Job Description
Litigation Lawyer – Civil & Family Law (5+ PAE)
Firm:
Lincoln Legal Pty Ltd
Location:
Sydney, NSW (Waterloo, Crows Nest or Hurstville).
Practice Areas:
Civil Litigation & Family Law Litigation
About The Firm
Lincoln Legal Pty Ltd is a Sydney-based law firm focused on litigation, family law, and property-related disputes.
We act for individuals, families, and small businesses and are known for practical, no-nonsense litigation strategy, strong drafting, and disciplined file management.
This role is for a lawyer who genuinely enjoys running contested matters and taking responsibility.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced
Litigation Lawyer (minimum 5 years PAE)
with
solid experience in both civil litigation and family law litigation
.
You will have
real autonomy
, direct client contact, and responsibility for running files from start to finish, with support where appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
Civil Litigation
* Running civil litigation matters in the NSW Local Court, District Court and Supreme Court
* Drafting pleadings, affidavits, submissions and advices
* Managing interlocutory applications and procedural strategy
* Advising clients on litigation risk, costs and settlement
* Preparing matters for mediation, hearing and trial
* Appearing in court where appropriate, or briefing counsel
Family Law Litigation
* Running contested parenting and property matters
* Drafting affidavits, Applications, Responses, consent orders and submissions
* Managing interim hearings and procedural steps in the FCFCOA
* Advising clients in high-conflict and emotionally sensitive matters
* Settlement strategy, including negotiations and mediations
About You
* Admitted solicitor in NSW
* Minimum 5 years post-admission experience
* Demonstrated experience in both civil litigation and family law litigation
* Proven ability to carry files independently
* Strong drafting skills and procedural confidence
* Commercial, practical and solutions-focused
* Calm and professional with difficult clients and opponents
* Reliable, organised and deadline-driven
What This Role Is (and Is Not)
This Role IS
* Hands-on litigation
* Real responsibility and autonomy
* Direct client engagement
* Exposure across multiple courts and jurisdictions
This Role Is NOT
* A junior or learning role
* A conveyancing-heavy or advisory-only position
* A role for lawyers without contested litigation experience
What We Offer
* Meaningful litigation work with genuine responsibility
* A professional, focused working environment
* Flexibility and trust for the right candidate
* Competitive remuneration based on experience and capability
How to Apply
Please Submit
* Your CV
* A brief cover letter outlining:
* Your civil litigation experience
* Your family law litigation experience
* The level of file carriage you have managed
Firm or Organisation NameLincoln Legal Pty LtdContact NameAndrew WongEmail LevelPost-admissionSectorProfessional servicesCountryAustraliaStateNew South Wales