Special Counsel or Partner - Wills & Estates | Join a Purpose-Led Law Firm with Heart | Leadership Role | Growing Firm
Step into a leadership position where empathy meets strategy. Help shape the future of a growing firm.
About the Company:
Our client is a values-driven Wills & Estates firm with a reputation for providing specialised advice across estate planning, probate, estate disputes and elder law. Built on a foundation of care, clarity and collaboration, the firm offers practical guidance to high-net-worth clients and families navigating complex matters. With steady growth, no staff turnover, and a truly inclusive culture, the firm is entering its next strategic phase.
About the Position:
You’ll join as a Special Counsel or Partner and help lead the next chapter of the firm’s journey. Reporting to a highly respected Principal who has transitioned from big law to build a practice rooted in trust and autonomy, you’ll manage complex matters end-to-end — from structuring testamentary trusts to contested estate disputes. As a visible leader, you’ll also mentor junior lawyers, contribute to firm strategy, and support a relaxed but high-performing office.
Key Requirements: - 10+ years’ experience across estate planning and litigation
- Portable practice of $150k+ required
- Accredited specialist in Wills & Estates (or interest in becoming one) highly advantageous but not essential
- Strong client relationship and mentoring skills
What’s On Offer: - $180k–$200k+ salary with bonus/equity tied to transferable practice value
- 5–5.5 billable hours/day – no burnout culture
- Supportive leadership, true influence, and a say in growth
- Office-based leadership with flexible hours
Interested in this Position?
Apply now or email your resume to Janine Cloete (Legal Division) at
janine@gorillajobs.com.au to hear more about the opportunity. You can also contact Janine on +61 499 656 731.
Connect with Janine on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/janinecloete1990
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