Contentious Trust & Probate Solicitor - High-Value Disputes

JMC Legal Recruitment; Greater London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal recruitment firm seeks a Contentious Trust & Probate Solicitor with at least 2 years PQE to handle a diverse caseload of disputes. The role promises professional development within a supportive culture focused on collaboration. You will engage with high-value cases and a wide range of clients, applying your expertise in will challenges and trust disputes. An excellent opportunity for motivated solicitors looking to advance their litigation skills in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Private medical insurance

Life insurance & income protection

Contributory pension

Discretionary bonus

Reduced gym membership

Season ticket loan

Additional Christmas leave

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in contentious probate.
• Strong knowledge of wills, trusts, and estate disputes.
• Excellent communication skills and sensitivity to complex family dynamics.
• Proactive and committed to high ethical standards.

Responsibilities

• Manage varied caseload of probate and trust disputes including will challenges and executor disputes.
• Engage in strategy, negotiation and advocacy work.
• Work with diverse clients from high-net-worth estates to vulnerable individuals.

Skills

Contentious probate handling

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Case management

Sensitivity to family dynamics

Education

Solicitor with 2+ years' PQE

ACTAPS membership (or intention)

Job description

A leading legal recruitment firm seeks a Contentious Trust & Probate Solicitor with at least 2 years PQE to handle a diverse caseload of disputes. The role promises professional development within a supportive culture focused on collaboration. You will engage with high-value cases and a wide range of clients, applying your expertise in will challenges and trust disputes. An excellent opportunity for motivated solicitors looking to advance their litigation skills in a dynamic environment.