Special Counsel / Partner - Wills & Estates
Special Counsel / Partner - Wills & Estates
Location:
Newcastle
Industry:
Legal
Job Type:
Full Time
Salary Type:
Contact Name:
Monica Walmsley
Contact Email:
monica@connectedpeople.com.au
Contact Phone:
0492300464
Publish Date:
15-May-2026
Connected People is proud to be partnering with a highly regarded national mid-tier law firm to recruit an experienced Special Counsel or Partner to join their established Wills & Estates team.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role managing a strong existing client base, while also having the autonomy and support to further grow and develop this area of the practice.
The role will involve a broad range of quality wills & estates matters, including:
What’s on Offer
To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:
Apply today by clicking on the icon below.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Monica Walmsley on 0492 300 464.
This is a rare opportunity to step into a senior role managing a strong existing client base, while also having the autonomy and support to further grow and develop this area of the practice.
The role will involve a broad range of quality wills & estates matters, including:
- Estate planning
- Estate administration
- Some exposure to estate litigation
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary package
- Hybrid and flexible work environment
- Interesting and diverse client work
- Paid parental leave
- Wellbeing benefits
- Opportunity to make the role your own within a respected national firm
To be considered for this opportunity, you will ideally have:
- Minimum 5 years PAE within Wills & Estates
- A genuine passion for this area of law
- The maturity and confidence to work autonomously
- A proactive and solutions-focused mindset
- Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills
- Excellent attention to detail and drafting ability
Apply today by clicking on the icon below.
For a confidential discussion regarding this opportunity, please contact Monica Walmsley on 0492 300 464.

