Senior Wills & Estates Leader | Autonomy & Mentorship

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

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.