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Lawyer - Family

  • Melbourne, Victoria
  • Full Time
  • $30 - $300 / hour

Special Counsel / Partner - Family Law

18h ago
  • Be supported to grow, lead and shape your future
  • Pathway to equity or step into partnership now
  • National client base + private wealth and HNW work

Summary

Special Counsel / Partner | Ready for national reach, modern culture, and real autonomy? Join a firm that backs entrepreneurial lawyers to lead.

Job Description

About the Company:

Our client is a modern, multidisciplinary law firm with over 75 staff nationally. Known for their commercial strength and people-first culture, they support clients across construction, corporate, litigation, property and family law. They combine national client access with a down-to-earth, flexible working culture.

About the Position:

This is a growth-focused role for a senior family lawyer ready to step up to Special Counsel or Partner (based on years of exp). You’ll be encouraged to lead strategy and drive the expansion of the family law offering in the Melbourne office. Enjoy freedom in how you work—plus access to cross-practice referrals, BD support and a genuinely collaborative team.

Key Requirements:
  • 8+ years' PAE in family law
  • Confident managing high-value or cross-jurisdictional matters
  • Excellent communication and client engagement skills
  • Portable practice of $150k+ preferred to be considered for Partner level
On Offer:
  • Nationally recognised brand with referral networks
  • Flexibility, autonomy and professional growth
  • Operational support and clear partnership or equity pathway
Step Up into the Role You’ve Been Waiting For - Apply Today

Apply now or email your resume to Janine Cloete at janine@gorillajobs.com.au to hear more about the opportunity. You can also contact Janine on +61 499 656 731.
Connect with Janine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/janinecloete1990

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