Generalists - Law Firm (Legal) Full time
Farrell Lusher Solicitors is a long-standing and well-respected legal firm providing a broad range of legal services across all areas of the law throughout the Riverina.
We are currently seeking a Solicitor to join our team in our family law section. Law graduates and newly admitted solicitors with a passion for law will be considered depending on the strength of their application.
The position will enable the successful candidate to obtain experience in multiple areas of the law in a supervised environment contemporaneously allowing a high level of autonomy for the more experienced candidates. Excellent and prosperous future career opportunities are on offer for the successful candidate. The firm offers an attractive work and home life balance.
Your role: You will primarily handle family law matters, including divorce, parenting disputes, and property settlements. There is also scope to be involved in general litigation. You will also assist our Partners as required.
Main responsibilities:
- Focus on family law matters, including client consultations, drafting legal documents, and court advocacy.
- Work under the supervision of a partner or senior solicitor, particularly in complex family law cases.
- Assist with property matters and general litigation.
- Draft correspondence to clients and other professionals.
- Liaise with clients and other professionals.
- Maintain accurate client files.
- Advise and communicate with clients.
- Perform court advocacy work.
To be considered for this position, you will:
- Be admitted as a solicitor or approaching admission, with a strong interest in family law.
- Have the ability to multi-task and prioritise work.
- Have excellent organisational skills and strong attention to detail.
- Have excellent telephone communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrate exceptional written communication skills.
Please submit your cover letter addressing the above essential criteria and your resume to:
The Staff Partner
alisha@farrell-lusher.com.au