Solicitor

Company Overview:

Our client delivers high-quality legal advice professionally, efficiently, and cost-effectively. Their direct approach means they offer practical, easy to understand legal advice ensuring confidence and peace of mind on both large and small matters. The role offers the opportunity to work from home and in office as required.

Position Overview:

Our client is looking for an Experienced Solicitor (2 years PAE) to join the Family law team initially as a temporary parental leave replacement with possibility of permanent role in Melbourne and contribute to the broader firm matters as and when required. You will be an experienced, capable Solicitor that has been able to lead matters end to end including litigation, client management and court appearances.

About you:

We are looking for passionate, strong, ethical and astute individual. You need to be able to work as part of a team, however, also individually. The best lawyers are practical, they know how to pick up the pieces and can work under pressure. A lawyer’s job is dynamic, it is not merely about writing advice, going to court, or even just counselling.

To succeed in this role you will:

• Be prepared to drive cases forward to successful conclusions for our clients
• have previous experience in family law environment
• be willing to be proactive, ask questions and curious
• be reliable and trustworthy in relation to conducting work independently;
• be able to work both independently and as part of a team;
• have an attention to detail;
• have excellent communication skills and the ability to deal sensitively and confidentially with clients;
• have a professional manner;
• familiar with technology in particular MS Office suite of tools
• Demonstrate values such as creativity, curiosity, and a willingness to challenge conventional practices, while also recognizing the importance of hard work and dedication.

What we offer:

• Experience to work under the Principal of the firm
• Flexible working and a focus on work / life balance including working from home
• Opportunity for growth within the firm
• Exposure to client facing work as well as court attendance

Next Steps?

Our client offers a positive workplace culture, where you will be encouraged and supported to strive for professional excellence in all you do.

If this role is for you, please apply online by clicking the link below.