Private Client Solicitor, Newcastle

IPS Group Limited; North East; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal firm in the North East is seeking a Private Client Solicitor with 1-4 years PQE to join its busy team. You will provide advice on wills, trusts, and lifetime planning, manage estates, and prepare lasting powers of attorney. This is an excellent opportunity to work with a diverse client base of mid-level and high net worth individuals in a top-tier firm.

Qualifications

• 1-4 years PQE in private client work.

Responsibilities

• Providing advice on wills, trusts, IHT, and lifetime planning.
• Administering estates and preparing lasting powers of attorney.
• Advising on issues involving the Office of the Public Guardian and the Court of Protection.

Skills

Experience in private client work

Ability to advise on wills and trusts

Understanding of estate administration

Knowledge of lasting powers of attorney

Job description

Legal 500 listed private client department in Newcastle is looking to expand its busy team. The ideal candidate will have 1-4 years PQE and experience in private client work. Responsibilities include providing advice on wills, trusts, IHT, and lifetime planning, administering estates, preparing lasting powers of attorney, and advising on issues involving the Office of the Public Guardian and the Court of Protection. The client base includes a diverse range of mid-level and high net worth individuals. This is a great opportunity to join a top-tier firm.

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