17 Wills & Estates jobs

Adelaide Family Lawyers have been around for over 25 years now, having commenced operations on 21 October 1988. We commenced as a small-to-medium Firm and have deliberately stayed that way. We do not believe that bigger is better but have found that our size fits with the work we do and the way we want to do it. That is, the fast and efficient delivery of legal services but with a personal and considerate approach.

Here at EG Consulting, we are a speciality legal recruitment firm and we are always looking temporary staff for our legal clients.  We are looking for graduates to who are available full time or part time to work in the Sydney area.  What roles do we recruit? We recruit many different types of roles in the legal space, please see below for examples of roles that we recruit. - Paralegals - Legal assistants  - Legal secretary's  - EA's - Corporate receptionist  What's on offer? - With most of our clients located in the CBD, so your commute to work will be too easy! - Market leading pay rates  - Weekly payroll  - Constant support from your consultant  - A chance to grow your legal career So what are you waiting for? If you have legal experience send your CV over now and one of our consultants will be in touch shortly. Unfortunately, due to the high volume of responses, only successful applicants will be contacted.

We are an established boutique law firm looking for an intelligent, honest, dedicated law graduate/Conveyancer to join our Hurstville office to support our solicitor and senior legal secretary. The ideal candidate will have at least1 year  full-time legal secretary experience and have a full understanding of a conveyancing transaction. Attention to detail and a great work ethic are paramount in this role. This role also requires your great organisational skills, computer skills, excellent communication skills and happy demeanour. Cantonese/ Mandarin speaker is highly regarded. We recognise your hard work and initiative. Remuneration will be commensurate with experience and capability. To apply, please send your resume and covering letter together with your latest academic transcript to hr@cksd.com.au

Job advertisement and role description can be located on the website www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au or via the following link: Solicitor IV (Corporate)

To provide a high level of professional legal knowledge on private client work with a focus on estate planning, estate administration and estate litigation. Key responsibilities   Apply legal knowledge on matters relating to:            o Estate planning            o Estate administration            o Estate litigation Draft a range of documents including Wills, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Trust documents and Court documents Professional knowledge and expertise - maintain a contemporary knowledge in practice area by completing a minimum of 10 CPD units per year  Quality of work produced – produce work with a minimum of errors Financial - display consistency in performance to include meeting all budgets, time and efficient WIP management File management - be clearly compliant with all Service Excellence policies and procedures  Client Service - show a high level of attention, treatment and timely service to clients to include assisting clients where possible via telephone and in person and in meeting all deadlines People Skills & Participation - display honesty, trust and integrity in all your dealings and show a commitment to your job and to the firm Management - effectively manage your Legal Assistant Business Development – be involved in business development activities where appropriate Person Specification Must be detail focused, deadline driven and able to work under pressure Willingness to learn Excellent written and oral communication skills Demonstrates a developing knowledge of relevant legislation and legal principles, and standard documentation Qualifications and Experience Has completed, or will complete within the next 6 months, a Bachelor of Law (LLB) degree and plan to complete a Practical Legal Training Course leading to admission as a lawyer Completion of succession law, property law, trusts law and taxation law electives as part of Bachelor Degree or Practical Legal Training Course is preferred and will be looked upon favourably Practical experience gained from working in a wills and estates team in a law firm is preferred and will be looked upon favourably

We are a small property and commercial law firm based in the Perth CBD. We are currently offering a PLT placement on a part-time basis (2/3 days per week) commencing in May 2019. Your responsibilities will include assisting in drafting documents and correspondence, undertaking legal research, file management, assisting with Court attendances, filing and service of Court documents and office and other legal/administrative duties. Please note the position is offered on an unpaid voluntary basis, with a view to paid work after a 3-month trial period. How to Apply: Please send an application comprising of: A cover letter (setting out your general availability until July 2019 and your average computer typing speed); Your CV; and Your most recent academic transcript  By email to Andrew Neagu at  admin@aristei.com.au    

This long established legal firm is seeking a  Law Graduate/Clerk.   The Role You will be working closely with the Principal who has been practicing and specialising in litigation for over 45 years, and liaising with clients as well as Sydney’s top Barristers. You will also be assisting the support staff with general administrative tasks. Handling a range of matters across jurisdictions in particular contractual, corporate, real property, and fiduciary and estate disputes, your clients will vary from individuals, corporations, not-for-profits, small and medium business.  Skills and Experience  Your skills and experience are valued in: Organisational, time management and reporting skills High attention to detail. High level of written skills. Strategic acumen and commercial intuition, as well as the ability to adapt to changing circumstances. An understanding of the litigation process, Civil Procedure Rules and the laws of Evidence. Willingness to learn

