Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Lawyer to take ownership of a mixed caseload spanning Family Law and Wills & Estates. You’ll be trusted to manage matters independently from first appointment to resolution—whether that’s via negotiation, mediation, or litigation—while also playing a key role in guiding junior team members.

Salary and features of the position:

• $150,000 - $180,000 Salary range + Performance Bonuses 
• A stable, ongoing flow of family and estates matters (no “empty desk” risk)
• Strong support structure (admin/paralegal assistance) to keep files moving
• Recognition and rewards program (redeemable for products/experiences/vouchers)
• Referral and incentive commission bonus opportunities
• Ongoing professional development and CPD support
• A team culture that values accountability, resilience, and genuine collaboration

About the position:

You’ll be trusted to manage matters independently from first appointment to resolution—whether that’s via negotiation, mediation, or litigation—while also playing a key role in guiding junior team members.
This role will suit someone who enjoys variety and can confidently move between emotionally sensitive family law files and technical estate planning/probate work. Your matters will include things such as:

Family Law

• Parenting and property matters (including complex financial structures)
• Divorce and separation pathways and strategy
• Financial agreements and negotiated settlements
• Appearances for mentions, directions, interim and final hearings

Wills & Estates

• Wills, Powers of Attorney, Enduring Guardianship, and succession planning
• Probate and Letters of Administration applications
• Estate administration, distributions, and stakeholder correspondence
• Liaising with banks, super funds and relevant authorities to collect assets

You’ll also contribute to a collaborative team environment—supporting file readiness, lifting drafting standards, and helping the practice continue to grow through strong outcomes and client experience.

Key Requirements:

• Admitted Solicitor in NSW with solid post-admission experience (senior level) 5 PQE + 
• Strong working knowledge of Family Law procedures and court processes
• Demonstrated experience in estate planning, probate, and estate administration
• Confident advocacy, negotiation, and dispute resolution skills
• Excellent drafting capability (court documents + estate planning instruments)
• Ability to run files autonomously and maintain clear client communication
• Experience supervising/mentoring juniors (or readiness to step into leadership)

f you're ready to step up in a boutique where your independence is valued, growth is accelerating, and your contributions shape client success—apply in confidence today.

Alternatively, contact Daniel Cappellacci directly for a discreet conversation: daniel@gorillajobs.com.au 
+61 468 718 155

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