertaking the program on a full-time basis. Our promise to our students is that you will gain real life lawyering experience. You will gain the confidence in advocacy, case management, time management and networking with different stakeholders within the profession. Although is this an unpaid position, we are a growing firm. Therefore, there is potential for a full-time graduate position for the right...