Part-Time Family Lawyer – Boutique Firm | Sunshine Coast (Buderim)
About ACM Legal
We're a boutique family law firm based on the beautiful Sunshine Coast, known for our client-focused approach and down-to-earth team culture. Due to recent growth, we're looking for a part-time Family Lawyer to join us. If you're looking for a workplace that values both high-quality legal work and your wellbeing — read on.
About the Role
This is a part-time position working a 7-day fortnight (3 days one week, 4 days the next — or equivalent hours across the week). There is potential to move into a full-time role in 2026, along with a remuneration review.
You'll work closely with our Legal Director, Kate Clark, and be involved in a variety of matters including divorce, property settlements and parenting matters. We keep caseloads manageable so we can deliver personalised service — and so our lawyers can actually have a life.
We offer a mix of office attendance and work-from-home flexibility, and our casual office means you can dress for your day.
What We're Looking For
We'd love to hear from you if you bring:
* Admission as a legal practitioner in QLD with a current Practising Certificate (and High Court registration);
* At least 2 years' experience practising in family law;
* Experience in divorce, parenting, property, and domestic violence matters ;
* Confidence with court appearances and mediations ;
* A strong ability to build rapport with clients, combined with empathy and professionalism;
* Excellent communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills;
* High attention to detail and strong organisational skills;
* Experience using Smokeball will be considered a bonus (but is not essential);
* A genuine interest in growing your profile and referral network within the legal community.
Why Join ACM Legal
* Collaborative environment – Work alongside our Legal Director, not under them.
* Realistic billables – We care about output, not burnout.
* Client-first culture – We maintain smaller caseloads for better results.
* Work/life balance – Flexible structure with WFH options.
* Casual workplace – Dress for your day.
Ready to Apply to join ACM Legal?
If this sounds like the kind of firm you'd thrive in, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a cover letter addressed to Kate Clark, outlining your experience, interest in the role and three reasons why we should meet to: