Contentious Probate Associate Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; England; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Dorset is seeking a Contentious Probate Senior Associate Solicitor with over 6 years PQE. The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload, develop junior solicitors, and spearhead business development initiatives in a supportive environment. This role offers a clear career progression path along with hybrid working options.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with over 6 years PQE in contentious probate.
• Experience in business development and managing junior staff.
• Ability to build trusted, long-term client relationships.

Responsibilities

• Handling a varied caseload including contested trust claims and Court of Protection work.
• Supervising and managing the development of junior solicitors.
• Developing and marketing the department.

Skills

Client relationship management

Business development

Leadership

Education

Solicitor qualification

6+ years PQE

Job description

Contentious Probate Senior Associate Solicitor

6+ years PQE

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Senior Associate Solicitor to join a Contentious Private Client team, where you can progress and develop your career. The team acts for a range of HNW clients in contentious trusts and probate work.

This Legal 500 law firm in Dorset is looking for a 6+ years’ PQE Contentious Trust & Probate Solicitor to join a busy private client team that is expanding, in this critical hire. The firm has an ambitious strategy and a strong management team to give you the right support required to climb the career ladder.

You will be handling a varied caseload and building trusted, long-term relationships with clients, including contested private, probate & trust claims, and Court of Protection work. Key responsibilities of the role will include sharing responsibility for the management, training of staff, as well as developing and marketing the department.

The role will combine office working with remote working from home.

Your role as a Contentious Wills & Probate Senior Associate Solicitor will involve:

• Clear career path from the outset
• Supervising, managing, and supporting the development of junior solicitors in the team
• Business development and networking to gain new business

My client is eager to shortlist for interviews as soon as possible.

Please contact Chris Rodriguez ASAP to discuss this Contentious Trusts & Probate Senior Associate Solicitor role, based in the central Dorset area, or send your CV confidentially via the link below.

(Please note salary is just a guide, depends on the experience of the candidate).

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