Are you a senior Wills & Estates Lawyer ready to take the next step in your career?
Take ownership of your practice and mentor junior lawyers eager to learn from you!
If you're ready for a role where you can truly lead, grow, and make a difference in the Wills & Estates space, keep reading...
A boutique firm in Brisbane's CBD is looking for an experienced Senior Associate or Special Counsel to join its established Wills & Estates practice.
This is a rare opportunity for a senior practitioner to step into a leadership role with real influence, working alongside a respectful team and a strong support network. The position offers a blend of autonomy, high-quality work, and the chance to mentor junior staff as the team continues to grow.
What you will be doing:
Managing a varied portfolio of estate planning and estate administration matters with minimal supervision
Advising clients on complex matters, maintaining excellent client relationships
Supporting and mentoring junior lawyers, with 1–2 expected to report directly within the next year or so
Contributing to ongoing business development and maintaining strong referral connections
Achieving a realistic daily billable target (approx. 5.5 hours)
What are we looking for?
A Senior Associate or Special Counsel-level lawyer with extensive experience in Wills & Estates




The ability to run files independently and take ownership of matters from start to finish
A cooperative mindset with strong communication skills and a genuine interest in mentoring junior staff
An Accredited Specialist in Wills & Estates is highly regarded but not essential
Commercial awareness and the ability to contribute to the continued growth of the team
Why this role?
You will be joining a down-to-earth, well-established team of professionals in a firm known for its consistency, integrity, and client-focused approach. The Wills & Estates team is supported by experienced paralegals and works alongside a property team in the same office.
Based in Brisbane's CBD, the firm offers a supportive office culture, and once trust is built, flexibility to work from home may be available after building trust.
Leadership opportunity with a respected Brisbane firm
No micromanagement – run your matters with autonomy
Steady pipeline of quality work from loyal referral sources
Supportive team culture with long-term career potential
Competitive salary on offer, reflective of experience and capability
If you're a senior estates lawyer considering your next move, this is an opportunity worth exploring.

📌 Senior Wills And Estates (Brisbane)
🏢 Lawyers Weekly
📍 Brisbane