Lawyer – Contentious Probate

Pinney Talfourd LLP; Brentwood; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Death in service (2-4x salary)

Quarterly bonus scheme

Comprehensive health insurance

Structured career progression

Free parking

25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays

Discounted financial advice services

Financial support for exams and career development

Discounted legal services for family and friends

Job summary

Pinney Talfourd LLP in Brentwood is seeking a talented Lawyer to join their Contentious Probate team. The role involves advising clients on contested Wills and probate, managing cases, and engaging in marketing and business development. You will be part of a leading legal team recognized in the UK, focusing on providing tailored advice. The position offers numerous benefits, including health insurance, a bonus scheme, and structured career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience advising on all aspects of contested Wills and probate.
• Ability to manage your own cases with appropriate supervision.
• Mindset focused on finding solutions and client interests.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on contested Wills and probate issues.
• Participate in marketing and business development activities.
• Build and develop relationships with existing and potential clients.

Skills

Excellent working knowledge of contested Wills and probate

Clear and confident communication

Relationship building with clients

Proactive attitude

Job description

The Contentious Probate team at Pinney Talfourd is recognised as one of the leading legal teams in the UK, proudly ranked in theLegal 500 for our expertise in this area. Our Contentious Probate Lawyers have significant experience across the full spectrum of Wills and probate claims where they provide clear, concise and practical advice tailored to each our our client’s unique situation.

About you

We are keen to hear from a talented and ambitious Lawyer to be part of our Contentious probate team and are looking for someone with experience advising upon all aspects of contested Wills and probate

You will possess an excellent working knowledge and understanding of practice areas and be familiar with running and managing your own cases with appropriate supervision. Clear and confident communications are essential, together with the ability to develop relationships with clients.

As part of your role you will be required to take part in and initiate marketing, networking, and other business development activities in order to maintain and develop work from both existing and potential clients.

A proactive attitude that puts the client’s interests first, and a mindset focused on finding solutions is also key.

This is a fantastic opportunity to build and develop your existing talents within a highly regarded and results driven environment where the company is rapidly expanding across the Essex region.

What we offer

• Excellent quality work
• Death in service (between 2-4x salary depending on position)
• Quarterly bonus scheme based on departmental performance
• Comprehensive health insurance with discounted terms for dependants
• Structured career progression
• Free parking
• Excellent support, supervision and guidance in all aspects of your work
• 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays and birthday), increasing with length of service
• Discounted financial advice services
• Financial and time support for exams and career development
• Discounted legal services for you and your family and friends