Looking to build a sustainable and rewarding career in family law? This is a rare opportunity to join a well-regarded practice that offers genuine mentoring, excellent work, and balance.

Why join this firm?

Supportive team culture – collaborative, approachable and down-to-earth

High quality client work – complex parenting and property matters

Strong mentoring – work closely with a highly respected partner

Balanced expectations – realistic billables, no long-hours culture

Career development – plenty of room to grow within a stable, well-run practice

About the role

You’ll join a busy and respected family law team as a junior lawyer (ideally 1–2 PAE) and work directly with a well-known partner and senior associates. The role will expose you to all aspects of family law, including parenting, property, financial agreements, and litigation.

You’ll be supported to develop both technically and commercially in a setting that values people, not just numbers.

What we’re looking for

1–3 years PAE in family law

Strong drafting skills and a commercial mindset

Someone who values collaboration, service, and professional growth

This is a firm known for doing things well—great systems, excellent training, and a culture that actually supports work/life balance.

For further information on this role or a confidential discussion about your next career move, please call Katie Francis on (07) 3041 4029 or email to [email protected]

FrancisJames Executive Recruitment is the legal recruitment specialist - we recruit lawyers across all levels from junior lawyer up to Partner level and General Counsel in Brisbane, interstate and internationally.

At FrancisJames Executive Recruitment our purpose is to truly partner with you to achieve the right long-term fit. You can rely on us to provide a confidential, specialised and personable service.