Join Our Team of Family Lawyers

Are you looking for a family law firm that can offer complex work, real autonomy, and ongoing growth?

At Delaney Roberts Specialist Family Lawyers, we exist to secure the best possible future for every client and their family. As one of the largest specialist Family Law teams outside of Sydney, our Newcastle office is home to passionate professionals, complex work, and a values-driven culture focused on excellence. We are now seeking an experienced Family Lawyer who is ready to contribute to our growth while progressing their own career in a meaningful way.

Why Join Us?

• Our clients say it best – Read our Google Reviews to see how we’re making a difference in people’s lives.
• Competitive salary and monthly commission structure
• Coaching that moves you forward – Quarterly 1:1’s and regular matter reviews with Team Leaders focused on your growth and development
• Continuous learning and real-time feedback – Strengthen your strategic, technical and client service skills.
• Meaningful autonomy – Manage your own matters with the right level of support
• A culture that celebrates sustainable, high performance – Aligned to our People First value and supported by recognition and reward programs

What We Offer

• Achievable collections targets and commission that is paid monthly
• Clear progression pathways and early exposure to complex work
• Support for achieving Specialist Accreditation
• Annual CPD budget and regular lunch & learns
• Flexible work options
• Recognition programs that celebrate performance and values alignment
• Wellbeing support and a focus on sustainable performance
• Birthday and volunteering leave

About You

This role suits a confident and capable Family Lawyer who can manage a file from start to finish, from initial client meeting through to final resolution, including court appearances. You will work within a high-performing team led by an exceptional Accredited Specialist who is known for mentoring and delivering strong outcomes.

You will likely have:

• 3+ years post-admission experience in Family Law
• Experience in both parenting and property matters
• Courtroom and advocacy experience
• Strong communication and client relationship skills
• A genuine desire to develop, grow, and contribute

Ready to take the next step in your family law career?

Our culture is high-performing yet supportive, and our people are proud of the real impact they make. If you want a career that challenges you and a workplace that supports you, this is the opportunity for you.

Apply now or contact Melanie Winters, People & Culture manager, for a confidential chat on 02 4070 0607 or 0499 013 232.

Shape the Workplace and Client Experience in a Growing Legal Services Group

Are you an experienced Office Manager who enjoys creating workplaces where both colleagues and clients have a genuinely positive experience? This is an opportunity to play a central role in the day to day running of a growing legal services group while helping to continuously improve how our workplaces operate.

At Roberts Legal Services Group we have two specialist law firms; Delaney Roberts Specialist Family Lawyers and Roberts Crosbie Mortensen Lawyers. Our firms handle complex legal matters with high professional standards while maintaining a strong People First culture.

Whilst our firms practice separately, we operate as one team with shared values, culture and support functions including operations, people and culture, sales and marketing and finance.

With around 50 employees across Newcastle and Sydney, we believe our success and the success of our clients depends on the quality and engagement of our people. We invest heavily in attracting the right people and supporting them to do their best work.

That focus on people and experience requires thoughtful coordination, which is why we are looking for an Office Manager who enjoys taking ownership of how the workplace operates and who brings ideas for improving how we support both our team and our clients.

Based in Newcastle, you will oversee the coordination of our offices while working closely with the senior leadership team. The role requires frequent travel to our Sydney office, approximately once per month.

About the Role

This role combines operational coordination with the opportunity to enhance how our workplaces function and how our team experiences the environment they work in.

Some of your key responsibilities will include:

• Managing the day-to-day operation of our Newcastle office and supporting coordination with our Sydney office
• Overseeing reception, meeting rooms and general office presentation
• Coordinating facilities, suppliers, building management and maintenance
• Managing office supplies, equipment and workplace assets
• Supporting onboarding and offboarding of team members including workplace setup
• Assisting with leave management administration and maintaining HR records
• Supporting workplace health and safety administration and compliance requirements
• Assisting with the coordination of employee recognition programs and team events
• Supporting internal meetings and general office administration
• Liaising with external providers including IT support, building management and suppliers
• Identifying opportunities to improve how the office is coordinated and the workplace experienced.

About You

This role suits someone who enjoys creating well organised workplaces and takes pride in helping teams operate smoothly and effectively. You are proactive, solutions focused and comfortable identifying ways to improve how things are done.

You will likely bring:

• Previous experience in an Office Manager role
• Experience working in a professional services environment
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A proactive and solutions focused approach
• Excellent communication and relationship management skills
• Confidence managing multiple priorities in a busy environment
• Experience supporting HR administration including onboarding, leave coordination and workplace compliance
• Experience coordinating events and supporting all staff and executive meetings
• Confidence learning systems and working with technology
• Willingness to travel to Sydney approximately once per month

Experience in the legal industry would be beneficial but not essential.

