Contentious Probate Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in the United Kingdom seeks a senior Contentious Probate Solicitor at Partner level. The role involves managing complex probate cases, mentoring junior lawyers, and contributing to a growing inheritance disputes team. Candidates should have significant experience in contentious probate, be able to independently manage litigation, and be ready to help shape a high-quality practice. A competitive salary and career progression opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Flexibility in location

Real potential for progression

Qualifications

• Significant experience in contentious probate and inheritance disputes.
• Track record of mentoring junior solicitors.
• Ability to independently manage complex litigation.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert technical advice on contentious probate.
• Manage complex cases from inception to resolution.
• Mentor and supervise junior solicitors, paralegals, and apprentices.

Skills

Contentious probate

Inheritance and trust disputes

Mentoring junior lawyers

Independent case management

Job description

I am recruiting on behalf of a leading regional L500 law firm, with national recognition, for a senior level Contentious Probate Solicitor at Partner level.

The firm's contentious probate practice is a growing and strategic priority. Under strong leadership, the team advises on complex estate, will and trust litigation, Inheritance Act claims, proprietary estoppel and agricultural succession disputes.

The Role

This is a senior-level appointment - either at director or junior partner level, depending on experience - to help shape and grow the firm's inheritance and trust disputes team. The successful candidate will:

• Provide expert technical advice on contentious probate, trust disputes, will challenges, Inheritance Act claims, executor/trustee disputes and related matters
• Independently manage and lead complex cases from inception to resolution
• Mentor and supervise more junior solicitors, paralegals and apprentices, helping to develop the next generation of talent
• Delegate work appropriately, ensuring efficient case flow and high-quality outputs
• Attend and contribute at regular team meetings across the firm's offices
• Take on responsibility for case management, freeing up more senior partners to focus on strategic development

What You'll Get

• A competitive salary
• Real potential for progression into more senior partner or equity roles as the team expands
• Flexibility in location
• Opportunity to help build and shape a high-quality, specialist inheritance disputes offering
• Work alongside seasoned litigators and private wealth experts in a firm that values technical excellence, innovation and client care

About You

• You will have significant experience in contentious probate / inheritance and trust disputes
• You must be comfortable and confident in independently managing complex litigation
• You should have a track record of mentoring or supervising more junior lawyers
• You are ambitious, but realistic you seek a leadership role rather than a rapid jump to full equity
• You are collegial and personable, able to fit within a collaborative, collegial team structure

Why Join This Team?

• The firm is deeply committed to building a leading inheritance disputes practice
• You will be part of a highly regarded, award-winning firm that combines technical strength with a supportive, down-to-earth culture
• This role offers real ownership, influence and visibility
• You'll benefit from working alongside recognised specialists (including ACTAPS and STEP-affiliated practitioners)

How to Apply

Please apply directly via the link or contact Rachael Atherton at G2 Legal Recruitment.