Family Lawyer - Senior Associate / Senior Solicitor - Leading Family Law Firm

Family Lawyer - Senior Associate / Senior Solicitor - Leading Family Law Firm Orbell Family Lawyers - Family Law, Done Differently At Orbell Family Lawyers, family law is all we do, and were proud to practice it with purpose, clarity, and care for our clients and our team. Weve built a firm around values that matter: quality over volume, trust in our people, and a strong focus on teamwork and continuous development. Were a team of specialist family lawyers helping clients navigate lifes most difficult transitions with confidence, compassion, and strategic insight. Youll have a day-to-day carriage of matters, be supported and coached by our Practice Leaders and have the ability to mentor junior lawyers and build a team in a high-performing and structured environment. Youll be empowered to deliver meaningful legal outcomes, backed by clear systems and technology, experienced colleagues, and mentoring designed to help you grow. Why Join OFL Empowered to make a difference. At OFL, youll take on meaningful legal work with the support of experienced family lawyers who invest in your development. Youll be part of a team that values collaboration, shares knowledge generously, and provides the systems and structure to help you refine your skills with clarity and confidence. Remuneration that rewards outcomes. We pay above-market salaries not just for tenure, but for skills, learning, and impact. At OFL, we recognise those who leverage technology effectively, work through others, and consistently deliver results aligned with our Practising Principles. Your contribution, innovation, and growth are directly reflected in how youre rewarded. Work with structure, systems, and support. Our technology-based systems and frameworks allow you to focus on your clients and outcomes, not distractions. Grow with intention. With a clearly mapped development pathway and regular guidance, we value the soft skills as well as the hard skills to ensure your growth is supported at every step. Join a values-driven and fun-focused team. We hire for professionalism, empathy, and reliability and foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture that also has fun together. What Youll Do Youll manage a balanced caseload of parenting, property, and divorce matters, designed to build your skills across complexity and scope, with guidance from our Practice Leaders with access to structured mentoring along the way. Support and mentor junior solicitors and paralegals and build a high performing team. Draft legal documents, settlement proposals, court documents and correspondence to OFL standards and provide strategic and empathetic advice to clients. Attend court events, mediations and negotiations. Collaborate with barristers, experts and team members to progress matters strategically and efficiently. Learn and leverage technology within OFLs Matter Management Framework to support productivity and new ways of working. Take part in firm initiatives, from fun events, knowledge-sharing, to team development, in ways that reflect your strengths and interests. What Were Looking For 5+ years PQE in Family Law Strong drafting skills and confident in managing your own files with support Clear, thoughtful communicator with clients and team Tech-friendly and comfortable with structured workflows Team-oriented, dependable, and growth-focused Aligned with OFLs values: Integrity, Achievement, Reliability, Collaboration, Excellence & Innovation & Fun, Family & Community Focus What Youll Enjoy Above-market salary and benefits Structured development pathway with regular mentoring and feedback Hybrid work model supporting work-life balance (work from home) Health & wellness allowance (gym, allied health or mental wellbeing) Paid CPD (including travel and accommodation) Regular paid RDOs and paid Christmas holiday leave Team-building events, offsites, and community engagement opportunities Modern offices in Mona Vale, Chatswood and Erina A firm culture that prioritises quality, collaboration and career sustainability To apply, email your CV and a short cover letter to *******@orbellfamilylawyers.com.au. Applications are reviewed on receipt. Note: This role is not suitable for graduate solicitors or those without Australian family law experience. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-11-21