Lawyer/Associate
4 days ago
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For over 100 years, Maurice Blackburn has stood up for those who need us most. With courage and compassion, we extend access to justice to countless Australians. We look beyond the immediate challenge to support people in moments that matter across their lives, and continually push for better solutions for our clients. We invest in and empower our people to stand up for what we believe in and go fearlessly forward together.
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About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Lawyer to join our NSW Estate Litigation Team. This is a full-time, contract position based in our Sydney CBD office. Reporting to the QLD/NSW Estate Litigation Leader and supported by a broader team, you will be responsible for:
- Estate litigation, including family provision claims and contested probate claims
- Breach of trust and financial elder abuse matters
The experience we are looking for
- 2-5 years PAE within Wills & Estates Litigation
- Experience in NSW Wills & Estates practice and procedure
- Some exposure to Queensland Wills & Estates experience is desirable but not essential
- Strong legal, commercial, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Strong client and relationship building skills
- Strong client service focus and a passion for helping people
- Excellent organisation skills and an ability to multi-task
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to provide leadership and guidance to the wider team
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
Our People Commitment comes with the following benefits:
- Ongoing coaching and career development opportunities
- 22 Weeks Parental leave with your superannuation guaranteed and back-to-work transition policy
- End of Year leave, 1 day first year, 4 days after 2 years
- Comprehensive mental health framework, including wellbeing leave (up to 4 extra days per year) and $299 reimbursement
- Discounted gym membership
- A hybrid flex working model
- Salary Continuance & Life Insurance
- 17.5% Annual Leave Loading
Our shared values represent what we stand for and guide how we act, with Courage; Compassion; Collaboration; Fairness and Tenacity.
We love that you have a life outside of work and we’re happy to support yours. We provide you a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, backed by inclusive leaders and progressive people policies, where you can be your authentic self and thrive.
Are you ready to join us on a journey to extend access to justice to more Australians, in an organisation and role in which every action you take makes a difference? Apply now.
A career with Maurice Blackburn will see you working with, and learning from, some of the strongest, most respected and knowledgeable legal professionals in the country.
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