Safewill Legal

Safewill Legal is the affiliate law firm of Safewill, Australia’s leading digital estate planning platform.

Together, we’re modernising how Australians deal with wills, probate and estate administration - combining specialist legal expertise with thoughtful technology and modern workflows.

Safewill Legal operates as a tech-enabled legal practice, working closely with Safewill’s product and operations teams to deliver probate and estate administration services in a faster, clearer and more client-friendly way.

Our team handles complex estate matters and sensitive situations, supported by strong systems, modern workflows and a collaborative culture.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a Law Clerk to join our Estate Administration team and gain hands-on exposure to probate and estate matters.

Working closely with our lawyers, you’ll assist with legal documentation, file preparation and matter coordination while learning how probate and estate administration matters progress through the legal system.

This role is ideal for a law student or recent graduate who wants to build practical experience in wills and estates and develop a strong foundation in legal practice.

For the right candidate, this role offers a clear pathway into a Paralegal role within 12-18 months, as you build capability across probate and estate administration matters.

This role is full-time and based in our Sydney CBD office.

What you’ll do

Probate & Estate Matter Support

• Assist lawyers with probate and estate administration matters from client intake through to administration

• Help prepare and organise documents relating to probate applications and estate administration processes

• Maintain organised electronic and physical matter files

• Assist with compiling documentation required for legal matters

• Support lawyers to ensure matters progress smoothly and efficiently

Legal Documentation & File Management

• Assist with preparation and organisation of legal documents and correspondence

• Maintain accurate digital records and file management systems

• Assist with document scanning, filing and record keeping

• Help prepare documents for client files and court processes

Client & Practice Coordination

• Answer and triage inbound calls and client enquiries

• Assist with coordinating client meetings and appointments

• Welcome clients to the office and support a professional client experience

• Support lawyers with meeting preparation and document organisation

About You

This role is suited to someone interested in building a career in law and gaining practical experience in a legal practice.

You may be:

• A recent law graduate

• Someone seeking their first role in a law firm

• Early in a legal support career and interested in wills and estates

We’re looking for someone who is:

• Highly organised with strong attention to detail

• Professional and friendly when working with clients

• Calm and empathetic when supporting people through sensitive situations

• Curious and eager to learn how legal matters are managed

• Reliable, proactive and comfortable working in a busy legal practice

• Experience with Microsoft Office or Google Workspace is helpful.

Previous experience in a law firm or professional services environment is beneficial but not essential.

Why Join Safewill Legal

• Work in a modern, tech-enabled legal practice

• Gain exposure to complex estate and probate matters

• Learn directly from experienced lawyers

• Build real legal experience early in your career

• Clear pathway to Paralegal progression within ~18 months for strong performers