Contentious Probate Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; Reading; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Reading seeks a Contentious Probate Solicitor. The role involves managing a diverse range of disputes, benefiting from direct support and mentoring. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of civil litigation experience and a passion for contention probate. This position offers a permanent full-time contract with significant growth potential in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years' experience in civil litigation, preferably in contentious probate.
• Strong grounding in private client work is advantageous.
• Desire to grow in a supportive, expert-led team.

Responsibilities

• Handle a variety of disputes including Inheritance Act claims.
• Collaborate on complex cases with the Wills, Trusts & Estates department.
• Run your own files with support from seasoned professionals.

Skills

Contentious probate expertise

Civil litigation experience

Client relationship management

Job description

• Job title: Contentious Probate Solicitor
• Location: Reading
• Salary: £60,000-£73,000
• PQE Level: 3-6 PQE
• Contract Type: Permanent
• Working Hours: Full-time

Introduction

Are you an experienced solicitor with a passion for contentious private client work and looking to take the next step in your career?

Opportunities and casework

A rare opportunity has arisen within a highly regarded and growing specialist team, offering a caseload made up exclusively of contentious probate litigation. You'll handle a broad spectrum of disputes including Inheritance Act claims (both Claimant and Defendant), challenges to the validity of wills, executor and administrator disputes, estate administration issues, Court of Protection matters, and trust disputes.

Team & Support

You'll be encouraged to run your own files while also collaborating on complex, high-value cases. The team works closely with a respected Wills, Trusts & Estates department, ensuring a joined‑up approach to client care. You'll benefit from direct support and mentoring from a Legal 500 Leading Individual in contentious probate, with clear scope for development and progression.

Responsibilities

You'll handle a broad spectrum of disputes including Inheritance Act claims (both Claimant and Defendant), challenges to the validity of wills, executor and administrator disputes, estate administration issues, Court of Protection matters, and trust disputes.

Ideal candidate

The ideal individual will haveh 3-5 years' civil litigation experience, with a strong grounding in contentious probate. Exposure to private client work during training or early career is advantageous, but not essential. What matters most is your enthusiasm for this specialist area and your desire to grow within a supportive, expert‑led team.

Apply

If you're ready to specialise and thrive in a dynamic, forward‑thinking environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Contact

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Berkshire or the South East in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.
(e) [e-mail]
(m) 07921 895 776
(t) 0117 917 1864
(l) www.linkedin.com/in/liamandrews-legalrecruitment

EEO Statement

*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.*