Special Counsel – Family Law

Gatehouse Legal Recruitment · Melbourne CBD VIC · Full time
Posted 4d ago

Special Counsel – Family Law

Gatehouse Legal Recruitment
~$350k+(Estimated)
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KEY POINTS WE FOUND
  • Manage complex, high-value family law matters for very high-net-worth clients at a specialist Melbourne firm.
  • Provide high-quality legal and client service without an expectation to bring in new work.
  • Join a supportive team with hybrid flexibility and potential progression to partnership.

Melbourne VIC (Hybrid) | Full time | $300,000 – $400,000 package

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Law Special Counsel to join one of Melbourne’s most highly regarded boutique specialist Family Law firms. Working with a sophisticated client base of very high-net-worth individuals, you will manage complex and high-value family law matters within an established and highly regarded practice.

This is an opportunity to focus on practising at the highest level without the pressure or expectation of bringing in your own work. With strong leadership, an exceptional team environment and potential partnership opportunities, this role offers a genuine platform for long-term career progression.

If you’re looking for an opportunity that combines excellent remuneration, high-quality work, genuine flexibility and a potential pathway to partnership, this could be the move you’ve been waiting for.

On Offer

  • Exceptional remuneration: Attractive package of $300,000–$400,000.
  • High-quality work: Manage complex Family Law matters involving very high-net-worth clients.
  • No expectation of introducing work: Focus on your practice without the expectation of bringing in your own work.
  • Partnership opportunities: Genuine potential to progress into partnership within the firm.
  • Outstanding flexibility: Enjoy 2–3 days working from home, with flexibility around school drop-offs and pick-ups.
  • Supportive culture: Join a collaborative team with exceptional leadership, where colleagues genuinely support and champion one another.

About You

  • An experienced Family Lawyer operating at Special Counsel level, with strong technical expertise across complex Family Law matters.
  • Experienced in managing high-net-worth clients and sophisticated financial and property matters.
  • A confident and capable practitioner who takes pride in delivering outstanding client service.
  • A collaborative team player who values contributing to a supportive and positive working environment.
  • Interested in potential partnership opportunities and continuing to develop your career within a specialist Family Law practice.

Contact

To apply online, please apply using the form below.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact John Castello on 0407 112 612 or email john@gatehouselegal.com.au

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Contact

To apply online, please apply using the form below.

Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact John Castello on 0407 112 612 or email john@gatehouselegal.com.au

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Skills

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Client serviceCollaborativeComplex financial mattersFamily lawHigh-net-worth client managementProperty settlements

Perks & benefits

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$300,000-$400,000 packageFlexibility around school drop-offs and pick-upsNo expectation to bring in new workPotential partnership opportunitiesSupportive team and leadershipTwo to three days working from home

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