Contentious Probate Solicitor - High-Value Estates

Law Staff; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private Medical Insurance

Contributory Pension

Discretionary annual staff bonus

Life Insurance

Income Protection

Season Ticket Loan

Reduced gym membership

Job summary

Law Staff is recruiting a Contentious Probate Solicitor in London to join a Chambers and Legal 500-ranked team handling medium to high-value disputes involving wills, estates and trusts. You will advise claimants and defendants, draft key documents and manage cases through all stages with empathy and professionalism.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years PQE in contentious probate, strong drafting and advocacy skills, and a proactive, organised approach to deadlines.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with 2–5 years' PQE in contentious probate or related litigation.
• Excellent knowledge of wills, probate, trusts and inheritance disputes.
• Strong negotiation, advocacy and drafting skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload efficiently.
• Outstanding communication and client care skills with a sensitive approach to complex family dynamics.
• Proactive, organised and able to work under pressure to meet deadlines.
• ACTAPS membership or willingness to pursue accreditation is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Act for claimants and defendants across a wide range of contentious probate matters, including will validity challenges, Inheritance Act claims and disputes involving executors, trustees and beneficiaries.
• Provide clear, strategic advice on merits, settlements and litigation risks.
• Draft statements of case, witness statements and settlement agreements.
• Manage cases through all stages from pre-action to mediation, court proceedings and negotiations.
• Attend court hearings, mediations and client meetings as required.
• Maintain accurate case files and comply with regulatory and firm policies.
• Collaborate with private client and litigation teams and stay updated on probate developments.

Skills

Wills & probate law

Trusts & inheritance

Negotiation

Drafting

Client care

Independent work

Case management

ACTAPS membership

Job description

Law Staff is recruiting a Contentious Probate Solicitor in London to join a Chambers and Legal 500-ranked team handling medium to high-value disputes involving wills, estates and trusts. You will advise claimants and defendants, draft key documents and manage cases through all stages with empathy and professionalism.

Ideal candidates will have 2–5 years PQE in contentious probate, strong drafting and advocacy skills, and a proactive, organised approach to deadlines.