Wills & Estates Lawyer - Path to Equity & Hybrid Work

Michelle Sneesby - Founder and Managing Partner; Melbourne; Hybrid; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Path to equity partnership

Hybrid and flexible work

Job summary

Empire Group is seeking a Wills & Estates Lawyer in Melbourne with 6+ years pae+ to join a boutique team dedicated to wills and estates. The role offers genuine growth, a supportive environment, and a path to equity within a modern, tech-forward practice.

You’ll handle high-quality matters including estate planning, probate administration, contested estates, and AFCA disputes, collaborating with a network of professionals and serving private clients across CBD and Bayside offices.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor admitted to practice in Victoria, Australia.
• Proven experience in wills, estates and related probate matters.
• Strong drafting and client-advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting wills, POAs, testamentary trusts and related documents.
• Manage end-to-end estate administration and probate processes.
• Represent clients in contested matters and negotiations.
• Collaborate with accountants, financial planners and advisers.
• Work across CBD and Bayside offices with flexibility.

Skills

Estate planning

Wills & trusts

Client meetings

Law practice

Education

Admitted solicitor

Tools

LexisNexis

Job description

Empire Group is seeking a Wills & Estates Lawyer in Melbourne with 6+ years pae+ to join a boutique team dedicated to wills and estates. The role offers genuine growth, a supportive environment, and a path to equity within a modern, tech-forward practice.

You’ll handle high-quality matters including estate planning, probate administration, contested estates, and AFCA disputes, collaborating with a network of professionals and serving private clients across CBD and Bayside offices.