Contentious Probate Solicitor — Hybrid & Growth

Harrison Drury; Clitheroe; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Commitment to a maximum of 1,200 hours

Employee bonus scheme

Medicash health benefits cash plan and

Holiday entitlement increases with len

Paid time off for voluntary work (2 d/

Free conveyancing for primary home

Free Wills

Employee referral scheme

Biannual promotion and salary uplift

Regular social events

Job summary

Harrison Drury solicitors in Lancashire and surrounding counties are recruiting a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join our Private Client team across Preston and Clitheroe offices.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of contentious probate matters, advise on wills, trusts and estate disputes, and develop client relationships while upholding a supportive, growth-oriented culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years' PQE.
• Experience managing contentious probate and inheritance disputes.
• Experience of 1975 Act claims would be advantageous.
• Excellent client-facing and relationship-building abilities.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to client service.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload effectively.
• Empathy, compassion and professionalism.
• Ambition to develop your career within a growing team.
• Strong IT and case management skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of contentious probate matters.
• Advising clients in relation to disputes involving wills, trusts and estates.
• Handling claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts.
• Delivering an exceptional level of client service.
• Managing matters efficiently and ensuring clients are regularly updated on progress and costs.
• Participating in networking, marketing and business development initiatives.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider Private Client team.
• Contributing to the ongoing growth and success of the department.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Empathy and professionalism

Relationship-building

Proactive client service

Independent and collaborative work

IT & case management

Education

Qualified Solicitor

2+ years PQE

Job description

Harrison Drury solicitors in Lancashire and surrounding counties are recruiting a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join our Private Client team across Preston and Clitheroe offices.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of contentious probate matters, advise on wills, trusts and estate disputes, and develop client relationships while upholding a supportive, growth-oriented culture.