Senior Family Lawyer | High-Calibre Work | Melbourne CBD

Senior Family Lawyer | High-Calibre Work | Melbourne CBD Join an award winning, highly regarded specialist Family Law boutique as a Senior Family Lawyer. Take carriage of sophisticated property and parenting matters with real autonomy, senior mentorship, hybrid flexibility and a clear path to progression all from modern city-view offices.

About the Firm An established Melbourne CBD practice with a respected family law team and steady referral base, recognised by leading independent legal directories

Doyle’s Guide . Full-spectrum family law, straightforward access to courts and public transport, and a culture built on collaboration and practical outcomes.

Benefits & Perks

Salary:

$150k–$190k + super

(negotiable based on experience and billable performance).

Recognised credibility:

Work within a highly regarded, directory-acknowledged practice (incl. Doyle’s Guide)—a brand that strengthens referrals and helps convert quality clients.

Support:

Access to paralegal/admin assistance and a cooperative senior team.

Tools:

Modern precedents, templates and mainstream practice systems (generalised).

Location:

Central CBD with convenient access to courts, trains and trams.

Why Join the Team

Trusted autonomy:

Steer strategy and run files end-to-end—no micromanagement.

Calibre of work:

Parenting/property, complex financials, BFAs, spousal maintenance, child support and FV/IO matters; court experience is sought after.

Time back to practise law:

Structured paralegal/admin assistance keeps you client-facing and effective.

Fair, transparent expectations:

Senior-level KPIs that balance outcomes, client care and timely billing—no games.

Genuine flexibility:

Agree a hybrid pattern that works; the focus is delivery, not desk time.

Reputation you can stand behind:

Recognition in independent directories (incl. Doyle’s Guide) boosts credibility with clients and referrers.

Growth on your terms:

Optional mentoring of juniors and visibility with leadership, without locking you into formal line management.

About the Role

Lead a senior file load across parenting/property, complex financial settlements, BFAs, spousal maintenance, child support and intervention orders.

Set strategy, manage risk, drive negotiation/mediation and brief counsel where appropriate.

Appear in the FCFCOA as suitable to your experience; courtroom capability is valued.

Collaborate across the family team; mentoring available where you choose to provide it.

Maintain disciplined file management and clear, commercial advice to clients.

About You

4+ PAE

in family law with a full practising certificate.

Confident running complex matters end-to-end, including financials and FV/IOs.

Strong advocacy and negotiation skills; pragmatic, composed and solution-led.

Excellent communication; builds trust quickly with clients and colleagues.

Interested in this position? Apply now or email your resume to Shane Leahy at shane@gorillajobs.com.au or call +61 468 751 055 to hear more about the role.

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