Umbrella Family Law

At Umbrella, we are always on the look out for great people to work with to expand our practice in Melbourne, Victoria and interstate.

If you are a lawyer with family law experience and a transferrable file load wanting to join a warm and supportive team, you've come to the right place.

We’re proud to share that our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive work environment has earned us some incredible recognition. Jane Libbis, one of our partners, was named a finalist for Wellness Advocate of the Year at the 2024 Partner of the Year Awards, and as a firm, we’ve been finalists for Employer of Choice at the 2024 Australian Law Awards and Boutique Diversity Law Firm of the Year at the 2023 Women in Law Awards.

If you’re looking for a place where you can grow and really make an impact, please send your resume to Jane and let’s make a time to chat!

Why work for us?

QFlexibility

Flexible working:

Balance the way you work and your lifestyle with hybrid working. Work from the office or remotely. Umbrella Family Law will work with you to ensure you have great work/life balance to do the things that are most important to you.

Additional annual leave:

All staff are entitled to an extra day of annual leave after 2   years of employment and an extra day of annual leave for every year they have worked, up to 5 days.

Parental breastfeeding policy:

Umbrella Family Law understands the importance of family and have a policy which allows for people who are breastfeeding to take the time they need throughout the day to do so. This is not a measured break and can be taken as often as needed. There is a designated room at the office which is for added privacy and comfort if desired.

QTeam Work

Competitive pay

Be rewarded for great performance with competitive salaries.

Referral rewards

Introduce us to new people and receive a referral bonus when they become a client.

QCareer Development

Learning & Development

Umbrella Family Law offer supporting our Legal Practitioners and   Business Professionals with attending CPD events and   webinars/seminars to enhance career development.

Professional memberships

Umbrella Family Law cover the costs associated with annual   practising certificates, business associations and any relevant   memberships for staff.

QFinancial Benefits

Competitive pay

Be rewarded for great performance with competitive salaries.

Referral rewards

Introduce us to new people and receive a referral bonus when they become a client.

QWellbeing and Inclusion

Social club:

Umbrella Family Law have a social club which is offered to all staff   who want to join, this involves attending monthly social events to   enhance employee relationships.

Mental Health Days:

Umbrella Family Law understands the importance of mental health and encourages all staff to take time off when they need it. All eligible employees are offered paid Mental Health Days. This is in addition to current leave entitlements and is there for staff to take as they choose.

Equal opportunity:

Umbrella Family Law is committed to fostering an environment that upholds the principles of equal opportunity for all. We firmly believe that everyone, regardless of their background, should have a fair and equal chance to succeed and thrive in their careers and we strive to ensure fair practices, provide flexible work arrangements to accommodate diverse needs.

Reproductive Health Support:

All eligible employees are entitled to five paid Reproductive Health Support days per year to enable access to reproductive health resources, accommodations for medical appointments, and support for employees navigating reproductive health challenges.