Lawyer | Estate Planning & Litigation

Woods & Co Recruitment is proud to partner with a highly respected boutique law firm specialising in wills, estates, guardianship, and administration. This firm also manages the affairs of individuals under disability through VCAT’s Guardianship List.
  
They are now looking for a talented Lawyer (2–4 years PAE) with strong experience in Estate Planning and exposure to Litigation. You’ll join a collaborative and stable team that values excellent client care, emotional intelligence, and quality legal work.
  
This is a unique opportunity to work across a variety of matters all while enjoying a mature and balanced work environment.

What’s in it for you?:

• $110,000 - $120,000 + Super
• Work with a team of seasoned professionals in a forward-thinking, client-focused practice 
• Escape the corporate environment: no rigid KPIs or unrealistic billables 
• Be part of a supportive, collegial culture that values excellence and collaboration 
• Hybrid working – 3 days in the office, 2 from home 
• Highly engaged client base and meaningful, rewarding work 

What do you do?:

• Manage a diverse caseload of estate planning and estate litigation matters 
• Draft wills, POAs, testamentary trusts, and related documentation 
• Advise clients on probate and letters of administration 
• Represent clients in contested estate matters, including Family Provision Claims and guardianship disputes 
• Engage directly with clients, counsel, and relevant courts/tribunals 
• Assist with the administration of deceased estates and complex files 
• Work autonomously while collaborating with the wider team 

What do you need?:

• 2–4 years post-admission experience (PAE) in private client law 
• Demonstrated experience in wills & estate planning (essential) 
• Exposure to estate litigation (e.g., FPA claims, contested wills, VCAT matters) 
• Probate experience (ideally) 
• Empathy, strong client communication, and a mature approach to sensitive legal issues 
• Excellent drafting and organisational skills 

If you're as passionate about this position as we are, then please don't delay and APPLY NOW! We are interviewing immediately. 
For a confidential discussion please email Phoebee on ************@woodsco.com.au
Woods & Co Recruitment is committed to creating a positively diverse and inclusive workforce that values all backgrounds and experiences. We do not discriminate and encourage applications (no matter age or status) from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people from culturally and/or linguistically diverse backgrounds, all members, and genders of the LGBTQI community and people with disability.
  
*Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted