Estates and Succession Lawyer (BH-284878-3)

Location Ottawa, Canada

Sector Legal

Salary 100,000.00 CAD to 150,000.00 CAD per annum

We are currently seeking a Wills & Estates Lawyer to join a well-established and highly regarded mid-sized Ottawa law firm. This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer looking to build a long-term practice within a collaborative and supportive environment that values mentorship, work-life balance, and professional growth.

About Our Client

Our client is a respected Ottawa-based law firm with a longstanding reputation in the community and a strong, relationship-driven culture. The firm is known for its collegial atmosphere, sustainable approach to practice, and commitment to developing long-term careers for its lawyers. With an established estates generating consistent workflow, the firm offers a stable and supportive platform for lawyers seeking meaningful growth opportunities.

About The Opportunity

This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer with experience in wills and estates who is seeking strong mentorship, steady workflow, and long-term career development. The successful candidate will join a busy and growing estates practice with immediate access to internally generated work, including estate administration and probate matters. The role offers an attractive pathway for lawyers looking to deepen their expertise within estates law while benefiting from a cooperative and supportive team environment.

About The Position

The successful candidate will support and contribute to the firm’s established estates practice, with responsibilities including estate administration,



probate matters, succession planning, trusts, and capacity-related matters. Depending on experience level, the role may also involve mentoring junior team members and delegating work within the practice group.

The lawyer will work closely with experienced practitioners within a highly collaborative team structure and will benefit from strong internal referral sources and existing client relationships. The position offers exposure to a broad range of wills and estates matters in a practice that prioritizes client relationships, professionalism, and long-term service to the Ottawa community.

The Requirements

- 2–5+ years of experience in wills & estates law, including estate administration and succession planning
- Strong drafting, organizational, and client management skills
- Experience with trusts, capacity matters, and probate applications
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Ability to develop and foster strong client and community relationships
- Collaborative and collegial approach to practice
- Experience in disability planning, tax, estate litigation, or business law considered an asset
- Ability to speak and draft in French is considered a strong asset, though not mandatory
- Interest in long-term career growth and integration within the firm culture

Compensation

- Compensation: $100,000-$150,000
- Comprehensive benefits
- Strong mentorship, support, and established internal workflow
- Long-term growth and opportunities
- Collegial and relationship-driven work setting that supports work-life balance

📌 Estates and Succession Lawyer (Ottawa)
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