Wills & Estates Lawyer

Tailored Recruitment; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

School-friendly hours

Professional development

Job summary

Tailored Recruitment is partnering with a well-established Brisbane law firm to appoint a Wills & Estates Lawyer. With approximately 2–5+ years' post-admission experience, you’ll develop expertise in estate planning and administration while handling your own matters under the guidance of experienced practitioners, including two Special Counsel, one Accredited Specialist in Succession Law.

The firm is open to considering Property Lawyers transitioning into Wills & Estates, and school-friendly

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years post-admission experience
• Experience preparing wills and related estate planning documents
• Experience with estate administration, including probate or letters of administration
• Strong drafting, communication and client relationship skills
• Ability to manage files independently and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Take client instructions and prepare wills, including testamentary trusts
• Draft enduring powers of attorney and advance health directives
• Provide advice on estate planning and succession matters
• Manage deceased estates from instructions to finalisation
• Prepare probate and letters of administration applications
• Assist with asset collection, distributions and communication with executors and beneficiaries
• Handle property-related matters arising from estates, including transfers
• Assist with commercial matters involving trusts and company structures
• Prepare legal correspondence, deeds, affidavits and court documents
• Manage own files and work with paralegals and support staff

Skills

Estate planning

Drafting

Client relations

File management

Education

Qualified in Queensland

Job description

Brisbane, QLD | School-Friendly Hours Considered | Supportive Team

Tailored Recruitment is working with a well-established Brisbane law firm seeking a Wills & Estates Lawyer to join its team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with approximately 2–5+ years' post-admission experience who is looking to further develop their expertise in estate planning and estate administration.

You'll have the opportunity to manage your own matters while receiving guidance and support from experienced practitioners, including two Special Counsel, one of whom is an Accredited Specialist in Succession Law.

The firm is also open to considering experienced Property Lawyers who are interested in transitioning into Wills & Estates.

For the right candidate, school-friendly working hours may also be considered.

The Role

You'll be responsible for managing a variety of Wills & Estates matters, including:

• Taking client instructions and preparing wills, including testamentary trusts.
• Drafting enduring powers of attorney and advance health directives.
• Providing advice on estate planning and succession matters.
• Managing deceased estates from initial instructions through to finalisation.
• Preparing probate and letters of administration applications.
• Assisting with asset collection, distribution and communication with executors and beneficiaries.
• Handling property-related matters arising from estates, including property transfers.
• Assisting with commercial matters involving business interests, trusts and company structures.
• Preparing legal correspondence, deeds, affidavits and court documents.
• Managing your own files and working collaboratively with paralegals and support staff.

About You

We're looking for someone who has:

• Approximately 2–5+ years' PAE and admission to practise in Queensland.
• Ideally at least 18 months' experience preparing wills and related estate planning documents.
• Experience assisting with estate administration, including probate or letters of administration applications.
• Strong drafting, communication and client relationship skills.
• Confidence managing files independently and meeting deadlines.
• A collaborative approach and genuine interest in developing their Wills & Estates practice.

Property Lawyers considering a transition into Wills & Estates are also encouraged to apply.

What's on Offer?

• Supportive team: Work alongside experienced practitioners, including two Special Counsel.
• Professional development: Learn from an Accredited Specialist in Succession Law.
• Autonomy: Manage your own matters while having access to guidance and support.
• Variety: Gain exposure to estate planning, estate administration and related property and commercial work.
• Flexibility: School-friendly working hours may be considered for the right candidate.
• Remuneration: Salary commensurate with relevant experience.

All applications and enquiries will be treated confidentially.