Wills & Estates Paralegal

Piccardi Legal; Brisbane; On-site; AUD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Salary

Supportive Team

Prime Wynnum Location

Job summary

Piccardi Fry Lawyers is a boutique firm in Wynnum seeking a paralegal for maternity leave cover with potential to become an ongoing contract. You will support the Senior Associate and two lawyers on estate planning, administration and litigation matters, with a focus on accuracy and client care.

Key tasks include drafting Wills, EPOAs and health directives, preparing court and estate administration documents, liaising with clients and maintaining precise records.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a paralegal is required.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Highly organised with ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a busy office.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Leap.
• Attention to detail and accuracy in legal administration.
• Ability to work under pressure with a proactive mindset.
• Team player who can jump in and help wherever needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist Senior Associate and lawyers on estate planning, administration and litigation matters.
• Prepare and draft Wills, EPOA’s, Advance Health Directives.
• Prepare Transmission Applications, Records of Death and other Titles documents.
• Prepare estate administration forms for banks, share registries and other institutions.
• Liaise with clients, beneficiaries and other parties with professionalism, empathy and discretion.
• Open files, prepare client service agreements and maintain accurate records.
• Prepare court documents such as probate applications.
• Manage diaries, appointments, key dates and follow-up tasks.
• Assist with billing and the day-to-day administration of matters.

Skills

Excellent Communication

Highly Organised

Attention to Detail

Ability to Work Under Pressure

Team Player

Customer-focused approach

Tools

Microsoft Office

Leap

Job description

Wynnum | Maternity Leave Cover | Potential for Ongoing Employment

Bring your paralegal experience to a boutique firm where your attention to detail, initiative and client care will be valued.

About us

Piccardi Fry Lawyers is an established boutique law firm with offices in Wynnum and Morningside. For more than 40 years, we have supported individuals, families and businesses with practical legal advice.

Our team values strong client relationships, high standards and a collaborative workplace. We offer a supportive environment with opportunities to develop your skills alongside experienced legal professionals.

The Role

In this role you will support our Senior Associate and 2 lawyers on estate planning, administration and litigation matters. Your role includes:

Preparation and drafting of Wills, EPOA’s, Advance Health Directives

Preparing Transmission Applications, Records of Death and other Titles documents

Preparing estate administration forms for banks, share registries and other institutions

Liaising with clients, beneficiaries and other parties with professionalism, empathy and discretion.

Opening files, preparing client service agreements and maintaining accurate records.

Preparing court documents such as probate applications

Managing diaries, appointments, key dates and follow-up tasks.

Assisting with billing and the day-to-day administration of matters.

This is a maternity position with the potential to turn into a ongoing contract.

Who We’re Looking For:

• Experience – Previous experience as a paralegal is required.
• Excellent Communication – Strong interpersonal skills and a customer-focused approach.
• Highly Organised – Ability to juggle multiple tasks and prioritise effectively in a busy office.
• Tech-Savvy – Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Leap.
• Attention to Detail – Accuracy is essential in legal administration.
• Ability to Work Under Pressure – A proactive mindset with the ability to keep the office running efficiently.
• Team Player – Happy to jump in and help wherever needed

Why Join Piccardi Fry Lawyers?

• Competitive Salary
• Supportive & Collaborative Team – Work alongside experienced legal professionals in a positive environment.
• Prime Wynnum Location – Enjoy the convenience of an office close to home.