Wills & Estates Solicitor: Meaningful Impact & Career Growth

Lawyers Weekly; Cairns Regional; On-site; AUD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Mentorship & training

Work-life balance

Job summary

Lawyers Weekly in Cairns, Queensland seeks a Wills & Estates Solicitor with 3+ years PAE to join our private client practice. You will work with experienced partners across estate planning, probate, and estate litigation while developing your own client base.

Enjoy a mentor-driven environment, structured progression, and a balanced lifestyle in Far North Queensland as you advance toward senior roles and partnership.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PAE in wills and estates, with strong knowledge of estate planning, probate, and succession law.
• Proven skills in drafting wills, powers of attorney, and testamentary trusts.
• Empathetic, client-focused mindset with exceptional communication and relationship-building skills.
• Strategic thinking and sound judgment in sensitive, high-trust matters.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Team player with leadership potential and an interest in mentoring.
• Strong time management and adaptability across varied client needs.

Responsibilities

• Work with partners across estate planning, probate, and estate litigation.
• Develop your own client base and deepen expertise in private client advisory.

Skills

PAE in wills & estates

Estate planning

Probate

Testamentary trusts

Communication skills

Leadership potential

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Law (LLB)

Admission to practice law in Australia

Job description

Lawyers Weekly in Cairns, Queensland seeks a Wills & Estates Solicitor with 3+ years PAE to join our private client practice. You will work with experienced partners across estate planning, probate, and estate litigation while developing your own client base.

Enjoy a mentor-driven environment, structured progression, and a balanced lifestyle in Far North Queensland as you advance toward senior roles and partnership.