Assure Lawyers is seeking an experienced and motivated solicitor specialising in probate, wills and estates, trusts and asset protection to join our boutique legal practice. The successful candidate will manage a diverse portfolio of matters, provide considered legal advice and deliver practical, commercially focused solutions. The role requires sound legal judgement, independent file management and clear client communication.
Key responsibilities
- Prepare and manage applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration.
- Administer deceased estates and liaise with executors, administrators and beneficiaries.
- Prepare transmission applications and related property transfer documentation.
- Advise on estate administration, asset distribution and succession matters.
- Liaise with courts, NSW Land Registry Services and relevant authorities.
- Draft and review Wills, testamentary trusts, Powers of Attorney and Enduring Guardianship documents.
- Advise on estate planning and succession arrangements.
- Advise on discretionary and family trusts, corporate trustees and asset protection arrangements.
- Manage files from initial instructions to completion, with appropriate escalation of complex matters.
- Draft advice, legal correspondence, agreements and supporting documentation.
About you
- Admitted as a solicitor in Australia with a current practising certificate suitable for NSW practice.
- At least 2–3 years of post-admission experience.
- Demonstrated experience in probate, deceased estate administration and estate planning.
- Sound knowledge of trust structures and asset protection principles.
- Strong drafting, analytical, organisational and communication skills.
- Ability to independently manage a caseload and deliver a high standard of client service.
- Experience with discretionary trusts, corporate trustees and trust restructuring (highly desirable).
- Experience in estate-related property dealings, caveats and mortgage discharges (highly desirable).
- Familiarity with LEAP legal practice management software (highly desirable).
About us
Assure Lawyers is a boutique legal practice based in Bondi Junction, committed to practical, responsive and commercially focused legal services. We value long-term client relationships, professional integrity and advice tailored to individual circumstances.
Competitive remuneration commensurate with experience.
A diverse portfolio of legal matters with meaningful responsibility.
Direct collaboration with the Principal Solicitor.
Full-time or part-time opportunities for the right candidate.