Private Client Solicitor

JR United Kingdom; Greater Lincolnshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A SRA-regulated legal firm in Grantham is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to manage a varied caseload, including wills and probate matters. The role offers substantial growth opportunities within a supportive team environment. Candidates should have at least 3 years PQE in Private Client law and strong client relationship skills. This is an excellent chance to advance your legal career with a firm entering an exciting new chapter.

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in Private Client law.
• Proven expertise in wills, LPAs, inheritance tax, probate, and estates involving APR/BPR.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Drafting legal documents for wills, lasting powers of attorney, and estate planning.
• Managing your own caseload, including probate matters and inheritance tax planning.
• Meeting clients to provide clear, confident legal advice.

Skills

Private Client law experience

Drafting legal documents

Client relationship management

Strong IT skills

Communication skills

Tools

MS Office

Case management systems

Job description

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Location: Grantham (with travel to client sites)

Experience: 3+ years PQE

Licence: Full UK driving licence required

Join Duncan & Toplis Legal Services – Part of a Growing, Forward-Thinking Group

Duncan & Toplis Legal Services is an SRA-regulated firm and part of the wider Duncan & Toplis group, including Castlegate, Beavis Morgan, BM Connect and more. With our centenary just around the corner, we’re backed by significant investment and a strategic growth plan, including mergers and acquisitions. This means more opportunities, more collaboration, and more client work – all within a supportive, team-focused environment.

We are seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join our expanding legal team. This is a varied and rewarding role where you will manage your own caseload and play an active role in business development, benefiting from strong internal referrals across our group.

What you’ll be doing:

• Drafting legal documents for wills, lasting powers of attorney, and estate planning.
• Managing your own caseload, including probate matters and inheritance tax planning.
• Handling estates involving APR (Agricultural Property Relief) and BPR (Business Property Relief).
• Preparing and submitting IHT paperwork to HMRC and the Probate Registry.
• Meeting clients to provide clear, confident legal advice.
• Supporting and mentoring other team members.
• Building strong relationships with clients and colleagues, helping to grow our Private Client practice.

About you:

• 3+ years PQE in Private Client law.
• Proven expertise in wills, LPAs, inheritance tax, probate, and estates involving APR/BPR.
• Excellent drafting and communication skills.
• Able to manage your workload independently while contributing to team targets.
• Strong IT skills, including MS Office and case management systems.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel to our offices and client sites.
• A culture that champions talent and invests in career growth.
• Access to high-quality client work through our extensive group network.
• A collaborative, team-focused approach – we grow together.
• The opportunity to be part of a respected firm entering an exciting new chapter.

If you’re an ambitious Private Client Solicitor looking to make an impact within a forward-thinking firm, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today and take the next step in your legal career with Duncan & Toplis Legal Services.