NQ Solicitor- Litigation

Yolk Recruitment Ltd; Swansea; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Holiday purchase options

Flexible/hybrid working

Professional development

Structured career progression

Collaborative team environment

Employee benefits package

Job summary

Yolk Legal, Swansea-based law practice, is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its Wills, Trusts & Estate Disputes team. The role offers exposure to contentious private client work and the opportunity to develop expertise alongside experienced practitioners.

Ideal candidates will be England & Wales qualified solicitors with an interest in contentious probate, trusts, estates or private client litigation, plus strong analytical and communication skills, working in a supportive,

Qualifications

• Qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales.
• Interest in contentious probate, trusts, estates and/or private client litigation.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Assisting with and managing contentious probate matters.
• Advising on disputes relating to wills and estates.
• Working on claims under the Inheritance Act.
• Assisting with trust disputes and related contentious matters.
• Undertaking legal research and preparing advice, correspondence and court documentation.
• Supporting negotiations and alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.
• Building strong and trusted relationships with clients.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider private client and litigation teams.
• Contributing to the continued development and growth of the specialist practice.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research skills

Written and verbal communication

Teamwork

Proactive learning

Education

Qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales

Job description

NQ Solicitor - Wills, Trusts & Estate Disputes

Location: Swansea
Level: Newly Qualified Solicitor

Yolk Legal are working with an established and highly regarded law firm, who are looking to appoint a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join its specialist Wills, Trusts & Estate Disputes team in Swansea.

This is an excellent opportunity for an NQ looking to build a career in contentious private client work within a team handling a varied and technically interesting caseload.

You may have gained exposure to contentious probate, private client, litigation or related work during your training contract, or you may simply have a strong interest in developing a career within this specialist area.

The successful candidate will receive strong technical support and the opportunity to develop their own expertise while working alongside experienced practitioners.

The Role

You will work on a broad range of contentious private client matters, advising individuals and families on sensitive and often complex disputes involving estates, trusts and succession.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Assisting with and managing contentious probate matters.
• Advising on disputes relating to wills and estates.
• Working on claims under the Inheritance Act.
• Assisting with trust disputes and related contentious matters.
• Undertaking legal research and preparing advice, correspondence and court documentation.
• Supporting negotiations and alternative dispute resolution where appropriate.
• Building strong and trusted relationships with clients.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the wider private client and litigation teams.
• Contributing to the continued development and growth of the specialist practice.

About You

This opportunity would suit an NQ Solicitor who is genuinely interested in developing a long-term career in Wills, Trusts & Estate Disputes.

You will ideally have:

• Qualified as a Solicitor in England & Wales.
• An interest in contentious probate, trusts, estates and/or private client litigation.
• Relevant experience gained during your training contract, although this is not essential.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.
• The ability to deal sensitively and professionally with clients facing difficult circumstances.
• Strong organisation and attention to detail.
• A proactive approach to learning and professional development.
• The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

The Firm

You will be joining an established, growing legal practice with a strong reputation and a broad client base.

The firm places significant emphasis on developing its people and offers an environment where junior lawyers can gain meaningful responsibility, work closely with experienced colleagues and build their expertise over time.

The culture is collaborative and supportive, with a clear focus on delivering high-quality legal advice alongside excellent client service.

What's on Offer

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Holiday purchase options.
• Flexible/hybrid working.
• Professional development and structured career progression.
• Supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to a range of employee benefits.
• Opportunity to develop a specialist contentious private client practice.

Yolk Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and embraces diversity in our workforce. We employ the best people for the job at hand and actively encourage applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, sexual orientation, disability, educational background, parental status, gender identity or any other protected characteristic.