Senior Wills and Estates Lawyer - Senior Associate or Special Counsel

Senior Wills & Estates Lawyer | Senior Associate or Special Counsel Level

Build Your Career, Lead Others & Enjoy Greater Flexibility

What if your next career move offered more than just interesting work? Imagine joining an established, forward-thinking law firm where your expertise is valued, your career development is supported, and you have the flexibility to enjoy life outside the office.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Wills & Estates Lawyer to join a sought after Gold Coast firm and lead their Wills & Estates team from the front - make the role your own! This role offers the opportunity to build your practice, strengthen client relationships and make a meaningful contribution to the success of the team.

The Opportunity

You'll work across a diverse range of Wills & Estates and Succession Law matters, advising a broad client base that includes individuals, families, executors, trustees and beneficiaries.

You'll have the autonomy to manage your own matters from initial consultation through to completion, while working closely with experienced senior practitioners in a collaborative and supportive setting.

For those operating at Senior Associate or Special Counsel level, there's also the opportunity to step into a more active leadership role — sharing your knowledge, mentoring junior lawyers and helping build the capability and confidence of the wider team.

Key Responsibilities

- Manage a varied caseload: Handle Estate Planning and Estate Administration matters from initial client consultation through to resolution.

- Deliver tailored legal solutions: Draft wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Advance Health Directives and other essential estate planning documents.

- Oversee estate administration: Manage deceased estates, including applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration.

- Navigate complex succession matters: Advise on family trusts,



SMSF succession planning and other sophisticated estate planning arrangements.

- Support executors, trustees and beneficiaries: Provide practical, considered advice throughout the estate administration process.

- Lead, mentor and develop: Take the reins of a Wills & Estates team consisting of Associates, Lawyers and Paralegals. Guide your team members, share your expertise and contribute to a positive learning culture.

- Build lasting client relationships: Deliver exceptional service and help strengthen the firm's reputation through trusted advice and meaningful client engagement.

Who we're looking for

You'll be an experienced Wills & Estates Lawyer with at least 5 + years' post-admission experience (PAE), at either Senior Associate or Special Counsel level, who enjoys combining technical expertise with a genuine commitment to client service.

You'll bring:

- Strong experience across Estate Planning and Estate Administration.

- The confidence to independently manage your own matters and take ownership of client outcomes.

- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted client relationships.

- A keen eye for detail and a practical, solutions-focused approach.

- A genuine passion for Succession Law and helping clients plan for the future.

- A willingness to mentor junior lawyers, share knowledge and contribute to the development and success of the team.

Benefits

- Highly competitive remuneration that recognises your experience.

- Genuine flexibility , with the option to work from home every week in a hybrid role.

- Part-time possibilities , with the firm open to discussing a four-day working week or flexible start times.

- A supportive and experienced team , where you can collaborate with senior practitioners and continue developing professionally.

- Leadership opportunities , including the chance to mentor junior lawyers and help shape the next generation of legal talent.

- A diverse client base , giving you exposure to interesting and rewarding matters.

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📌 Senior Wills and Estates Lawyer - Senior Associate or Special Counsel (City of Gold Coast)
🏢 DiMention Recruitment
📍 City of Gold Coast