The job advertisement and role description can be located on the website www.iworkfor.nsw.gov.au  or alternatively via the following link: Solicitor I-III (Estate Planning)

Advertisement and role description can be located at https://iworkfor.nsw.gov.au/  or via the following link: Solicitor IV (Estate Planning)

Davityan Lawyers is an expanding Sydney-based law firm with an opportunity for a talented and enthusiastic individuals for Practical Legal Training (PLT) placement. We practice in the areas of commercial litigation, family law, migration law, wills and estates and dispute resolution. Our client base includes both commercial and individual clients. The Position We are currently offering two Practical Legal Training (PLT) placements to final year and recently graduated law students. You will be working as part of a team of solicitors and other support staff on commercial, family and migration matters. This placement satisfies the practical experience requirements for admission as a Solicitor in NSW.  Responsibilities include assisting our solicitors with: Legal research; Drafting emails, submissions and court documents; Preparing costs agreements and disclosures, Preparing and lodging visa applications, merits review applications, judicial review applications and other related applications Eligibility: Recently completed or in final year of law degree; Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues as well as individually; Good work ethic with a pro-active and can-do attitude; Strong attention to detail; The ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving skills; Display good organisation and time management skills; and Have desire to expand and develop your knowledge in various fields of law. To apply: Please send your resume, academic transcript and cover letter to  info@davityanlawyers.com . Whilst the position is full-time, we will also consider candidates with part-time availability. Please provide details of your availability in your cover letter.  This vocational placement will remain open until the suitable candidates are found. 

Profectus Legal is boutique law firm located in Sydney CBD. We are a growing law firm currently seeking a PLT part time who is hardworking and enthusiastic, looking for an opportunity to work in a wide range of legal areas for the completion of their PLT placement.  Our practice includes multiple areas of law including: Property and Conveyancing; Immigration & Appeal; Commercial Law; Wills and Probate; Family Law; and Civil Litigation. Requirements The successful candidate should have the following skills: Strong academics, drafting and communication skills, both written and oral; Ability to speak Mandarin and/or Cantonese; Hard worker with a “can-do” attitude; Attention to detail; Strong work ethic; Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team; and Proactive approach with the task given. The successful candidate will be provided with all necessary training and will be supervised and trained directly under our Principal Solicitors. This opportunity may lead to a full time position as a graduate solicitor depending on the candidate’s performance. This position will suit a PLT student seeking either a full time or part time work with flexible hours. To apply, please send your resume and academic transcript to info@profectuslegal.com.au .

PLT Standard Format Placement of 75 days. Learn about Family Law, Migration Law, Contract Law, Consumer Law and other areas of general practice and have fun along the way. Become a part of a family with a commitment to work-life balance and well-being.  The position is full-time (suitable part-time candidates may also be considered). The position  will be based somewhere in either Port Melbourne, the CBD or inner North of Melbourne as we are looking to acquire an office as we are growing and are looking for committed individuals who want to learn and immerse themselves in the law during their PLT placement. Work will include drafting of legal letters, affidavits, initiating applications, submissions and the like. You will be under the direct supervision of the Firm's Directors who will provide guidance, mentoring, and hopefully a lifelong association and friendship. Both directors of the Firm are later lawyers. One of our practitioners is a Collaborative Practitioner, working in the Family Law space, where we attempt to preserve relationships and resolve client issues by way of an engaging and flexible process in the best interests of children and the parties. Often joint meetings will involve psychologists, accountants or financial advisors, the legal representatives and the parties.  We are involved in litigation and lots of hands on experience will be gained from a PLT placement with us. As well as the usual legal work, you will have an opportunity to attend Court and Tribunal Appearances gaining essential practical experience in the areas of negotiation and advocacy for your clients.  This is a PLT position, particularly for the standard format of 75 days. We hope to give PLT students a great start to their legal career and an opportunity to do real 'hands on' experience with the guidance and mentoring needed in what can be a tough industry to get your first gig. We are based remotely in both Melbourne and Traralgon with virtual offices and outposts in Niddrie, Ringwood and Camberwell. As we grow, we are looking to take on an office or co-working space near the CBD, Port Melbourne or inner north Melbourne area, where we are able to guide and mentor you in a centralised location.  Please send your resume or curriculum vitae to james.muscat@delanceylegal.com.au  with a covering letter introducing yourself which includes a submission of why you should be accepted for a PLT placement with us.