Experienced Wills & Estates Solicitor

Wonderley & Hall Solicitors; Toowoomba Regional; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Work-life balance

Mentorship

Team culture

Job summary

Wonderley & Hall Solicitors in Toowoomba, QLD seeks an Experienced Wills & Estates Lawyer to manage a diverse, high-value file load and build trusted relationships with regional and metropolitan clients.

You will handle estate planning, complex wills, probate applications, and advisory work on guardianship and litigation, while working autonomously within a collaborative team that values work-life balance and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Admission as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland.
• 3–6 years of focused post-admission experience in Wills, Estates and Succession Law.
• Strong drafting capabilities with an analytical mindset and compassionate client approach.
• Enthusiasm for regional community practice and work-life balance.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end file load including estate planning, wills, trusts, and powers of attorney.
• Oversee probate applications, letters of administration and Queensland Supreme Court matters.
• Advise on estate litigation, family provision and guardianship/administration matters (QCAT).
• Conduct client consultations with empathy, clarity and commercial acumen.

Skills

Drafting

Analytical thinking

Client empathy

Calm under pressure

Education

Admission: Supreme Court of Queensland

Job description

Wonderley & Hall Solicitors – Toowoomba QLD

We are seeking a dedicated and client-focused Experienced Wills & Estates Lawyer to join our expanding succession and estate planning practice. In this role, you will take ownership of a diverse, high-value file load and build long-term trusted relationships with our regional and metropolitan client base—including families, self-funded retirees, primary producers, and SME owners. You will work autonomously while enjoying the support of a collaborative, approachable, and high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

Manage an end-to-end file load encompassing estate planning, complex wills, testamentary trusts, enduring powers of attorney, and advance health directives.

Handle deceased estate administration, including probate applications, letters of administration, and Supreme Court of Queensland matters.

Advise on and assist with estate litigation, family provision applications, and guardianship/administration matters (QCAT).

Conduct client consultations with empathy, clarity, and commercial acumen.

What We Are Looking For

Qualifications: Admission as a Solicitor of the Supreme Court of Queensland.

Experience: Minimum 3 to 6 years of focused post-admission experience (PAE) in Wills, Estates, and Succession Law.

Skills: Strong drafting capabilities, analytical prowess, and a calm, compassionate approach to sensitive client scenarios.

Culture Fit: A genuine enthusiasm for regional community practice and a commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

What’s on Offer?

• Remuneration - Competitive salary package commensurate with experience + performance incentives
• Work-Life Balance - Genuine respect for boundaries,
• Growth & Mentorship - Opportunity to work alongside senior accredited specialists with clear career progression
• Team Environment - Supportive, inclusive office culture with regular team events and well-resourced administrative backing