Estate Litigation Associate/Senior Associate

ClearCompany; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Melbourne is seeking an experienced Estate Litigation Lawyer to take ownership of complex cases and manage client relations. The role offers a supportive team environment, competitive salary with bonus, and various benefits including flexible work arrangements. The ideal candidate will have 3-7 years of experience in estate litigation and strong communication skills.

Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus structure

Extra week of annual leave

Flexible work arrangements

Annual staff conference focused on development

Qualifications

• 3-7 years PAE and extensive experience with estate litigation matters.
• Solid technical skills and commercial awareness.
• Excellent attention to detail and client service driven.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a supportive team in estate litigation.
• Manage own files under supervision.
• Liaise with clients and stakeholders professionally.

Skills

3-7 years PAE

Extensive experience with estate litigation

Strong empathy

Highly developed communication skills

Excellent time management

Job description

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

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