Solicitor - Wills & Estates

Work Type/s: Fixed Term for to 30 June 2028, Full Time Sector/s: Not For Profit (NFP) SCHADS Award Level 6-8 (depending on experience): $100,783 - $129,205 per annum plus 12% superannuation and salary sacrificing Midlas is a not-for-profit Community Legal Centre with offices in Midland and Ellenbrook that supports eligible clients in the north east Perth region with legal services, disability advocacy, financial counselling, tenancy advocacy, and information and referrals. About You Midlas is looking for an enthusiastic, motivated Solicitor on estate planning matters to join our team. Working with Midlas’ Legal Services, the Solicitor will provide advice and assistance to deliver services as part of our elder abuse prevention program. We are open to both Junior and Senior applicants. About the role Drafting Wills, EPAs and EPGs Advising clients on future planning matters Drafting other legal documents as required Providing legal advice and guidance to clients on estate planning matters Providing Community Legal Education in relation to elder abuse and how to address elder abuse Assisting senior solicitors and legal services team with complex legal matters Providing co-location/outreach at partner sites including health, community, aged care facilities and other highly regulated environments. This is a rewarding opportunity for experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team and work closely with the Midlas team to make a positive difference in our communities. Benefits Competitive remuneration Salary packaging tax benefits Flexible workplace culture Employee Assistance Program Strong values-based and for-purpose organisation Growing organisation with great career opportunities Work in a caring & collaborative team environment with people who are passionate about delivering quality services that support community Required Education/Licences/Certificates Current Legal Practice Certificate issued by the Legal Practice Board of Western Australia Possession of a current unrestricted driver’s license and reliable vehicle Possession of current satisfactory National Police clearance certificate (no older than 3 months from the issue date) and ongoing renewal every 2 years at employee’s expense Possession of Working with Children Check Relevant Experience, Skills/Knowledge & Personal Attributes Experience in wills and estate planning highly desirable. Able to demonstrate high quality legal drafting skills. Demonstrated ability to thoroughly research complex issues using legislation, case law, rulings and commentary. Demonstrated experience with the drafting of Wills, EPAs, EPGs and SAT applications. Demonstrated knowledge of the rights and responsibilities of older persons and extensive experience supporting older persons with estate planning and legal matters. Demonstrated experience providing legal advice and guidance to clients on estate and future planning matters. Demonstrated experience in managing legal files. Demonstrated highly developed written and interpersonal communication skills and ability to effective engage with a diverse range of clients particularly older persons. A strong ability to work both independently and collaboratively, effectively manage workload and set priorities for own work. Commitment to principles of social justice and effectively working with a diverse group of people from different backgrounds. A commitment to social justice and providing exceptional client service. Proficient in the use of MS Office and client database management systems. How to apply for this job Provide your updated and current CV Provide a Cover Letter addressing the selection criteria Short listing will commence immediately and we reserve the right to close the position without notice. Applications that fail to address all of the above will not be considered. Previous applicants need not re-apply. Before an offer of employment can be made, a Working with Children Check, National Police Clearance of not older than 3 months and current unrestricted driver's license must be submitted. Only suitable candidates will be contacted if short listed. Unsolicited resumes and contact from recruitment agencies will not be accepted. We welcome people with diverse skills, experiences, perspectives and backgrounds and encourage applications from Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander peoples, and individuals who may identify as LGBTIQ, with disability, a culturally and linguistically diverse background and people of all ages. We are committed to providing a safe environment for all children and vulnerable people and proactively take measures to protect children/vulnerable people. #J-18808-Ljbffr