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Family Law Special Counsel


Company : HarperLloyd Recruitment


Location : Gold Coast, Queensland


Created : 2025-10-04


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicantsHarperLloyd Recruitment provided pay rangeThis range is provided by HarperLloyd Recruitment. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience talk with your recruiter to learn more.Base pay range$170,000.00/yr - $220,000.00/yrDirect message the job poster from HarperLloyd RecruitmentDirector | Legal Recruitment | 0483 929 451Our client is a well-regarded and award-winning firm on the Gold Coast seeking an experienced Senior Associate / Special Counsel to join their Family Law team.About the roleYou will be responsible for managing a portfolio of matters across all aspects of family law. You will also support and mentor members of the team, taking on a true leadership role at the firm. Day-to-day duties will involve:Managing the current team and strategising future growth.Providing expert advice on family law matters (including complex property and children''s matters).Drafting advice, court documents and correspondence to clients, solicitors and other stakeholders.Attending client conferences, mediations and trials.Skills & ExperienceYou will have extensive experience in family law (including property and children''s matters), and bring:the ability to mentor and lead lawyers in a team.post-admission experience as a Senior Associate, Special Counsel or Partner in Family Law.experience appearing and instructing Counsel on matters.Drive to step-in to a true leadership position.Strong drafting, communication and advocacy skills.While the firm is based on the Gold Coast, they are also open to candidates who need to be based in Brisbane or interstate.A transparent framework around path to Partnership (for Senior Associates and Special Counsel), and path to equity (for Partners).Tailored training and development around leadership and strategy to give you the skills to be successful.Work life balance flexibility.Onsite car park provided.Our client and their cultureOur client is an award-winning commercial firm based on the Gold Coast. As you''d expect, the firm has a modern and well-equipped office on the Gold Coast (with a private office for each lawyer). The firm has a social atmosphere and a supportive team culture.From day 1, you can expect to be provided mentorship around your growth as a lawyer and leader. The firm is open and transparent around career progression, allowing you to set goals without feeling like the goal posts are being changed on you.ApplyingClick APPLY or contact Zakary Nash, Director at [email protected] or on 0483 929 451 for a confidential discussion.I am a former lawyer and HR specialist out of mid-tier and top-tier firms, so am passionate about helping lawyers in their next career move. If the above role isn''t what you''re looking for, reach out as we can assist you in finding the right one! A generous referral bonus is also on offer if you know someone suitable for the role.Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionLegalIndustriesLegal ServicesReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at HarperLloyd Recruitment by 2xSign in to set job alerts for Lawyer roles.Gold Coast, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoVarsity Lakes, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 16 hours agoConstruction Lawyer - Associate or Senior AssociateGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 3 weeks agoVarsity Lakes, Queensland, Australia 2 weeks agoGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 2 months agoGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 1 week agoGold Coast, Queensland, Australia 1 day agoWere unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr