Contentions Probate Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Bristol; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal firm in Taunton is seeking a Contentious Probate Solicitor with 2-5 years PQE or equivalent experience to join their renowned team. The role offers the opportunity to handle complex disputes involving wills and trusts, alongside top professionals in the field. A competitive salary and excellent benefits package are available, making it an attractive position for the right candidate.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Excellent benefits scheme

Opportunities to work on high-profile cases

Qualifications

• 2-5 years PQE or equivalent experience.
• Proven experience in contentious probate, wills, trusts, and estates.
• Desirable but not essential ACTAPS and/or STEP qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Work on complex, high-value disputes.
• Represent trustees, executors, and beneficiaries in disputes.
• Develop expertise under the guidance of experienced lawyers.

Skills

Contentious probate experience

Wills and estates knowledge

Litigation management

Education

2-5 years PQE or equivalent experience as a CILEX

Tools

ACTAPS qualifications

STEP qualifications

Job description

The Firm

This prestigious Legal 500 firm is well-established in the South West, highly regarded for its commitment to excellence within the local community. Offering a broad range of legal services to both individuals and businesses, their property department stands out as one of the most experienced and highly ranked in the region.

Year on year, the firm has continued to outperform its larger competitors, earning top-tier rankings in various legal directories. Boasting a team of industry leaders, the firm is committed to the growth and development of their departments, ensuring that their clients receive exceptional service.

Known for its people-focused culture, the firm enjoys excellent staff retention and remains an attractive employer, offering a supportive environment and a high level of investment in its people.

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contentious Probate Solicitor (2+ years PQE or CILEX), with no upper limit on PQE, to join a highly regarded team based in Taunton. This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-value disputes alongside leading professionals in the field.

The team has an outstanding reputation in contentious probate, representing trustees, executors, and beneficiaries in disputes that involve:

• Claims under the Inheritance Act
• Will validity challenges
• Executor and trustee disputes

As part of this department, which features several individuals recommended in the Legal 500, you will have access to invaluable mentorship and the opportunity to develop your expertise under the guidance of highly experienced lawyers.

The Ideal Candidate

• 2-5 years PQE or equivalent experience as a CILEX, with no upper limit on PQE
• Proven experience in contentious probate, wills, trusts, and estates, or a solid background managing a mixed caseload of litigated matters
• ACTAPS and/or STEP qualifications are desirable but not essential

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary package and an excellent benefits scheme
• The chance to work on high-profile, impactful cases in contentious probate
• Opportunities to work alongside leading individuals and the next generation of partners

This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated Contentious Probate Solicitor (2-5 years PQE or CILEX) to join a thriving and successful team in Taunton, where you can make a significant impact while furthering your career.