Wills and Estates Lawyer

Linmac LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Linmac LLP, a successful law firm in downtown Toronto, is seeking an experienced Wills and Estates Lawyer. This role involves building their Wills and Estates team and developing personalized estate plans for clients, particularly ultra high net worth individuals.

The ideal candidate will have 5-6 years of experience in trusts and estate planning, strong client management skills, and a deep understanding of Ontario law. This position offers a collaborative work environment focused on professional autonomy.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5-6 years experience in Trusts, Wills and Estates.
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Build Wills and Estates team in downtown Toronto.
• Develop comprehensive estate plans for clients.
• Advise ultra high net worth (UHNW) clients and blended families.

Skills

Advanced technical Wills and Estates expertise

Strong client relationship management skills

Deep knowledge of Ontario Wills and Estates law

Experience developing estate plans

Proven track record advising UHNW clients

Complex estate planning expertise

Education

TEP designation or working towards it

Job description

We empower our people and create opportunities for them to flourish. We offer a boutique office work environment and a clientele that is business focused.

The role:

We are a successful, innovative and team-oriented law firm seeking an experienced Wills and Estates Lawyer for our downtown Toronto office. This role will have the opportunity to build our Wills and Estates team in Toronto, alongside our Wills and Estates group located in our Calgary office. This is a unique opportunity to join a collaborative and entrepreneurial focused firm that prioritizes professional autonomy, technical acumen and the unique ability to develop lasting relationships with our clients. We would be open to providing an opportunity to a Senior level Associate, Junior Partner, or a well seasoned Counsel for this role.

• Advanced technical Wills and Estates expertise and strong client relationship management skills.
• Deep knowledge of Ontario Wills and Estates law.
• Experience developing personalized and comprehensive estate plans, including drafting Wills, Trusts, and Powers of Attorney to optimize financial outcomes and preserve family harmony for clients.
• Proven track record of advising a broad client base that includes ultra high net worth (UHNW) clients, professionals, business owners, and blended families.
• Focused experience on complex estate planning, trusts, business succession and post-mortem tax planning.

Qualifications / Demonstrated Skills:

• A minimum of 5-6 years experience in Trusts, Wills and Estates.
• TEP designation or working towards it would be considered an asset.
• Ability to work well under pressure, meet strict and sometimes competing deadlines, and exhibit sound judgment.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who is passionate about bringing clarity and confidence to complicated estate planning matters, someone who looks to put their client’s wellbeing at the forefront of their practice. If you are interested, please send your cover letter and resume to Maryann Joseph, Human Resources Director at [e-mail]. We would love to hear from you.