Solicitor

About Us

Bansal Lawyers is a leading legal practice specialising in family law and criminal matters. We are committed to providing expert, compassionate, and practical legal advice to our clients during some of life’s most challenging moments. Our team is dedicated to achieving the best outcomes across a wide range of issues, from relationship breakdowns and parenting arrangements to civil disputes and criminal defence. We pride ourselves on our client-focused approach, professional excellence, and deep understanding of legal complexities.

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and motivated solicitor to join our growing team at Bansal Lawyers in Melbourne VIC 3000. This is a full-time position offering an excellent opportunity to develop your career across family law, general civil litigation, and criminal law. You will work alongside experienced practitioners, providing high-quality legal services to clients navigating a broad range of legal matters. This role is integral to our practice’s continued success, and your work will have a meaningful impact on the lives of our clients during pivotal times.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive legal advice to clients on family law matters, including divorce, property settlement, child custody, and parenting arrangements

• Providing legal advice and representation in criminal law matters, including summary and indictable offences, bail applications, plea hearings, and sentencing

• Preparing and filing legal documents, affidavits, court pleadings, and submissions in accordance with procedural requirements

• Conducting initial client consultations and maintaining detailed file management

• Negotiating settlements and representing clients in mediation and alternative dispute resolution processes

• Appearing in court and attending legal conferences on behalf of clients across the Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Federal Circuit and Family Courts

• Conducting legal research and staying current with developments in family law, and criminal law legislation and case law

• Providing drafting services for separation agreements, parenting plans, contracts, and other legal instruments

• Managing client relationships with professionalism, empathy, and clear communication

• Contributing to the development of practice procedures and assisting in training junior staff as appropriate

What We’re Looking For

• Admission as a Solicitor in Victoria and current Practising Certificate with the Law Society of Victoria

• Minimum 1 years’ post-admission experience in family law and criminal law.

• Essential experience in family law practice; demonstrated experience in civil litigation or criminal law is highly regarded

• Strong knowledge of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth), relevant civil procedure rules, and the criminal law framework in Victoria

• Demonstrated experience in dispute resolution, including negotiation, mediation, and litigation

• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal concepts to clients in an accessible manner

• Proficiency in legal research and case analysis

• Strong organisational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple matters simultaneously

• Demonstrated commitment to client care and professional ethics

• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment

• Experience with tribunal and court proceedings is highly regarded

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and remuneration package commensurate with experience

• Supportive and collaborative work environment with experienced mentorship opportunities

• Professional development and ongoing training across family law, civil, and criminal practice areas

• Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance

• Opportunity to build a strong client base and develop your legal expertise across multiple practice areas

• Access to modern office facilities and legal resources in our Melbourne CBD location

• Career progression opportunities within an expanding practice

• Professional indemnity insurance coverage

If you are a dedicated solicitor with a passion for family and criminal law and a commitment to helping clients through difficult times, we would love to hear from you. Apply now by submitting your CV, cover letter, and references to Bansal Lawyers. We welcome applications from candidates who can demonstrate their expertise and commitment to excellence in legal practice.