6 Wills & Estates jobs

Nicholas George Lawyers (NGL) is a boutique firm located in Bondi Junction. We specialise in litigation, property law, family law and wills and probate. You will also have the opportunity to gain experience in our niche practice of Australian-Indonesian Law and private international law.  NGL has a position available for a PLT student to join their friendly team. You will receive hands on experience and work in a friendly and supportive environment. As a PLT intern your duties will include:  legal research, analysis and problem solving; assistance with court attendance participating in client conferences; legal drafting;  file management; drafting correspondence; and  adhoc administrative tasks. Ideally the successful candidate will be able to work minimum 4 days, but preferably 5 days per week.  Please send a short cover letter and your CV to Lydia Santoso: lydia@nglawyers.com.au   Note: This is a voluntary unpaid position. 

On the hunt for a career move where you work 1 on 1 with Partners on various legal transactions and advice? Career opportunity for a talented lawyer!   An exceptional opportunity exists for a switched on, focused Graduate. You will work across the firm’s various disciplines including Property & Projects, Litigation & Insolvency and Corporate & Commercial, exposing you to a variety of quality matters. Working directly with encouraging and experienced Partners and senior practitioners, you will enjoy excellent mentoring and training.   As part of our team we will expect you to be proactive and client centric, producing quality, accurate legal work in a timely manner.  This is a genuine opportunity to develop and enhance your technical skills in a supportive environment.   Duties and Responsibilities  Matter related responsibilities  General conduct of Court proceedings in all courts Undertaking property and commercial transactions Drafting a wide variety of legal documents Establish and maintain strong professional working relationships with clients including providing advice as is appropriate to your level of experience. Under supervision, you will be asked to demonstrate your ability to operate within, understand and respond to complex legal procedures.   Qualifications and Skill Base LLB or equivalent (recently graduated or soon to graduate)   Personal Attributes Self-motivated and result driven individual Ability to think commercially Excellent time management skills Good communicator and approachable manner Excellent drafting and written communication skills Willing and flexible in regard to adapting to evolving business needs Ability to review priorities and work to operational deadlines Genuine team player   A competitive salary is on offer as well as a firm culture which promotes work/life balance.   Please apply for this role via the Seek advertisement.   Applications to include; Cover Letter, CV and a copy of your full academic transcript. Applications without a transcript will not be progressed.   Only direct candidates will be accepted at this time.   Applicants must have Australian Residency.   We respectfully advise only applicants being progressed will be contacted.

Rosendorff Lawyers – Graduate or Junior Commercial/Litigation Lawyer Short term role with potential to convert to long term position Our Firm Rosendorff Lawyers is dynamic, friendly commercial law practice located on St. Kilda Road Melbourne. The Role We are looking for an intelligent, proactive and friendly solicitor who has been admitted or close to being admitted to join our firm. The successful candidate will be working across a range of interesting commercial and litigious matters, including commercial litigation, insolvency law, insurance law, construction disputes and real estate transactions. Intended commencement date is immediate. The firm clients are from a broad cross section of the community. You will receive mentoring and the opportunity to work on a broad range of interesting, challenging matters. The candidate The successful candidate will need to be highly motivated, adaptable and organised.   You will have: been admitted or close to being admitted; excellent drafting skills; A second language preferable but not essential; the ability to work under pressure; the willingness to learn from constructive feedback; common sense; ability to apply your knowledge to real life situations and think commercially; honesty in all your dealings; strong academic results from a reputable law school; and be an Australian permanent resident The appeal of the position is the variety of work, the opportunity to ‘get your hands dirty’ at the coalface of commercial law, learn quickly under skilled and experienced supervision, and the culture of the firm. To apply/More Information         Please forward your resume, an authenticated transcript of your results and a one-page cover letter to  brett@rosendorff.com.au  setting out how your skills would be suitable for this role.

GMH Legal is a progressive, small sized firm where you can expect to be in contact with the principal solicitor on a day to day basis.  GMH Legal is based in the St. George area.  Our firm specialises in litigation, property law, migration law, corporate law and other general areas. We have 2 roles available for PLT placements or practical experience. We are looking for enthusiastic students in the second half of their degree, who wish to gain practical experience in a busy law firm and to provide support to our legal team.  You will be required to provide legal and administrative support to the team and undertake legal research and paralegal duties under supervision, and you will be working with clientele from a wide variety of backgrounds. Applicants are expected to have the following skills: attention to detail excellent people skills with an outgoing and professional personality proactive good time management, research and computer skills are essential. The ideal candidate will be someone who is hard-working and has the ability to prioritise matters. Positions commence   immediately. Please note that these positions are unpaid. The position is part time for 1 to 2 days a week for 3 months.   Please forward a CV and cover letter to sviatos@gmhlegal.com  

As we are experiencing a period of organic growth, we are looking to recruit  two  talented and enthusiastic solicitors to join our expanding law firm. We practice in the areas of commercial litigation, family law, property, wills and estates and migration law. Our client base includes both corporate and individual clients.   The role You must be able to: Work autonomously on cases including obtaining instructions from clients, conducting due diligence, research and carrying out the work required. Communicate effectively with clients to gather information required in drafting and reviewing legal documents such as affidavits, commercial purchase contracts, lease agreements and wills, Work collaboratively with colleagues; Have desire to expand and develop your knowledge in various fields of law; Participate in developing the Davityan Lawyers brand by representing the firm and contributing to brand development strategies.   Eligibility Admitted as a lawyer in NSW and/or Hold a NSW practicing certificate; At least 12 months experience in at least one of the following practice areas: immigration law, commercial litigation, property or family law Ability to develop and maintain strong client relationships, and contribute to the growth of the firm; Excellent communications skills (written and verbal) and an engaging personality; The selected candidate will have a great work ethic, high level of adaptability and excellent people skills. Salary is commensurate with experience. To apply: Please email application to  info@davityanlawyers.com . Applications must include the following: cover letter, CV, academic transcript and current practicing certificate. Only applicants meeting the criteria will be contacted.  The positions will remain open until suitable candidates have been recruited.