Contentious Probate Lawyer - Somerset - PQE Level Open

Chadwick Nott; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Bonus scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Supportive team culture

Clear career development opportunities

Job summary

A regional law firm in Somerset is seeking a Contentious Probate Lawyer (hybrid role) to manage a diverse caseload including inheritance claims and contested wills. This position offers strong career progression and a supportive team culture. The ideal candidate is experienced in contentious probate or is a trainee legal executive eager to learn. The firm provides a competitive salary, bonus scheme, and flexible working arrangements for all qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Experience in contentious probate and inheritance law.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload effectively.
• Strong team collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Handle a range of contentious probate matters.
• Manage your own caseload with appropriate supervision.
• Advise clients on complex estate and trust disputes.

Skills

Inheritance Act claims

Contested wills

Strong communication skills

Client handling

Organizational skills

Proactiveness

Team player

Education

Qualified lawyer or trainee legal executive

Job description

Contentious Probate Lawyer - Somerset - PQE Level Open

Location: Somerset (Hybrid and Flexible Working Options Available)

Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: £45,000 to £65,000 (depending on experience) + bonus scheme

A growing regional law firm is seeking an experienced Contentious Probate Lawyer to join its expanding team. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a varied and stimulating caseload, with strong prospects for progression and a generous package based on experience. The firm is also open to applications from less experienced lawyers, trainee legal executives, who are keen to develop their career in this specialist area.

The Role

You will handle a broad range of contentious probate matters, including:

• Inheritance Act claims
• Contested wills
• Executor and trustee disputes
• Equitable interest and proprietary estoppel claims
• Advising clients on complex estate and trust disputes
• Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
• Supporting business development and contributing to the team's growth

This is a dynamic and varied role offering exposure to high quality work and the opportunity to develop specialist expertise.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to:

• Qualified lawyers with experience in contentious probate
• Individuals with experience in Inheritance Act claims, will disputes, executor disputes or equitable interest matters
• Paralegals or trainee legal executives seeking to build a career in contentious probate
• Strong communicators with excellent client handling skills
• Organised, proactive individuals with the ability to manage a busy caseload
• Team players with a genuine interest in this challenging and rewarding area of law
• The firm offers full support and training for those looking to develop their expertise.

Benefits

The firm offers:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Bonus scheme
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear opportunities for career development

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Olivia Reed

Email: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

*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.*