Private Client Disputes Lawyer

IDEX Consulting; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established top-tier Scottish firm is seeking a motivated legal professional with a strong background in dispute resolution. This exceptional role offers the opportunity to work on private wealth disputes, including inheritance and trusts, while collaborating with a talented team. With flexible working arrangements and the option for reduced hours, this position is perfect for those looking to balance their professional and personal lives. The firm values dedication to client outcomes and offers a supportive environment for legal professionals to thrive. If you're passionate about private client law and eager to make a difference, this role is for you.

Qualifications

• Strong background in dispute resolution and private client law.
• Experience managing own caseload and achieving client outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Handle contentious trust and probate litigation cases.
• Collaborate with other legal areas to provide comprehensive advice.

Skills

Contentious trust and probate litigation

Mediation

Arbitration

Dispute resolution

Education

Qualified Solicitor (2 years PQE+)

Job description

This is a new and exceptional role with an established top tier Scottish firm which has enjoyed major success within the Private Client /disputes area.

Our client is very flexible with occasional (once a month) attendance in their offices (Glasgow, Edinburgh or Aberdeen) therefore we are happy to accept applications from candidates based anywhere in the UK that offers convenient travel to any of their Scottish locations. Flexible or reduced hours are also available.

The team has particular expertise in private wealth disputes and acts on behalf of clients throughout the UK and internationally. They cover litigation over inheritance, trusts, landed estates and tax, and contentious trust cases.

Their clients are high net worth individuals, professional trustees and charities and blue chip organisations.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in dispute resolution and interest in private client law.

They are looking for:

1. Experience of contentious trust and probate litigation
2. Experience of mediation, arbitration or other forms of ADR
3. You can manage own caseload and are motivated to find the best outcomes for clients.

The team also works closely with other areas of the business to provide the best possible legal advice to its client base.

Ideally, we are looking for 2 years PQE+ and a solid background in Private Client Disputes Law but if you are a Private Client specialist looking to move into the disputes area or vice versa, please contact me on 07384 795772 / email me on [e-mail].