Contentious Probate Solicitor - Salisbury

Chadwick Nott - South West and South Wales; Salisbury; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Salisbury is seeking an experienced Contentious Probate Solicitor to handle a variety of client disputes, including wills, trusts, and estates. Ideal candidates will have 2-6 years’ PQE and possess strong communication skills. This role offers competitive salary, opportunities for career advancement, and a hybrid working environment in a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Real opportunities for career advancement

Comprehensive training and support

Friendly, inclusive culture

Qualifications

• 2-6 years' PQE in contentious trust and probate.
• Strong legal knowledge and technical skillset.
• Commercially minded with an appetite to grow.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead on private client disputes.
• Manage will, trust, and estate-related disputes.
• Contribute to business development and build client relationships.

Skills

Contentious trust and probate experience

First-rate communication skills

Client care abilities

Commercial mindset

Job description

Overview

Contentious Probate Solicitor - Salisbury. Our client are a dynamic, regionally recognised Legal 500 and Chambers-ranked firm with a reputation for excellence in private client and litigation work. Known for their client-first approach, they continue to grow and are now looking for an experienced Contentious Trust and Probate Solicitor to join their thriving team.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor with 2-6 years' PQE to get involved in top-tier work within a supportive team. You'll take the lead on a broad and stimulating range of private client disputes, including:

• Will, trust, and estate-related disputes
• Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
• Challenges around will validity due to lack of capacity or undue influence
• Disputes involving breach of trust or the removal of executors/trustees
• Court of Protection matters

The successful candidate can expect to work with an array of clients including high-net-worth individuals, charities, trustees, and beneficiaries while also contributing to business development and building strong client relationships.

Requirements

• 2-6 years' PQE in contentious trust and probate
• Strong legal knowledge and technical skillset
• First-rate communication and client care abilities
• Commercially minded with an appetite to grow professionally
• Proactive, self-sufficient, and a true team player

In Return

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Real opportunities for career advancement
• Hybrid working available
• Friendly, inclusive culture with strong team values
• Comprehensive training and support for your development

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) [e-mail]

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.