About Taylor Legal
Taylor Legal is a growing local law firm based in Ocean Grove, servicing the Surf Coast, Bellarine and Geelong region. We provide practical, high-quality legal services across Wills & Estates, Family Law, Conveyancing, Commercial Law and more and we do it with genuine care for the people and communities we work with.
We are a close-knit, ambitious team that takes our work seriously without taking ourselves too seriously. Our lawyers stay. We have long-serving staff, a low-turnover culture, and a genuine commitment to work-life balance. You will have direct access to our Principal and other senior members of staff and real input into how the firm grows.
The work is diverse and interesting, and we trust our people to get on with it. You won't be buried in a back office, you will have autonomy over your files, direct client relationships, and the support of a team that genuinely wants you to succeed.
And yes, the location helps. Primarily based Ocean Grove, with expansions to Surf Coast and Geelong, the Bellarine Peninsula is a genuinely great place to live and work, and our team reflects the community we serve.
About the Role
Due to continued growth, we are seeking an experienced Wills & Estates Lawyer or Senior Lawyer with a minimum of 3 years post-admission experience to join our team at our Ocean Grove office.
You will manage your own files from day one, provide clear and practical advice to clients, and be confident preparing your own documents. You will work alongside our senior practitioners and play a meaningful role in the ongoing development of the Wills & Estates department.
Key Responsibilities
* Drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney and estate planning documents — including preparing your own precedents and documents as required
* Probate and Letters of Administration applications
* Advising clients in relation to estate administration
* Meeting with clients and providing clear, practical advice
* Managing files independently from commencement through to finalisation
* Liaising with clients, beneficiaries, accountants and other professionals
* Assisting with and taking ownership of more complex matters over time
About You
* Holds a current Australian legal practising certificate, with interstate transfers accepted
* Has a minimum of 3 years specific experience in Wills & Estates practice
* Is confident preparing their own documents and working independently
* Is organised, reliable and detail-focused
* Great mentor for junior staff and legal assistants
* Has robust communication and client relationship skills
* Has a friendly and professional manner
* Is looking to build a long-term career within a supportive local firm
What We Offer
* A close-knit, friendly team with a genuine social culture — people actually enjoy coming to work
* Direct access to Katherine (Principal) and a collaborative, non-hierarchical workplace
* Real autonomy and trust — you manage your files, your way
* Interesting and varied work across the full spectrum of Wills & Estates
* Genuine client contact and responsibility from day one
* Long-term career growth within a firm that is genuinely expanding
* Flexible working arrangements considered for the right candidate
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