SENIOR FAMILY LAWYER | SPECIAL COUNSEL OR PARTNER

Lead a respected Cairns Family Law practice with genuine influence and appointment at Special Counsel or Partner level.
Our Client:

Our client is a highly regarded North Queensland law firm with an established reputation for delivering exceptional legal services to businesses, families and individuals across the region. With a long-standing presence in the market and a commitment to professional excellence, the firm has built enduring client relationships founded on trust, expertise and results.

As a result of continued growth and future succession planning, an opportunity now exists for an accomplished Family Lawyer to join the practice in a senior leadership capacity.

The Opportunity:

This is a rare opportunity for a capable and commercially astute Family Lawyer to step into a senior role with genuine influence.

Working alongside an experienced leadership team, you will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the Family Law practice while continuing to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients navigating complex and often sensitive matters.

The successful candidate may join at Special Counsel or Partner level, depending on experience and capability. Beyond technical legal expertise, the firm is seeking a professional who can contribute strategically to the business, foster a positive team culture and lead by example.

You will be entrusted with managing significant client matters, supporting and mentoring lawyers within the team and helping drive operational excellence across the practice.

Your Skills & Experience:

• Significant post-admission experience practising predominantly in Family Law
• Strong expertise across parenting matters, property settlements, mediation and Family Court proceedings
• Proven leadership capability with the ability to mentor, motivate and develop legal professionals
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work cohesively with fellow leaders and management
• Highly developed relationship-building skills and a reputation for outstanding client service
• Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of the operational requirements of a successful legal practice
• The confidence to manage a busy practice while contributing to strategic decision-making
• Excellent communication, negotiation and stakeholder management skills
• A solutions-focused mindset coupled with sound judgement and professionalism

The Offer:

• Appointment at Special Counsel or Partner level
• The chance to influence the strategic direction of a respected and established practice
• A collaborative leadership environment that values professionalism, integrity and teamwork
• High-quality work with a diverse and loyal client base
• The opportunity to mentor and develop the next generation of legal professionals
• Competitive remuneration aligned to seniority and experience
• Long-term career stability with a well-respected regional firm

  
Applicants must be able to work from Cairns and have the legal right to work in Australia in a manner that allows them to meet the ongoing requirements of the position.

How to Apply:
To apply online, click ‘Apply’ at the top of this page. If you have a query regarding the application process, please contact our designated Recruitment Consultant, Virginia Sharpe, at virginia@cbcstaff.com.au or 07 4051 9699. Due to client confidentiality requirements, further information regarding the opportunity may only be provided following assessment of your application.  
  
At CBC Staff Selection, we are dedicated to fostering an environment that champions equal opportunity, embraces diversity, promotes inclusion and prioritises flexibility and accessibility. All communication with CBC Staff Selection is managed in a highly confidential manner, and your details will not be shared with any future employer without your prior consent.
  
CBC Staff Selection – Redefining Recruitment
With 38 years’ recruitment experience, CBC Staff Selection specialises in providing professional, quality recruitment services to a wide range of candidates and clients throughout both Far North Queensland (Cairns region) and North Queensland (Townsville and Mackay region) as well as Regional Queensland.
  
Job Reference: 1759075/VS

• Senior leadership role with genuine strategic influence
• Appointment at Special Counsel or Partner level
• Quality matters, loyal clients and long-term career stability

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