Job description DFP Recruitment is seeking an experienced Solicitor or Associate to join a well-established and highly regarded legal practice in South Australia. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated legal professional to further develop their career within a supportive and collaborative Wills & Estates team. Working with a diverse client base, you will manage a range of matters while building strong client relationships and contributing to the continued success of the practice. Key Responsibilities Interview clients and take detailed instructions Draft, review and amend a range of legal documents Manage wills, powers of attorney, advance care directives and estate administration matters Conduct legal research and provide practical advice to clients Maintain carriage of files and ensure matters progress efficiently Liaise professionally with clients, colleagues, courts and external stakeholders Delegate work to support staff where appropriate Contribute to a collaborative team environment and positive client outcomes Maintain accurate file management and time recording practices About You To be successful in this role, you will possess: Minimum 2 years' post-admission experience in Wills & Estates Experience with simple and complex wills, powers of attorney, advance care directives and estate litigation Excellent written and verbal communication skills Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines A client-focused approach with strong relationship-building skills Sound legal research and problem-solving capabilities A collaborative and professional working style Commitment to ongoing professional development What's on Offer Opportunity to join a respected and established legal practice Supportive and collaborative team culture Strong mentoring and professional development opportunities Clear career progression pathways Diverse and rewarding client work Modern and professional working environment If you are passionate about helping clients navigate important life decisions and are looking to advance your career within a supportive legal team, please APPLY NOW! Successful candidates will be contacted by a DFP Recruiter. If you have any questions, please reach out to Megan at madlem@dfp.com.au. Applicants new to DFP may be asked to provide additional information including work rights status via a survey link – if requested, we ask that you provide this information in order to expedite your application. DFP welcomes applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people with disability. In addition, DFP will provide reasonable adjustments for individuals with disability throughout the recruitment process. If you identify as a person with disability and require adjustments to the application, recruitment, selection and/or assessment process, please advise via adjustments@dfp.com.au or 1300 337 000 and indicate your preferred method of communication (email, phone, text) so we can keep in touch and meet your accessibility needs. By clicking 'apply', you give consent that DFP may use your personal information to process your job application and to contact you for future employment opportunities. For further information on how DFP process your personal information please review the DFP Information Collection and Privacy Policy via https://www.dfp.com.au/about-us-1/policies. Do not submit any sensitive personal information in your resume.
