Family Lawyer (3-5 Years PAE)

About the role

A well-resourced family law practice in Melbourne's eastern suburbs is looking for a lawyer with 3 to 5 years of practice experience. You will manage a varied caseload with a good level of autonomy, supported by experienced senior practitioners, and develop your technical skills and client relationships within a collaborative team.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a diverse family law caseload, focusing on complex parenting and property matters
• Draft and negotiate legal documents such as binding financial agreements (BFAs) and parenting plans
• Appear in court and represent clients in mediations and negotiations
• Work directly with private clients and give strategic, practical advice
• Help build strong client relationships and support junior team members where appropriate

Required profile

• 3+ years of practice in a broad range of family law matters, including complex divorce and property settlements, binding financial agreements, child support, children's issues (including the Hague Convention), de facto and same-sex relationships
• Experience with private clients and an understanding of taxation and estate planning as it relates to family law
• Strong drafting skills, attention to detail and excellent client service
• Team player who enjoys working in a group

What we offer

• An attractive salary
• A supportive, close-knit team with very low staff turnover
• Modern infrastructure and strong administrative support
• Genuine career advancement opportunities and a healthy work/life balance

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