Probate and Estates Lawyer (Full or Part-time)

About the client...
This is an incredibly rare opportunity to join one of Australia's most prestigious tier 1 corporate commercial law firms! They have an outstanding reputation for providing strategic legal and commercial advice to a diverse range of Australian and international businesses, corporations high-net worth individuals and large family businesses. 

In this role, you will be key member of their Corporate Services team , which enjoys very low staff turnover, and is known for their strong support and collaboration. This role is offered on a full or part-time (3 or 4 days per week) basis. 

About the role...
Our client is looking for a highly driven and experienced lawyer in  Wills/Estates & Probate matters . Here you will have a good level of autonomy in assisting clients with their wills/estates & probate matters and enjoy the  direct client contact  this role offers, with the support of a highly professional & experienced team, all of whom are friendly and approachable! You will be a  pivotal member of this team  working together to ensure that their clients achieve their desired outcomes.

Your main duties will include:

• Managing your own files in wills & probate, including estate administration, from start to finish;
• Drafting of advices & all supporting documentation;
• Attending mediations;
• Investing Trust Funds and distributing pursuant to special requests;  
• The provision of outstanding client care and technically sound & efficient advice;
• Liaising with other Lawyers and various key stakeholders;

• Current solid 3+ years experience in Wills & Probate law; 
• Be a self-starter with a friendly, pro-active team approach;
• Possess excellent communication skills at all levels and a strong 'client care/service' focus;
• Be able to multi task to manage competing priorities;
• Complementary skills in relation to trusts and corporate matters or superannuation, or will be eager to be trained in these areas over time.