Contentious Probate Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Reading; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private healthcare

Generous pension

Enhanced annual leave

Life assurance

Ongoing training & development

Career progression

Job summary

G2 Legal Limited in Reading is seeking a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join its Private Wealth Disputes team. You will manage a diverse caseload of inheritance and trust disputes, advising high-net-worth clients and developing long-term relationships. Hybrid working is available.

The role requires 4+ years' PQE with strong Probate and disputes experience, excellent drafting and advocacy, and a proactive approach to business development. Career progression is a clear focus.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 4+ years' PQE.
• Strong experience in Contentious Probate and related disputes.
• Experience advising on Inheritance Act 1975 claims.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills.
• Proactive business development and commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Manage a high-value caseload in inheritance and trust disputes.
• Handle Will validity disputes and Executor/Trustee issues.
• Advise on Inheritance Act 1975 claims and Court of Protection matters.
• Liaise with clients and support senior lawyers on complex proceedings.
• Develop long-term client relationships.

Skills

Contentious Probate

Trusts Litigation

Commercial Litigation

Inheritance Act 1975

Education

Qualified Solicitor

4+ years' PQE

Job description

Contentious Probate Solicitor

Reading, Berkshire | Hybrid Working

£60,000 – £75,000 DOE + Bonus + Excellent Benefits

Join a Leading Regional Law Firm's Growing Contentious Probate Team

Our client is seeking an ambitiousContentious Probate Solicitorto join its highly regardedPrivate Wealth Disputesteam in Reading. This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with4+ years' PQEto handle a high-quality caseload of complex inheritance and trust disputes while benefiting from genuine career progression, hybrid working and a supportive team environment.

This role is ideal for a solicitor looking to specialise further incontentious probate, inheritance disputes, trust litigation and will disputes, working alongside recognised experts on behalf of high and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, families, charities and trustees.

The Role

You will manage your own varied caseload while supporting senior lawyers on complex, high-value matters including:

• Inheritance Act 1975 claims
• Will validity disputes
• Proprietary estoppel claims
• Executor and trustee disputes
• Beneficiary disputes
• Trust litigation
• Estate administration disputes
• Court of Protection-related disputes where appropriate
• Mediation, ADR and High Court litigation

You will have regular client contact, represent clients throughout the litigation process and play an active role in developing long-term client relationships.

About You

To be considered, you will ideally have:

• Qualified Solicitor with4+ years' PQE
• Strong experience inContentious Probate,Trusts LitigationorCommercial Litigationwith significant probate work
• Experience advising on claims under theInheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
• Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development
• A genuine interest in developing a long-term career within Private Wealth Disputes

Salary & Benefits

• £60,000 – £75,000depending on experience
• Performance-related bonus
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Private healthcare
• Generous pension scheme
• Enhanced annual leave
• Life assurance
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Clear career progression within a growing specialist team
• Supportive, collaborative and inclusive working environment

Why Apply?

This is an outstanding opportunity to join an established regional law firm with an excellent reputation forContentious Probatework. You'll work alongside experienced specialists on complex, high-value disputes while enjoying excellent career prospects, high-quality work and genuine work-life balance.

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