Only 24h Left: Estate Litigation Associate/Senior Associate
2 weeks ago
About the role
Step into your next big career move – A leading CBD-based law firm, renowned for its excellence in estate litigation, is actively seeking a talented Estate Litigation Lawyer to join their growing team. With a track record of strategic growth under forward-thinking Directors, this firm offers you the chance to take ownership of complex matters, drive results for high-calibre clients, and carve out a long-term career in a high-performing, specialist environment.
Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary (and bonus structure), you’ll enjoy a range of benefits designed to support your work-life balance and professional growth. These include flexible work arrangements, an extra week of annual leave, achievable daily billable targets set at just 5 hours p/d, and a fantastic annual staff conference focused on learning, development, and team connection.
Duties
In this role, you will:
- Work as part of a supportive team, including a Director and Special Counsel
- Focus primarily on Estate Litigation matters, including: Estate disputes and will challenges; Guardianship and capacity disputes
- Manage your own files under supervision
- Assist with more complex matters as required
- Liaise with clients and other stakeholders professionally and effectively
Skills & experience
The ideal candidate will have:
- 3-7 years PAE and extensive experience with estate litigation matters and estate administration
- Solid technical skills, commercial awareness and strong empathy
- Highly developed communication skills at all levels, good attention to detail and /'client service/' driven
- Excellent time management & organisational skills to manage competing priorities
About our client
Our client is a well-regarded CBD-based law firm experiencing steady, strategic growth and known for its team of skilled and dedicated lawyers. Recognised as one of Victoria’s leading firms in estate litigation, they offer a genuinely supportive and collaborative culture, with approachable Partners and exceptional mentoring that fosters professional development at every stage.
How to apply
To express your interest, simply click on the Apply button.
Alternatively, for a confidential discussion, please contact:
Sharon Henderson | Partner
Legal People
Mobile: 0418 361 199
E: sharon@legalpeople.com.au
Our Ref: 3970620
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