Contentious Probate Solicitor — Hybrid, High-Stakes Disputes

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Altrincham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare package

Company pension

Death in service cover

PureGym membership

Counselling service

Pet insurance

Annual eye tests

Annual hearing tests

Annual flu jab

5 days sick leave

In-office massages

Birthday off work

Netflix

Spotify

Amazon Prime

Apple News+

Free conveyancing

Job summary

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is seeking a Contentious Probate Solicitor in Manchester. The role involves handling a broad range of contentious probate and trust disputes, with end-to-end responsibility and client-focused advice.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years PQE in contentious probate or private client disputes, strong drafting skills, and a collaborative, commercially aware approach. The firm offers a supportive culture, progression opportunities, and a hybrid working model.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE in contentious probate or private client disputes.
• Strong drafting skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent client care and communication.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of contentious probate and trust matters from instruction to resolution
• Advising on will disputes and challenges, including validity issues
• Handling Inheritance Act claims and related negotiations
• Advising on estate and trust disputes, including beneficiary and executor issues
• Drafting pleadings and correspondence, and preparing matters for mediation or court
• Attending hearings where appropriate and supporting counsel on more complex litigation
• Building strong client relationships through clear, empathetic advice
• Contributing to business development activity and referral relationships

Skills

2+ PQE

Contentious probate

Private client disputes

Excellent client care

Drafting skills

Collaborative approach

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions is seeking a Contentious Probate Solicitor in Manchester. The role involves handling a broad range of contentious probate and trust disputes, with end-to-end responsibility and client-focused advice.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years PQE in contentious probate or private client disputes, strong drafting skills, and a collaborative, commercially aware approach. The firm offers a supportive culture, progression opportunities, and a hybrid working model.