A highly regarded specialist firm is seeking an experienced Senior Associate to join its respected Estate Law team. This is an outstanding opportunity for a passionate and technically skilled lawyer to work across estate planning, administration, and litigation in a values-driven and client-focused environment.
You will be part of a collaborative, tight-knit legal team with strong internal mentoring, professional development, and client exposure.
The Role:
This position will see you advising a diverse client base on a wide range of estate matters, with key responsibilities including:
- Delivering high-quality, plain English advice on complex estate issues
- Managing estate planning, probate, and estate litigation files end-to-end
- Handling client interviews and interpreting individual needs with empathy and precision
- Leading fee arrangements, budgeting, and billing under a value-pricing methodology
- Providing strategic legal solutions with commercial awareness
- Mentoring and guiding junior lawyers and contributing to internal knowledge development
About You:
You are an experienced estate lawyer who values both legal excellence and human connection. You will ideally bring:
- 4+ years PAE in wills & estates law (planning, administration and/or litigation)
- Strong drafting and client advisory experience in estate matters
- A methodical, proactive and client-first approach
- Exceptional attention to detail and communication skills
- A collaborative attitude and willingness to support and grow your team
- A passion for building referral relationships and contributing to firm development
What’s On Offer:
- Strong focus on work-life balance, wellness, and ethical practice
- A values-led, collegiate team with deep industry expertise
- Transparent progression structure with professional mentoring
- Competitive salary and supportive fee structure
- Opportunities to contribute to thought leadership, CPD and CLE initiatives