Dynamic Contentious Probate Solicitor - Growth & Disputes

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment is seeking a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join the Private Client team. You will manage disputes involving Wills, trusts and estates, developing expertise in a supportive environment with career progression opportunities.

The role suits a solicitor with experience in contentious probate, able to handle complex matters independently or with supervision while delivering high-quality, client-focused advice.

Qualifications

• Experience in contentious probate matters and disputes.
• Strong drafting and analytical skills.
• Excellent client-care and empathy in sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of contentious probate and inheritance disputes.
• Advising clients on disputes involving Wills, trusts, estates and inheritance claims.
• Handling claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975.
• Developing practical strategies to resolve disputes, including negotiation and litigation where appropriate.
• Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, referrers and professional contacts.
• Providing clear advice on costs, timescales, risks and the progress of matters.
• Ensuring files are managed efficiently and clients receive regular updates.
• Maintaining high standards of client care, professional conduct and file management.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider Private Client team.
• Participating in networking, marketing and business-development activities.
• Contributing to the continued growth and success of the department.

Skills

Contentious probate

Inheritance disputes

Legal drafting

Client-care

Time management

Education

Solicitor qualification

PQE 2–7 years

Job description

Clear Legal & Financial Recruitment is seeking a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join the Private Client team. You will manage disputes involving Wills, trusts and estates, developing expertise in a supportive environment with career progression opportunities.

The role suits a solicitor with experience in contentious probate, able to handle complex matters independently or with supervision while delivering high-quality, client-focused advice.