Contentious Probate Private Client Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Bromley; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a qualified Solicitor with expertise in contentious probate matters. This role offers the chance to manage complex disputes involving wills, estates, and trusts, while providing exceptional legal services to high-net-worth clients. You'll be part of a supportive team, handling significant client-facing responsibilities and navigating high-stakes legal challenges. With a focus on clear communication and client satisfaction, this position is perfect for a driven individual looking to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic legal environment. Join a firm that values professionalism and offers a range of attractive benefits.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Contribution to legal fees

Death in service benefit

Birthday off

Christmas and profit share bonus

Access to ‘cycle to work’ scheme

Medicash Health Plan

Private Medical Insurance

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ PQE in contentious probate matters required.
• In-depth knowledge of wills, estates, trusts, and inheritance laws.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of probate disputes and represent clients.
• Provide expert legal advice on complex and sensitive legal matters.

Skills

Contentious probate matters

Complex litigation

Strong communication skills

Client-focused approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Our clients dynamic, well-established, and friendly Private Client Team is seeking an enthusiastic, driven, and highly skilled individual to help deliver exceptional legal services to clients. This is an excellent opportunity to work with high-net-worth individuals, handling complex and challenging disputes involving wills, estates, trusts, and inheritance.

You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of probate disputes, including challenges to wills, inheritance claims, trust disputes, and contentious estate administration. You will have the chance to take on significant client-facing responsibilities, representing clients in sensitive and high-stakes legal matters, while working within a collaborative and supportive environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing, dynamic department, handling high-profile and complex probate disputes. You will work closely with high-net-worth individuals and families, providing expert legal advice and representation on a wide range of contentious issues.

The Firm
Long established, our client specialises in delivering first-class service across a wide spectrum of practice areas to both businesses and individuals. Staffed by a team of legal professionals who are experts in their chosen fields, the firm prides itself on providing jargon-free advice in clear and concise language and as a result, has developed a loyal and growing client base as well as numerous accreditations.

Is this the position for you?

1. You will be a qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years’ PQE in contentious probate matters.
2. You must possess in-depth knowledge of the legal frameworks governing wills, estates, trusts, and inheritance, including the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.
3. You will have proven experience in managing contentious probate matters and complex litigation.
4. Strong communication skills are essential, with the ability to explain complex legal issues clearly to clients.
5. You will be client-focused, with a strategic, solutions-driven approach.
6. You must be a qualified solicitor with experience in contentious probate matters or a related area of law.

What will you get in return?

1. Hybrid working schemes
2. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
3. Contribution to legal fees
4. Death in service benefit
5. Birthday off
6. Christmas and profit share bonus
7. Access to ‘cycle to work’ scheme
8. Medicash Health Plan
9. Private Medical Insurance, to name a few

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