What’s in it for You

• Work closely with leadership – collaborate with the Operations Manager, People & Culture Manager and Sales & Marketing to support the smooth running of the Company
• Variety in your work – play a key role in coordinating workplace operations, people initiatives and office administration
• People First culture – be part of a supportive workplace where collaboration and professionalism matter
• Opportunity to contribute ideas – help improve how our workplaces operate as the business continues to grow
• Professional environment – work in a modern legal services group focused on efficiency, strong systems and sustainable growth
• Newcastle based role with Sydney exposure – primarily Newcastle based with regular travel to our Sydney CBD office

How to Apply

We welcome candidates who enjoy improving how workplaces operate and who bring ideas about how office environments can better support both people and clients. Please submit your application, including a cover letter, by clicking the Apply button.

At Roberts Legal Services Group Pty Limited (t/as Roberts Crosbie Mortensen Lawyers and Delaney Roberts Specialist Family Lawyers), we are passionate about demonstrating excellence and putting our People First. One of the ways we do this is by building the systems, processes, and precedents to ensure our teams consistently deliver outstanding legal services.

We are looking for a Precedents & Process Development Assistant to join us 2 to 3 days per week to execute this important work. This role reports to our Managing Partner and offers unique exposure to the inner workings of a leading law firm. You will gain hands-on experience in precedent development, Smart Operating Procedures (SOPs), and process improvement, while working directly with most roles within our firm. For the right person, this role offers invaluable training and mentoring and an opportunity to learn best practices from specialists in Commercial Litigation, Business Law and Family Law. This is a permanent part-time role with a pathway to paralegal and graduate solicitor.

What You Will Do

• Capture best practice drafts from our legal teams and turn them into accessible, standardised precedents in LEAP.
• Apply our “System for Creating Systems” which was inspired by the book, SYSTEMology by David Jenyns to document key processes and translate them into Smart Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Develop supporting Checklists in SharePoint and ClickUp to make SOPs easy to find and apply in practice.
• Provide training and support to colleagues in relation to finding and using precedents and SOPs effectively.
• Assist with onboarding new employees in relation to precedents and SOPs, building competency in core systems, formatting, and file management standards.
• Develop and maintain expert knowledge of core systems including LEAP, Clio, SharePoint, Outlook, and ClickUp.
• Support teams during resource gaps and contribute to firm-wide initiatives that enhance efficiency and client service

What You Will Bring

• You must be a 2nd or 3rd year law student (applications from 4th or 5th years will not be considered for this role).
• No prior legal experience is required.
• Strong technology skills and the ability to quickly learn new systems.
• Common sense and initiative, with the confidence to problem-solve and suggest improvements.
• Exceptionally strong attention to detail.
• Strong interpersonal skills – with the confidence to work directly with all roles and levels within the firm.
• Confident written communication skills and an interest in developing legal writing.
• A disciplined, systematic approach to capturing information and applying structured processes.

Why Join Us?

• Coaching, feedback, and career development conversations that build skills for your legal career.
• Early exposure to multiple practice areas and the best practices that underpin legal operations.
• Flexibility to balance work and study commitments.
• A People First culture with recognition programs that reward high performance and values alignment.
• Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Program.
• This is a permanent part-time role, with a career pathway to graduate solicitor for the right person.

Apply Now!

Please upload your resume, a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this role and your Academic Transcript for courses completed to date.

Join our People-First Team and Make a Difference

Are you a friendly and professional individual who can’t help but make a good first impression? Delaney Roberts Family Lawyers is seeking an enthusiastic Receptionist to join our team and play a crucial role in supporting our Family Law practice. With our “People First” philosophy at the heart of everything we do, this is your chance to help us deliver an outstanding experience for our clients and team members alike.

Why Choose Us?

At Delaney Roberts Family Lawyers, we are committed to attracting and nurturing top talent by ensuring all employees feel valued and supported. Our mission is to secure the best future for every client and their family, and we achieve this by embedding our values into every aspect of our work.

About the Role

As our Receptionist, you will help manage daily operations to ensure we deliver exceptional client experiences. You will be responsible for delivering a great first impression on the phone and in person. Creating a welcoming environment for our clients and providing essential administrative support across the office. Full training is provided to help you excel in tasks ranging from client interaction to managing multiple systems. Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing incoming and outgoing calls via C3X which is a software-based phone system
• Accurately recording client and enquiry details in Clio our legal CRM system
• Greeting clients and attending to their needs
• Assisting with filing and general administration which will require you to follow our Smart Operating Procedures (SOP) and use LEAP (our practice software for managing legal matters)
• Coordinating appointments and booking meeting room schedules via Microsoft Office.
• Handling mail and deliveries
• Ensuring the office and kitchens are well-presented
• Providing additional support where needed

About You

We are looking for someone with a proactive attitude who is passionate about creating a positive experience for others. To succeed in this role, you will need:

• A positive, and self-motivated attitude
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Empathy and resilience when dealing with emotional clients (we provide de-escalation technique training).
• High attention to detail and accuracy
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• An aptitude for technology and picking up new systems and processes.
• The ability to multitask and prioritise in a busy office environment – we host a lot of client meetings and mediations in our offices.
• Previous experience in a legal office is highly desirable but not essential. If you are keen to grow your skills, we’d love to hear from you!

