Private Client Solicitor

Sellick Partnership (Legal) Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected legal practice in Colchester is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to manage inheritance disputes and support various private client services. The role offers autonomy in file management and opportunities for professional growth within a supportive team. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with experience in contentious probate and a commitment to high-quality client service.

Benefits

Generous and uncapped bonus structure

Professional development opportunities

Flexible working environment

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive with proven experience in contentious probate.
• Confidence in legal knowledge, ability to work independently, and commitment to delivering high-quality advice.
• Additional experience in tax or trust work would be beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload involving inheritance disputes and contested estate matters.
• Support the private client offering across wills and estate planning.
• Work autonomously to manage files and build client relationships.

Skills

Contentious probate

Legal knowledge

Ability to work independently

Education

Qualified solicitor or legal executive

Job description

Overview

Sellick Partnership is working on behalf of a forward-thinking and respected legal practice seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their established team. This role focuses on contentious probate and offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual to handle a range of complex private client matters. You will take responsibility for a caseload involving inheritance disputes, challenges to wills, and contested estate matters, while also supporting the broader private client offering across wills, LPAs, and estate planning. This is a key position within a supportive team where you will be given the autonomy to manage your own files, build strong client relationships, and contribute to ongoing team growth.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload involving inheritance disputes, challenges to wills, and contested estate matters.
• Support the broader private client offering across wills, lasting powers of attorney (LPAs), and estate planning.
• Work autonomously to manage files, build strong client relationships, and contribute to team growth.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive with proven experience in contentious probate.
• Confidence in legal knowledge, ability to work independently, and commitment to delivering practical, high-quality advice.
• Additional experience in tax or trust work would be beneficial, though not essential.

Benefits and culture

This is a fantastic chance to join a growing team that prioritises professional development, encourages a balanced and flexible working environment, and rewards performance through a generous and uncapped bonus structure.

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Apply Now. For more information, please contact Neave Oseghae or apply within.

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