At Macpherson Kelley, people come first, always. Our clients and team are at the heart of
everything we do.
About the Opportunity
We are seeking a committed and career-focused Law Clerk to join our Wills & Estates team in Melbourne.
This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about building a long-term career in legal practice and is looking to develop deep expertise in Wills & Estates. You will work closely with experienced lawyers across a broad range of estate planning and administration matters, gaining meaningful hands-on experience andexposure to client-facing work.
You’ll be an integral part of the team, trusted to contribute to file progression and
support lawyers on complex and sensitive matters.
Key responsibilities:
- Assist with legal research and drafting, including wills, powers of attorney and
probate documents.
- Support the progression of estate planning and administration matters.
- Review file materials and identify key information and risks.
- Prepare correspondence and assist with client communications.
- Assist with inbox management, workflow coordination and end-of-month billing.
- Attend client meetings and support general file management.
- Contribute to team initiatives and process improvements.
About You:
- At least 2 years’ experience in a similar role within a Wills & Estates
practice.
- A Diploma of Legal Services or similar qualification.
- A genuine interest in Wills & Estates law and a desire to build a long-term career as a Law Clerk in this area.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with attention to detail.
- A proactive, reliable approach and willingness to take ownership of tasks.
- The ability to work collaboratively while also managing responsibilities independently.
- A client-focused mindset, with the ability to approach sensitive matters with
professionalism and empathy.
At Macpherson Kelley, we’re about doing great work with great people. This is an opportunity to build a long-term career in a firm that values your contribution and invests in your growth. If you’re looking to take the next step in your career, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Firm
Macpherson Kelley is a national Commercial law firm that thinks differently. Our people possess a rare combination of commercial acumen, legal ingenuity, and human insight. That’s why we treat each client’s business as if it’s our own, delivering intelligent recommendations they can act on.
With offices in Brisbane, Dandenong, Melbourne, Sydney and Adelaide, as well as international connections through our Pacific Legal Network, Multilaw and PrivacyRules partners, our lawyers collaborate across practice areas and borders to take care of any legal issues faced by our clients.
Our People Promise
The best thing about Macpherson Kelley is its people. Really good people and talented lawyers,
in an inclusive, high performing and positive workplace culture achieve great things. We are flexible and outcome focused in how we work, so you can get on with the job. Together, we believe in better and are ambitious for growth, and we understand that growth comes from leveraging all business and learning opportunities, many of which are delivered through our practical and commercially focused Macpherson Kelley Business School. Our benefits include mentoring programs, additional leave options, and generous parental leave policies. Learn more about building your career with us at www.mk.com.au/careers.
