Contentious Probate Solicitor

Jobs.co.uk; York and North Yorkshire; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobs.co.uk is recruiting a Contentious Probate Solicitor in North Yorkshire on a permanent basis. The role involves managing a varied caseload of disputes over wills, trusts and estates, including validity challenges and inheritance claims. The ideal candidate will be at least one year qualified and able to provide clear client advice.

Hybrid working may be available, and a competitive salary of £45,000 to £65,000 DOE is on offer, dependent on experience within a well established practice.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with experience in contentious probate or related contentious private client work.
• Strong drafting abilities and sound judgement.
• Empathetic approach to client care and ability to manage sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload of contentious probate matters, including disputes over wills, trusts and estates, validity and interpretation issues, and inheritance claims.
• Provide clear advice to clients and develop technical knowledge within a specialist team.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across litigation, tax and private client to handle complex matters.

Skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

About The Role

A Contentious Probate Solicitor is sought for a permanent post in North Yorkshire, offering £45,000 to £65,000 dependent on experience. The successful candidate, at least one year qualified, will manage a varied caseload covering disputes over wills, trusts and estates, including validity challenges, interpretation issues and inheritance claims. Working within a specialist team, the solicitor provides clear advice to clients while developing technical knowledge. Strong communication, analytical ability and attention to detail are essential. This position suits someone eager to progress their career in contentious probate law within an established practice. Hybrid arrangements may be available.

Contentious Probate Solicitor / 1+ PQE / North Yorkshire / c£65,000 DOE

An excellent opportunity for a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join a specialist team, handling complex disputes involving wills, trusts and estates, with excellent opportunities for development and progression -

The Role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor to join an established contentious probate team, with opportunities available in North and East Yorkshire.

You will handle a varied caseload of contentious probate matters including disputes concerning the validity and interpretation of wills, inheritance claims, disputes involving executors and trustees and wider trust and estate disputes.

Working alongside experienced specialists, you will have the opportunity to take responsibility for your own matters, develop strong client relationships and work on complex cases with often significant personal implications for those involved.

You will also benefit from working closely with colleagues across litigation, tax and trusts, and private client, giving you access to wider expertise and support when dealing with complex matters. This is an excellent opportunity to develop your specialism within a supportive team handling high quality work.

The Candidate

The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with experience in contentious probate or related contentious private client work.

You will have strong technical and analytical skills, excellent drafting abilities and sound judgement. Given the sensitive nature of these disputes, you will also need a thoughtful and empathetic approach to client care, with the ability to provide clear advice and understand each client's individual circumstances.

You will be proactive, organised and keen to develop your expertise, while working collaboratively with colleagues and building lasting client relationships.

The Firm

This opportunity is with a well established law firm with a long history of advising clients across a broad range of legal matters. The firm combines specialist expertise with the resources of a full service practice, supporting clients regionally, nationally and internationally.

You will join an experienced team that values a personal approach to client service, collaboration and the continued development of its Lawyers.

A competitive salary is available depending on experience, alongside the opportunity to work on high-quality matters within an established specialist team.

At eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.