Private Client Locum

Sellick Partnership; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Leeds seeks an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join as a locum. The role involves preparing and reviewing wills, handling estate administration, and advising on wealth management strategies. Candidates must be qualified solicitors with proven expertise in related fields.

Qualifications

• Experience in wills, probate, trusts, and estate administration is crucial.
• Strong understanding of inheritance tax and law related to estates.
• Accurate and compliant document drafting is essential.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and review wills for clients according to legal requirements.
• Administer estates, including obtaining grants of probate and distributing assets.
• Advise on trust structures and inheritance tax planning.

Skills

Analytical skills

Legal drafting

Reviewing legal files

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

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Salary: Competitive, based on experience

Job Description: A well-established law firm in Leeds is looking for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join the team on a locum basis ASAP.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review wills, ensuring they reflect the client's wishes and comply with legal requirements.
• Handle the administration of estates, including obtaining grants of probate, distributing assets, and resolving any related issues.
• Advise clients on trust structures, inheritance tax planning, and other aspects of wealth management and preservation.
• Draft and advise on lasting powers of attorney for property, financial affairs, and health and welfare.

Requirements:

Qualified Solicitor with solid experience in areas such as wills, probate, trusts, inheritance tax, powers of attorney, and estate administration.

In-depth understanding of laws related to estate planning, tax, inheritance, and trust law.

High level of accuracy in drafting documents and reviewing legal files, ensuring all information is correct and compliant.

• Strong analytical skills to identify and address legal issues and disputes relating to estates, trusts, and wills.

For more information, please contact Amie Foley at Sellick Partnership, or apply within.

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