Associate - Senior Associate - Family Lawyer
Liverpool or Carrngbah, NSW
Our client is a well established New South Wales law firm with a strong reputation across commercial, property, litigation and estate work. Operating for more than three decades, the firm has built a loyal client base and is now expanding its family law offering in the Sutherland Shire.
This is an opportunity for a mid level to senior family lawyer to join a firm that takes a considered, client focused approach to relationship breakdown, preferring practical negotiated outcomes while remaining ready to advocate firmly for clients in court when needed. You will manage your own caseload with a high degree of autonomy, supported by a collegiate and experienced team.
Manage a caseload spanning financial and property settlements, parenting applications and parenting plans
Advise on divorce and de facto relationship matters, spousal maintenance and child support
Prepare binding financial agreements and consent orders
Represent clients in mediation, arbitration and, where required, court proceedings, including matters involving domestic violence
Provide clear, practical advice to clients on their rights, entitlements and obligations, particularly during the early, sensitive stages of separation
Build and manage direct client relationships with increasing autonomy over time
Admitted as a solicitor in NSW with a current practising certificate
Mid level to senior post admission experience gained primarily in family law (more senior candidates with your own following of work are encouraged to apply)
Strong technical knowledge across property settlement, parenting matters and financial agreements
A calm, empathetic approach balanced with sound commercial and strategic judgement
Confident advocate, comfortable in negotiation, mediation and court settings
Ability to work independently while contributing to a supportive team environment
A genuinely varied family law caseload within a well established firm
High level of autonomy, with support from an experienced and collegiate team
A firm culture that values considered, client focused outcomes over unnecessary litigation
A supportive working environment with genuine career progression
Flexible working arrangements and an attractive remuneration package, commensurate with experience
For a confidential discussion, please contact Niki Kunovski on 0422 561 621 or [email protected]. All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.
Kind Regards,
Hooker Corporation
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