Contentious Probate Solicitor — High-Value Disputes

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; City Of London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious legal recruitment firm in Central London seeks a Contentious Probate Solicitor to manage high-value estate disputes. You will work with a credible team, draft legal documents, and engage in alternative dispute resolution. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with 2–5 years' experience in contentious probate. The firm offers competitive salary, private medical insurance, and additional benefits like bonus and gym membership.

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Discretionary annual staff bonus

Reduced gym membership

Contributory Pension Scheme

Additional paid leave at Christmas

Qualifications

• Ability to manage complex and sensitive matters independently.
• Highly organised and able to work to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Handle contentious probate disputes for claimants and defendants.
• Advise on Inheritance Act claims.
• Manage disputes concerning executors, trustees, and beneficiaries.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements and settlement correspondence.
• Engage in ADR and attend mediations, hearings, and client conferences.

Skills

Strong advocacy

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Client-care skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales

2–5 years PQE in contentious probate litigation

Job description

A prestigious legal recruitment firm in Central London seeks a Contentious Probate Solicitor to manage high-value estate disputes. You will work with a credible team, draft legal documents, and engage in alternative dispute resolution. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with 2–5 years' experience in contentious probate. The firm offers competitive salary, private medical insurance, and additional benefits like bonus and gym membership.