Location: Brisbane
Discipline: Lawyer, Associate & Senior Associate
Job type: Permanent
Contact name: Georgina See

Contact email: Georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Job ref: EL260226
Published: about 7 hours ago
A well-established and highly regarded private client team is looking for a Solicitor to join its succession and estate disputes practice. You’ll work closely with two senior Partners, including a QLS Accredited Specialist in Succession Law, in a team recognised for its technical strength, strong systems, and high-quality client outcomes.

About the Role
This is a genuine opportunity to build depth in estate litigation within a structured and supportive environment. While the role focuses primarily on contested estate matters, you’ll also gain exposure to broader succession and private client work.

The team is well organised, with clear processes, strong supervision, and consistent mentoring, giving you the support to develop confidence while still taking ownership of your files.

You’ll work across matters including:
  • Estate administration and succession planning
  • Contested estate litigation
  • Powers of attorney and advance health directives
  • Superannuation, trusts, and asset protection
  • Wills, testamentary trusts, and complex family and international structures.
About You
  • Minimum 1+ years PAE in estate litigation and / or wills and general private client work
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • The ability to work collaboratively as well as independently
  • Confidence in communicating with clients
  • High attention to detail, organisation, and the ability to manage competing deadlines
  • Familiarity with ActionStep, iManage Work, or Lawdocs (preferred)
Employee Benefits
This firm offers a supportive and progressive environment, including:
  • Direct collaboration with a highly respected leader in succession law
  • Ongoing professional development and structured mentorship
  • Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
  • Generous annual health and wellbeing allowance
  • Additional paid leave for volunteering and community involvement
  • Access to leading legal resources and innovative technology
  • Firm-provided laptop and support for flexible working
  • Wellness initiatives and mental health resources.
Next Steps
For a confidential discussion, click APPLY and upload your resume, or contact:
  • Georgina See – georgina@lawstaff.com.au
Even if this role isn’t an exact fit, Law Staff manages a range of unadvertised private practice and in-house roles and would be pleased to discuss other opportunities.

For current opportunities, visit https://www.lawstaff.com.au

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