Associate Lawyer - Wills, estates & litigation

BBV Legal (Bowen Buchbinder Vilensky); Perth; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CBD carpark

Flexible hours

Business succession opportunities

Job summary

Bowen Buchbinder Vilensky (BBV) in Perth seeks an Associate Lawyer to focus on wills, estates, and civil litigation. You will advise on estate planning, draft wills and powers of attorney, and manage probate and estate administration in a modern, central office at 37 STG.

The role includes handling contested estates, drafting pleadings, and appearing in relevant courts. BBV offers flexibility, work-life balance, and opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in law with wills, estates, and civil litigation experience.
• Ability to identify and analyse legal issues and provide practical advice.
• Familiarity with court processes: drafting documents, managing filings, appearances at hearings.
• Excellent written and verbal communication with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Advise on estate planning, draft wills and powers of attorney, manage probate and estate administration matters.
• Handle contested estates and related civil disputes; prepare pleadings and court documents; appear in courts as required.
• Review files, perform legal research, and prepare written advice; negotiate settlements under fixed fee pricing.
• Collaborate with colleagues and engage with clients professionally and empathetically; contribute to service improvements.

Skills

Legal analysis

Negotiation

Written/Verbal communication

Time management

Client-focused

Independent & collaborative

Education

5+ years post graduate

WA Practising Certificate eligibility

Job description

Company Description

Bowen Buchbinder Vilensky (BBV) is one of Western Australia’s most respected law firms, providing legal advice and solutions across a broad range of practice areas. Based in Perth, BBV is recognised by the Law Society of Western Australia as an Approved Quality Practice, reflecting its commitment to high professional standards. In operation for over 35 years, a majority work is granted by referral. We are a small boutique firm comprised of 3 wills & estates lawyers (including some litigation work), 1 commercial lawyer and 2 family law lawyers. Additionally, we have 2 paralegals and 3 senior legal assistants and a Practice Manager.

Role Description

This full-time, Associate Lawyer position is based in Perth, WA in our modern & central new office at 37 STG. The role focuses on wills, estates, and litigation and involves advising clients on estate planning, drafting wills, powers of attorney, and related documents, and managing probate and estate administration matters. The Associate Lawyer will handle contested estates and related civil disputes, including preparing pleadings, court documents, and correspondence, and appearing in relevant courts as required. Daily responsibilities include reviewing files, assessing legal issues, conducting legal research, preparing written advice, and negotiating settlements in line with the firm’s Fixed Fee Pricing model. The role also includes collaborating with colleagues, engaging with clients in a professional and empathetic manner, and contributing to the continuous improvement of BBV’s legal services.

Qualifications

• Strong foundation in Law, with experience in wills, estates, and civil litigation matters.


• Demonstrated ability to identify and analyse legal issues and provide clear, practical advice.


• Familiarity with Courts processes, including drafting court documents, managing filings, and appearing at hearings.


• Effective negotiation skills for resolving disputes, settling matters, and advocating for client interests.


• Admission as a legal practitioner in Western Australia and eligibility for a current practising certificate.


• Prior experience (post-admission) in a private practice environment, preferably in succession law and litigation. Must be minimum 5 years post graduate.


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with strong attention to detail and file management.


• Client-focused mindset, ethical judgment, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.


• Strong time management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.

Ideally we are looking for a senior candidate that either has their own client base or is comfortable generating future clients in addition to those generated by BBV.

We offer a family friendly environment, a CBD carpark & flexible hours.

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