Private Client Associate Solicitor

Lawfront (Lawfront Group Limited); Nottingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave + bank holidays

Private Medical Insurance

Pension

Discounts on selected legal services

Hybrid working after probation

Job summary

Nelsons, now part of Lawfront, invites applications for a Private Client Senior Solicitor based in Nottingham. You will manage wills, probate, LPAs and administration of estates, advising clients with a focus on service excellence. The role offers a supportive team, ongoing development, and hybrid working after probation.

The successful candidate will have 1–3 years PQE in private client law, strong client care, and meticulous drafting skills. Applications from other offices are welcome.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years PQE in Private Client Law.
• Excellent client care and communication skills.
• Strong technical and drafting abilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advice on Wills, Probate, LPAs and Administration of Estates.
• Manage a varied private client caseload with high service standards.
• Draft and review wills, trust deeds and powers of attorney.
• Advise on tax planning and inheritance tax matters.
• Administer estates and guide probate processes.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships.
• Keep up to date with changes in private client law.
• Support department and participate in business development.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Attention to detail

Job description

Nelsons is one of the largest and fastest growing law firms in the East Midlands with experts in Leicester, Derby and Nottingham.

In 2023, Nelsons became part of Lawfront, a national group of leading regional law firms dedicated to delivering comprehensive legal support to individuals and businesses nationwide.

Committed to strategic growth, Lawfront is aiming to build a group in the top 10 of UK regional law firms. As part of this group, you will be able to benefit from working locally for a well-respected leading law firm whilst accessing the scale, investment resources, expertise and professional development opportunities of a national organisation.

We look to empower our clients, give them a voice, fight for them, help them seek justice and steer them through complex legal issues they face. The desire to push ourselves forwards to better serve our clients has been a constant throughout our evolution.

With a defined vision and plan for growth, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people with ambition, drive and a can-do attitude to be part of our journey.

The successful candidate can expect a competitive package and benefits that you’d expect from a leading regional law firm which is part of a group of national scale.

The role:

We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Private Client Senior Solicitor to join our team. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, providing high-quality legal advice and support to our private clients. This role involves working closely with clients on matters including Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Administration of Estates.

Key Responsibilities:

• Providing expert legal advice on Wills, Probate, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Administration of Estates.
• Managing a diverse caseload with a focus on delivering exceptional client service.
• Drafting and reviewing legal documents, including wills, trust deeds, and powers of attorney.
• Advising clients on tax planning and inheritance tax matters.
• Administering estates and managing the probate process.
• Building and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Keeping up to date with changes in legislation and best practices in private client law.
• Collaborating with colleagues to ensure a seamless service delivery.
• Supporting the department and participating in business development and networking activities

The Successful Candidate:

We are looking for individuals ideally with 1 to 3 years PQE experience in Private Client Law and proven ability to manage a varied caseload effectively. Successful candidates will possess excellent client care skills, be technically strong and have a keen eye for detail and a high level of accuracy in their work.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills along with a client-focused approach with a commitment to delivering outstanding service is essential.

Although advertised as a vacancy in Nottingham, we are happy to accept applications from candidates wishing to work from any of our offices and will accommodate this for you.

What We Offer:

With a defined vision and growth plan on track, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people who have a can-do attitude to be part of our journey and vision.

• A supportive and inclusive team environment with genuine opportunities for progression.
• Ongoing training and development, with attendance at meeting and in person client contact where appropriate

As part of this role, you be given all the tools to succeed and can expect dedicated training, professional support and a host of benefits.

The extras:

• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and holiday purchase
• Private Medical Insurance
• Pension
• Discounts on selected legal service
• Hybrid Working following successful probationary period

With a defined vision and growth plan on track, we have created a culture of working together to achieve and are looking to recruit people who have a can-do attitude to be part of our journey and vision.