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Optio6 Talent Partners is partnering with a well-established and highly regarded Newcastle law firm seeking an experienced Wills & Estates Lawyer (4–10 years PAE) to join its knowledgeable and supportive team.

With a longstanding reputation for delivering trusted legal advice and exceptional client care, this firm offers the opportunity to work alongside experienced practitioners, develop your technical expertise and build meaningful relationships with clients.

Whether you're already based in Newcastle, considering relocating from Sydney or looking for a fresh start in a new city, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.

The Opportunity You'll join an established practice with access to two Accredited Specialists in Wills & Estates, providing exceptional opportunities for mentoring, collaboration and ongoing professional development.

Depending on your experience, your work may include:

• Estate planning, including Wills and complex testamentary trusts
• Probate applications and deceased estate administration
• Enduring Powers of Attorney and Enduring Guardianship
• Succession planning and asset protection considerations
• Advising executors, beneficiaries and families
• Complex estate matters and related legal issues
• Contested estates and family provision matters, where appropriate

You'll have the opportunity to manage your own matters, build trusted client relationships and further develop your expertise with the support of experienced legal professionals.

Why Consider This Firm?

• Exceptional mentoring: Work alongside two Wills & Estates Accredited Specialists.
• Established reputation: Join a respected firm with longstanding client relationships.
• Meaningful work: Assist individuals and families with important life decisions.
• Professional development: Continue strengthening your technical expertise and skills.
• Supportive team: Work with experienced lawyers who value collaboration and knowledge sharing.
• Career progression: Build your long-term future within an established legal practice.
• Newcastle lifestyle: Enjoy a rewarding legal career in a thriving coastal city.

This is a firm that has built its reputation by investing in talented people who genuinely care about their clients and the community.

About You We're interested in connecting with lawyers who bring:

• Approximately 4–10 years' post-admission experience
• Experience in Wills, Estate Planning and Estate Administration
• Strong drafting, legal research and analytical capabilities
• Confidence managing matters and providing practical client advice
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A thoughtful, empathetic and client-focused approach
• A genuine interest in continued learning and professional development

You don't need experience across every aspect of Wills & Estates.
If you have a strong foundation in this area of law and are motivated to continue developing your expertise, we'd welcome a conversation.
Considering Relocating to Newcastle? Newcastle offers a wonderful opportunity to combine a rewarding legal career with a coastal lifestyle, established professional community and access to everything the Hunter region has to offer.

Whether you're considering leaving Sydney or relocating from elsewhere in Australia, this could be the fresh start you've been looking for.
Interested in Learning More? Whether you're actively considering a career move or simply curious about what else might be available, we'd welcome a confidential conversation.

All enquiries and applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

Contact Marie Holloway or Seth Dekker at Optio6 Talent Partners for a confidential discussion. contact@optio6talentpartners.com.au

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