Senior Wills and Estates

Lawyers Weekly; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work from home flexibility

Job summary

Lawyers Weekly in Brisbane’s CBD is seeking a Senior Associate or Special Counsel to lead the Wills & Estates practice. You will own matters from start to finish, mentor junior lawyers, and collaborate with a supportive team to grow the practice.

The role offers autonomy, a steady workflow from loyal referrals, and a realistic daily billable target. A positive, client-focused culture accompanies a competitive salary reflecting experience.

Qualifications

• Senior Associate or Special Counsel with extensive experience in Wills & Estates.
• Ability to run files independently from start to finish.
• Accredited Specialist in Wills & Estates is highly regarded but not essential.
• Strong communication skills and a genuine interest in mentoring junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied portfolio of estate planning and administration matters with minimal supervision.
• Advising clients on complex matters and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Mentoring junior lawyers, with 1–2 reporting directly within the next year.
• Contributing to business development and maintaining referral connections.
• Achieving a realistic daily billable target (approx. 5.5 hours).

Skills

Wills & Estates

Mentoring juniors

Independent file management

Job description

Are you a senior Wills & Estates Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career?

Take ownership of your practice and mentor junior lawyers eager to learn from you!

If you’re ready for a role where you can truly lead, grow, and make a difference in the Wills & Estates space, keep reading...

A boutique firm in Brisbane’s CBD is looking for an experienced Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join its established Wills & Estates practice.

This is a rare opportunity for a senior practitioner to step into a leadership role with real influence, working alongside a respectful team and a strong support network. The position offers a blend of autonomy, high-quality work, and the chance to mentor junior staff as the team continues to grow.

What you will be doing:

• Managing a varied portfolio of estate planning and estate administration matters with minimal supervision
• Advising clients on complex matters, maintaining excellent client relationships
• Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers, with 1–2 expected to report directly within the next year or so
• Contributing to ongoing business development and maintaining strong referral connections
• Achieving a realistic daily billable target (approx. 5.5 hours)

What are we looking for?

• A Senior Associate or Special Counsel-level lawyer with extensive experience in Wills & Estates
• The ability to run files independently and take ownership of matters from start to finish
• A collaborative mindset with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in mentoring junior staff
• An Accredited Specialist in Wills & Estates is highly regarded but not essential
• Commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to the continued growth of the team

Why this role?

You will be joining a down-to-earth, well-established team of professionals in a firm known for its consistency, integrity, and client-focused approach. The Wills & Estates team is supported by experienced paralegals and works alongside a property team in the same office.

Based in Brisbane’s CBD, the firm offers a supportive office culture, and once trust is built, flexibility to work from home may be available after building trust.

• Leadership opportunity with a respected Brisbane firm
• No micromanagement – run your matters with autonomy
• Steady pipeline of quality work from loyal referral sources
• Supportive team culture with long-term career potential
• Competitive salary on offer, reflective of experience and capability

If you're a senior estates lawyer considering your next move, this is an opportunity worth exploring.