Contentious Probate Solicitor

CRA Legal; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise renommée de services juridiques recherche un Contentious Probate Solicitor qualifié pour gérer des litiges en matière de succession. Le poste propose un environnement de travail hybride avec un salaire compétitif et des avantages divers. Idéalement, vous serez un soliticteur avec de l'expérience en droit de la succession et aptitudes à négocier et rédiger des documents juridiques de manière efficace.

Benefits

28 jours de congé (augmentant jusqu'à 32 jours) + Jours fériés

Pension améliorée (jusqu'à 10 % de contribution de l'employeur)

Assurance vie

Santé privée

Programme de bien-être

Réductions sur produits et services

Pas d'objectifs de facturation

Qualifications

• Soliciteur qualifié avec expérience en droit de la succession contentieuse.
• Capacité à gérer des litiges et à conseiller des clients.
• Forte compétence en rédaction et en communication.

Responsibilities

• Fournir des conseils juridiques sur les litiges en succession.
• Rédiger des documents juridiques incluant des correspondances et des requêtes en cour.
• Gérer des consultations et des négociations pour résoudre des litiges.

Skills

Conseil juridique

Rédaction de documents juridiques

Négociation

Gestion des dossiers

Education

Solicitor qualifié

Jusqu'à 5 ans d'expérience PQE

Job description

Job Title: Contentious Probate Solicitor
Salary: Up to £50,000 + Bonuses
Location: Bristol (Hybrid)
Contract: Full Time, Permanent

Role Overview & Daily Responsibilities:

• Providing expert legal advice on new and ongoing contentious probate matters.
• Discussing a range of queries with prospective and existing clients regarding wills, estates, and inheritance disputes.
• Drafting various documentation and communications, including legal correspondence, pleadings, and court applications.
• Recording accurate information and auditing files to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Undertaking consultations and negotiations to resolve contentious probate disputes.
• Allocating administrative tasks as and when required to support the smooth running of the department.

Employee Benefits Package:

• 28 days holiday (rising to 32 days) + bank holidays
• Enhanced pension scheme (up to 10% employer contribution)
• Life insurance
• Private healthcare
• Hybrid working
• Well-being programme
• Products & services discounts
• Up to 10% of salary bonus scheme (performance led)
• No billing targets!

About the Organisation:

• CRA are working in partnership with a reputable national business with offices throughout the country. Our client is a long-established organisation with a great approach to their employees and customer base.
• This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced contentious probate professional to join an exciting and forward-thinking business known for their ethical approach, innovative use of technology, and commitment to members, customers, and colleagues.

About CRA Consulting:

• CRA Consulting are a specialist legal recruiter, operating across the UK. CRA works in partnership with reputable law firms with either local, regional, national, or international presence. We recruit at all levels from board, director, and partnership level through to support staff.
• For additional information on how we can assist you with your next career move, visit the CRA Consulting Website at www.craconsultants.com.

Application Criteria:

• You will be a qualified solicitor, up to 5 years PQE
• Previous experience in contentious probate law is essential
• Legal executive applications welcome

How to Apply:

• If this Contentious Probate Solicitor vacancy is of interest, please click the apply button. Alternatively, if you would like to discuss with Rhys Spencer, who is managing this vacancy, call 0114 241 8030 for a confidential discussion.
• Are you wanting to review additional career opportunities? Visit our jobs page at www.craconsultants.com/jobs

Additional Information:

• CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use salary levels purely as a guide. However, we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.
• This Contentious Probate Solicitor vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process, we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.