Contentious Probate Lawyer - Somerset or Devon

Chadwick Nott; England; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Career progression

Job summary

A respected law firm in the United Kingdom seeks an experienced Contentious Probate Lawyer to strengthen their team in Somerset or Devon. This role offers the chance to work on diverse cases, including Inheritance Act claims and contested wills. The ideal candidate will possess substantial experience in probate law and will benefit from a supportive environment with opportunities for career progression. The firm is committed to diversity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience in contentious probate law required.
• Strong skills in handling Inheritance Act claims.
• Ability to manage executor and trustee disputes.
• Proactive capability to manage complex probate matters end-to-end.

Responsibilities

• Join a Legal 500 ranked team specializing in probate law.
• Handle a variety of contentious probate cases.
• Support junior lawyers and trainees in their development.

Skills

Inheritance Act claims

Contested wills

Executor and trustee disputes

Equitable interest matters

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Contentious Probate Lawyer - Somerset or Devon

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced and ambitious contentious probate lawyer ready to take the next step in their career. This is a rare chance to join a well established, Legal 500 ranked team operating in a rapidly expanding and highly specialised practice area. Our client is a respected and long standing firm with a strong presence across Somerset and Devon. They are now looking to strengthen their contentious probate offering further. The ideal candidate will already have a solid grounding in this field, with experience handling Inheritance Act claims, contested wills, executor and trustee disputes, and equitable interest matters. A competitive salary and benefits package is available, alongside a clear pathway for progression within a supportive, award winning environment. Opportunities are also open to motivated junior lawyers, including paralegals and trainee legal executives, who are keen to develop their expertise in this varied and rewarding area of law.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*