Wills and Estates Lawyer

Minted Search Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent law firm in Toronto seeks a Wills & Estates Associate for their solicitor-side estate work. The role emphasizes client interaction and complex planning, catering primarily to high-net-worth clients. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 3 years' experience and possess strong drafting and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in wills & estates law (solicitor side).
• Comfortable managing files and advising clients directly.
• Experience with HNW planning is an asset, but not required.

Responsibilities

• Drafting wills and powers of attorney.
• Estate and incapacity planning for individuals and families.
• Trust structuring and tax-efficient planning.

Skills

Drafting

Communication

Client Service

Job description

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Toronto | Hybrid | Mid-Sized Firm

Minted Search Group partners with 50+ top mid-sized law and accounting firms across North America, connecting legal, accounting, and finance professionals with firms that align with their values, goals, and work styles.

About the Opportunity

We’re working with a mid-sized, full-service Toronto law firm that’s looking to add a Wills & Estates Associate to their team. This role is focused entirely on solicitor-side estate work (no litigation) — ideal for someone who enjoys client interaction, thoughtful planning, and complex structuring.

You’ll join a busy, established group with a steady pipeline of high-net-worth clients, business owners, and multigenerational families. The work is substantive, and the team is collaborative and invested in mentorship and growth.

What You’ll Work On

This is a solicitor-side role only — no estate litigation. Files may include:

• Drafting wills and powers of attorney
• Estate and incapacity planning for individuals and families
• Trust structuring (testamentary and inter vivos)
• Tax-efficient planning for business owners and professionals
• Succession planning for privately held corporations and family enterprises
• Advising executors and trustees on estate and trust administration
• Probate and certificate of appointment applications
• Cross-border and multi-jurisdictional planning (if experienced)
• 3+ years of experience in wills & estates law (solicitor side)
• Comfortable managing files and advising clients directly
• Experience with HNW planning is an asset, but not required
• Strong drafting, communication, and client service skills

If you're exploring new roles where you can grow your estates practice in a supportive, mid-sized environment — let's chat.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Legal

• Industries

  Law Practice

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