Wills and Estate Lawyer

Key Responsibilities

• Manage Wills & Estates files from start to finish.
• Meet clients independently and provide practical legal advice.
• Draft Wills, Powers of Attorney, and related estate documents.
• Review and explain documents to clients.
• Conduct legal research and ensure compliance with applicable legislation.
• Manage deadlines, follow-ups, and client files.
• Work with legal support staff while maintaining responsibility for files.
• Meet a monthly collection target of approximately $20,000-$25,000.

Requirements

• Licensed and in good standing with the applicable provincial law society.
• Proven experience independently managing Wills & Estates files.
• Strong experience drafting Wills and Powers of Attorney.
• Confident conducting client meetings and providing legal advice.
• Strong communication, drafting, organization, and client-management skills.
• Comfortable working primarily in-office and meeting clients in person.