What’s in it for You?

• Training & Development – We provide full training and support to help you succeed in your role.
• Employee Incentives – Participate in a range of employee reward programs with monthly and quarterly incentives including vouchers and cash.
• Inclusive Culture – Be part of a respectful and welcoming workplace where everyone is valued.
• Enjoy regular events like Friday night drinks, end-of-month celebrations, EOFY parties, Melbourne Cup festivities, Christmas parties, and more.
• Wellbeing: Access our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program, offering 24/7 support from psychologists via phone, videoconference, or in person. This benefit extends to your immediate family as well.
• Modern office, building design features and a Newcastle CBD location with easy access greenspaces, the light rail and other public transport options

How to apply

If you are ready to join a firm that truly values its people and contribute to our mission, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application, including a cover letter, by clicking the “Apply” button.

Are you looking for an opportunity to start your career in the legal profession? 

This is an excellent entry level opportunity to join a growing legal services group and gain valuable experience working in a professional legal environment. If you aspire to become a Legal Assistant or Paralegal in the future, this role will give you the exposure, training and experience needed to take that next step.

At Roberts Legal Services Group we have two specialist law firms; Delaney Roberts Specialist Family Lawyers and Roberts Crosbie Mortensen Lawyers. Our firms handle complex legal matters with high professional standards while maintaining a strong People First culture.

Whilst our firms practice separately, we operate as one team with shared values, culture and support functions including operations, people and culture, sales and marketing and finance.

With around 50 employees across Newcastle and Sydney, we believe our success and the success of our clients depends on the quality and engagement of our people. We invest heavily in attracting the right people and supporting them to do their best work.

As our Sydney office continues to grow, we are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised and keen to learn to join our team as a Junior Office Assistant & Receptionist.

Why This Role is a Great Opportunity

This role is ideal if you are interested in building a career in legal support and want to learn how a professional law firm operates.

You will receive training in legal systems and processes and gain exposure to how matters are managed from the very first client enquiry through to the progression of legal work. Many people start their careers in roles like this before progressing into Legal Assistant, Paralegal or other legal support roles.

This is a full-time position based in our Sydney office. As the role involves managing reception during business hours, it requires consistent full-time availability. For this reason, the role is not suitable for someone currently studying law at university and seeking part time work. However, it is an excellent opportunity for someone who has recently completed a Certificate in Legal Services or Business Administration at TAFE or is interested in completing one.

About the Role

As our Receptionist and Administrative Assistant, you will help create a welcoming and professional environment for clients attending meetings, mediations and appointments in our Sydney office.

You will also provide administrative support to the team and assist with the day-to-day coordination of the office. While this is a reception-based role, the focus is on greeting clients and supporting the team rather than answering telephone calls. Full training will be provided to help you learn our systems and processes.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Greeting clients and visitors and creating a welcoming and professional reception experience
• Recording client and enquiry details in Clio, our client relationship management system
• Coordinating meeting room bookings and appointments using Microsoft Office
• Assisting with filing and general administration in accordance with our Smart Operating Procedures
• Using LEAP, our legal practice management system, to assist with administrative tasks
• Managing incoming and outgoing mail and deliveries
• Ensuring reception, meeting rooms and kitchen areas are well presented
• Providing administrative support to the legal team where required

About You 

You do not need previous legal experience to succeed in this role. It is an entry level role. What matters most is your attitude, reliability and willingness. Ideally, you will possess:

• A friendly and professional approach when interacting with colleagues and clients
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent attention to detail and organisation
• Confidence using Microsoft Office and learning new systems
• The ability to stay calm and organised in a busy office environment
• A genuine interest in building a career in the legal profession

What’s in it for you?

• Training and Development
• Career Pathways – as our business grows there are opportunities to progress into roles such as Legal Assistant or Paralegal.
• Supportive Team Environment and a People First culture
• Generous employee reward and recognition programs
• Wellbeing Support- access our Employee Assistance Program which provides confidential support for you and your immediate family.
• Modern Sydney Office in the CBD

Salary

The salary for this role will be aligned with the Legal Services Award – level 1 classification.

How to Apply

If you are enthusiastic, reliable and interested in starting your career in the legal profession, we would love to hear from you.

Please submit your application, including a cover letter, by clicking the Apply button.