Senior Wills And Estates Lawyer

Rafton Family Lawyers; Blue Mountains City Council; On-site; AUD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist law firm in Blue Mountains is seeking a Senior Wills and Estates Lawyer to manage complex wills and estate planning cases. The role involves drafting legal documents and offering tailored advice while collaborating with a skilled team. Candidates must have a law degree, at least 5 years experience in wills and estates law, and strong legal expertise. The position offers the opportunity to work in a multi-award winning firm dedicated to client-focused legal service.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing in wills and estates law.
• Valid admission to the legal profession in Australia.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex wills, estate planning, and estate administration cases.
• Liaise with clients to offer tailored legal advice.
• Draft estate planning documents and represent clients in estate litigation.
• Collaborate with other legal professionals.

Skills

Strong legal expertise in wills and estates

Proficiency in legal document drafting

Excellent client relationship management

Attention to detail

Strong analytical skills

Ability to navigate complex legal scenarios

Education

Law degree

Job description

Company Description

Rafton Family Lawyers is a specialist law firm with six offices serving Sydney and its outer suburbs. Led by accredited family law specialist Kate Rafton, who has over 20 years of experience, the team offers comprehensive expertise in family law, including separation, divorce, wills, estates, and conveyancing. Established in 2007, the firm is committed to providing professional and sensitive legal services tailored to client needs. Additionally, Rafton Arbitration and Mediation, led by Special Counsel Maurice Edwards, provides dedicated mediation and arbitration services and several lawyers are collaboratively trained. The firm is known for its client-focused approach and is multi-award winning.

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role for a Senior Wills and Estates Lawyer based in Blue Mountains, NSW. The role involves managing complex wills, estate planning, and estate administration cases, as well as liaising with clients to offer tailored legal advice. The lawyer will draft estate planning documents and represent clients in estate litigation. With the assistance of a senior paralegal that is proficient in all areas of wills and estates they will apply for LOA or probate via the online portal. Collaboration with other legal professionals and maintaining documentation in compliance with legal standards will also be a key part of the role.

Qualifications

• Strong legal expertise in wills, estate planning, estate administration, and dispute resolution
• Proficiency in legal document drafting, including wills and powers of attorney
• Excellent client relationship management and communication skills
• Attention to detail, strong analytical skills, and the ability to navigate complex legal scenarios
• Minimum of 5 years of experience practicing in wills and estates law
• A law degree and valid admission to the legal profession in Australia
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Familiarity with conveyancing for estate matters is desirable but not essential