Contentious Probate Solicitor

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Birthday leave

Pension scheme (salary sacrifice)

Healthcare plan

Holiday purchase/sale

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions seeks a Contentious Probate Solicitor in the Birmingham area, offering hybrid working and flexibility. The role targets a senior practitioner with extensive PQE and a track record in high-value disputes.

The successful candidate will manage a varied probate caseload, advise clients, draft court documents, and contribute to business development while maintaining strong client relationships.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor with strong contentious probate experience (ideally 10+ years' PQE).
• Excellent client-care and professional communication.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Experience with case management systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied contentious probate caseload, including high-value disputes.
• Advising clients clearly and pragmatically, managing expectations.
• Drafting correspondence, statements and court documents to a high standard.
• Working collaboratively within the dispute resolution team to deliver strong outcomes.
• Supporting the continued development of the contentious probate offering.
• Taking an active role in business development, networking and firmwide profile raising.

Skills

Contentious probate

Client relationships

Business development

Organisation

Tools

Microsoft Word/Excel

Case management systems

Job description

Contentious Probate Solicitor

Location: Birmingham City Centre

Salary: £70,000 to £90,000

Experience: 10+ years’ PQE

If you are a Contentious Probate Solicitor who enjoys complex disputes, high levels of client contact and the chance to help shape a growing offering, this is a strong opportunity within an established Dispute Resolution team.

Our client is looking to recruit a Contentious Probate Solicitor (ideally 10+ PQE, but flexible for the right person) to build on an excellent reputation in this area. The role can be based in Birmingham City Centre or Shirley, with flexible and hybrid working options considered.

This is a senior hire with real scope to develop the contentious probate offering, supported by a wider disputes team. You will be encouraged to build trusted client relationships, take an active role in business development and, where relevant, bring existing contacts and a following of work.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Managing a varied contentious probate caseload, including high-value and sensitive disputes

• Advising clients clearly and pragmatically, managing expectations throughout the life of a matter

• Drafting correspondence, statements and court documents to a high standard

• Working collaboratively within the dispute resolution team to deliver strong outcomes

• Supporting the continued development of the contentious probate offering

• Taking an active role in business development, networking and firmwide profile raising

What We’re Looking For

• Qualified Solicitor with strong contentious probate experience (ideally 10+ years’ PQE, or equivalent experience)

• Excellent client-care skills and confident, professional communication style

• Comfortable working under pressure and meeting deadlines

• Confident using case management systems and Microsoft Office (Word/Excel) and working with PDF bundles

• Interest in business development and networking

• ACTAPS qualification is desirable but not essential

What’s On Offer

• Salary of £70,000 to £90,000

• Hybrid and flexible working options

• 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

• Birthday leave

• Group stakeholder pension scheme (Scottish Widows), with salary sacrifice option

• Healthcare plan (support towards optical, dental and counselling)

• Flexible holiday purchase/sale scheme

Working Arrangements

Full-time role based in either Birmingham City Centre or Shirley. Flexible and hybrid working options can be considered.