Special Counsel - 8+ yrs PQE | Family
- 21/11/2025
- Melbourne CBD & Inner Suburbs
- Permanent / Full Time
A highly regarded family law practice is seeking an experienced family lawyer, ideally at Special Counsel level, to join a collaborative, specialist team. This is a permanent role and presents a rare opportunity for a senior practitioner to operate autonomously while taking carriage of complex, high value matters.
The Role
You will work alongside a senior, supportive team in a practice that prides itself on technical excellence and exceptional client service. The role offers autonomy over files, direct client contact, and the ability to manage matters from start to finish. While you will operate independently, there is strong mentorship available, with partners providing strategic guidance and support.
Key Responsibilities
The ideal candidate will be:
This is a close knit, highly collaborative team of 10+ lawyers, supported by a skilled legal assistant team. The culture is warm, friendly, and genuinely supportive, with no hierarchy or internal competition. Lawyers enjoy autonomy while having access to strong mentorship, clear processes, and high quality administrative support.
The firm is highly flexible, offering hybrid arrangements (3 days in the office, 2 remote) and the option for part-time arrangements for senior lawyers. Billable targets are modest (5 hours per day), reflecting the firm’s commitment to work/life balance.
Benefits & Perks
If you are looking for a role where you can manage complex matters and develop your expertise in a genuinely collaborative environment, this position is worth exploring.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your resume through the APPLY button.
Alternatively, you can contact Hollie Vater on (03) 9077 7491 / hollie@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential chat.
Not quite what you’re looking for? Please touch base, as we have many more opportunities that are not advertised.
All communication will be strictly confidential
The Role
You will work alongside a senior, supportive team in a practice that prides itself on technical excellence and exceptional client service. The role offers autonomy over files, direct client contact, and the ability to manage matters from start to finish. While you will operate independently, there is strong mentorship available, with partners providing strategic guidance and support.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage complex family law matters, including parenting and property disputes
- Handle high value property settlements and associated financial matters
- Provide expert advice to high-net-worth clients alongside everyday family law matters
- Supervise junior lawyers where applicable and liaise with experienced legal assistants who support file management, disclosure review, drafting, and client communication
- Participate in strategic decision making and contribute to the ongoing growth of the practice
The ideal candidate will be:
- Have a proven track record in family law
- Operating at Special Counsel level (or a very strong Senior Associate ready for the step up)
- Experienced in managing complex property matters
- Capable of running matters autonomously, while valuing collaboration and mentoring opportunities
- Open to obtaining or holding accreditation (highly valued by the firm)
- Interested in long-term career growth, with potential partnership opportunities
This is a close knit, highly collaborative team of 10+ lawyers, supported by a skilled legal assistant team. The culture is warm, friendly, and genuinely supportive, with no hierarchy or internal competition. Lawyers enjoy autonomy while having access to strong mentorship, clear processes, and high quality administrative support.
The firm is highly flexible, offering hybrid arrangements (3 days in the office, 2 remote) and the option for part-time arrangements for senior lawyers. Billable targets are modest (5 hours per day), reflecting the firm’s commitment to work/life balance.
Benefits & Perks
- Annual salary reviews
- Generous leave provisions, including birthday leave and the day before Cup Day off
- Monthly social events, Friday drinks, mid-year and end-of-year celebrations
- Support for professional development, including accreditation and ongoing training
- Modern, supportive office environment with excellent administrative support
If you are looking for a role where you can manage complex matters and develop your expertise in a genuinely collaborative environment, this position is worth exploring.
How to Apply
To apply for this role, please submit your resume through the APPLY button.
Alternatively, you can contact Hollie Vater on (03) 9077 7491 / hollie@engagepersonnel.com.au for a confidential chat.
Not quite what you’re looking for? Please touch base, as we have many more opportunities that are not advertised.
All communication will be strictly confidential