Family Law Senior Associate / Special Counsel

About the role

Barry Nilsson, an award-winning national law firm, is looking for an experienced Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join its Brisbane family law team. The role suits someone with strong hands-on family law experience who can contribute immediately while developing their skills in a supportive, collaborative team. You will work across the full range of family law services, including property and parenting matters, and handle complex family law cases with a strategic approach.

Required profile

• Experienced practitioner with strong technical skills in family law.
• Enjoys building successful client relationships and achieving excellent outcomes.
• Understands the importance of mentoring and is happy to share expertise with others.
• Problem-solver who values collaboration and strong working relationships.
• Specialist accreditation in Family Law is highly regarded.

What we offer

• A supportive environment where managers care about your wellbeing.
• Structured mentorship and continuous professional development.
• Flexible working arrangements, including a 9.5-day fortnight, working from home, purchase of leave options and a public holiday swap policy.
• An annual performance bonus scheme.
• A relaxed office environment with a dress-for-your-day policy.
• Access to the Health & Wellbeing program (BNWell), including a yearly allowance and a wellbeing leave day.
• A shared-care parental leave policy of 26 weeks of paid leave.
• Support for pro bono legal work, volunteering and industry appointments.

To apply, use the Apply Now button and address your application to the People & Culture team, who manage the vacancy directly.