Our client "Tragear & Harris Lawyers and Mornington Legal" is seeking a Lawyer to join their team
Are you an experienced lawyer looking for an opportunity to work independently in a thriving boutique practice? Join our client's team and handle a diverse range of legal matters in a supportive environment with excellent growth potential and work-life balance.
About Our Client
Tragear & Harris Lawyers and Mornington Legal are respected boutique practices based in Sandringham and Mornington, part of the Nesh Legal Group. With a strong community presence, they specialize in Wills and Estates, Property and Commercial law, and Family law. They're seeking a motivated lawyer to join their dynamic team and contribute to their continued success.
What you'll be doing?
* Client consultations: Conduct conferences with clients, providing expert legal advice and guidance.
* Case management: Handle your own files autonomously with minimal supervision, demonstrating your expertise and initiative.
* Court representation: Attend court proceedings, advocating for your clients' interests.
* Professional communication: Correspond effectively with other professionals, counsel, and the court.
* Legal documentation: Prepare court documents and other legal paperwork with precision and attention to detail.
* Versatile legal support: Assist with general legal matters, applying a common-sense approach in a boutique general law firm setting.
* Team collaboration: Contribute to office duties as needed, supporting the overall efficiency of the practice.
Who are they looking for?
* Experienced professional: A qualified lawyer with 5+ years post-admission experience, with more experienced candidates highly valued.
* Legal credentials: Preferably holding a current unrestricted Practicing Certificate, though this is not mandatory.
* Wills and Estates expertise: Possessing good knowledge of Wills and Estate matters to serve clients effectively.
* Autonomous worker: Able to work well both independently and as part of a team, taking ownership of your work.
* Software proficiency: Experience with LEAP Legal Software would be advantageous but not essential.
* Litigation understanding: Familiarity with litigation matters, particularly in Estate and Trust litigation.
* Probate proficiency: Experience in Probate and Administration processes from grant application to estate administration.
* Family law experience: Knowledge in Family law matters is preferred but not essential for the role.
Why you should consider this opportunity?
Our client offers an attractive remuneration package and other benefits, such as:
* A friendly, supportive work environment with a small team
* Flexible work arrangements with the option to work from home (negotiable)
* Independence to manage your own files with minimal interference
* Excellent training and professional development opportunities
* Competitive salary package based on your skills and experience
How to apply
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