Job title: Senior Associate, Family & Relationship Law
Company: Lander & Rogers
Job description: About this roleSenior Associate, Family & Relationship Law
- Award winning Australian private practice
- A firm with a strong reputation for having an authentic and inclusive culture
- Flexible working, excellent mentors and a genuine career path
About the CompanyLander & Rogers is a leading independent law firm, with offices in Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane and global reach.Our focus is on innovating the client experience and leading change in legal service delivery. We are also committed to supporting our communities through our pro bono work.About the GroupJoin the largest team of family law accredited specialists, arbitrators, and mediators in Australia.Work alongside leading family lawyers specialising in property and financial matters, financial agreements, parenting, de facto relationships, international family law and more.About the RoleNo two cases, or two days, are the same. You will have exposure from day one to fast-paced litigation, alternative dispute resolution, client conferences and the behind-the-scenes work that keeps our matters moving.Working within our close-knit, supportive practice you will have the opportunity to live our core values of authenticity and connection, while making a real, measurable difference to our clients and their families.Responsibilities
- Providing detailed family law advice to clients by way of phone, written correspondence and in conference
- Analysing financial discovery
- Drafting court documents, Binding Financial Agreements, Child Support Agreements and settlement documents
- Appearing at administrative court events and conferences on behalf of clients
- Instructing counsel during court hearings, mediations and conferences
- Engaging barristers, third party valuers, financial advisors and therapeutic professionals
- Preparing briefs to counsel
- Collaborating with senior practitioners when advising clients and managing client files
- Corresponding with opposing solicitors
- Delegating work and providing instructions to junior lawyers, paralegals and administrative support
- Supporting graduates and seasonal clerks throughout their rotations
- Retaining & building referrer relationships
About You
- Successful candidates must have a current practicing certificate for Victoria
- Suitable candidates will bring at least 5 years post-admission experience gained within family law
- Demonstrate critical reasoning and analytical skills with the ability to think laterally
- Strong legal drafting ability
- Effective and timely file management and billing ability
- Proven ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships, particularly the ability to earn the confidence and trust of key stakeholders
- Good influencing and negotiation capability
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Highly organised, able to plan and prioritise work to meet key deliverables
- Proven ability to facilitate presentations and meetings with varying sizes of groups of people
- The ability to challenge the status quo and offer practical solutions
CulturePeople choose Landers for our down-to-earth, collaborative and supportive culture. We invest in our people and empower them to bring their best selves to work, both personally and professionally. We promote a diverse and inclusive environment with a strong focus on wellbeing, leadership and development.Benefits
- Hybrid work: work flexibly between home and the office with the freedom to choose the location that is best for you, your clients, and your team
- Additional leave: take a moment to stop, reflect and reenergise each year with up to five weeks of paid annual leave plus an annual wellness day
- Home office, fitness & wellness allowance: enjoy the flexibility to fit out your home office or support your health and wellbeing with an annual $250 allowance.
- Tech discounts: access corporate discounts on DELL computer products to have the latest personal gadgets at your disposal
How to applyClick APPLY and visit for more information.Lander & Rogers is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and inclusion.We conduct background checks including criminal record checks on all successful candidates as a condition of employment.
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Location: Melbourne, VIC
Job date: Sat, 21 Dec 2024 02:54:29 GMT
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