Probate Lawyer

Zero Surplus; Bishop's Stortford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris, Cuffaro & Nichols in Bishop's Stortford is seeking an experienced Probate Lawyer to join its newly opened office. You will manage a varied probate and private client caseload, advising clients with sensitivity and clarity throughout the process.

The role targets a solicitor or legal professional with strong probate experience, offering a supportive environment, opportunity to contribute to the growth of the new office and clear career development.

Qualifications

• Previous experience handling probate and estate administration matters.
• Strong communication and client-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage a caseload with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of probate and estate administration matters from instruction through to completion.
• Advising clients on probate and estate administration matters.
• Preparing and submitting applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration.
• Dealing with the administration and distribution of estates.
• Preparing relevant legal documentation and correspondence.
• Liaising with beneficiaries, executors, financial institutions and other professional advisers.
• Providing clear, sensitive and professional advice to clients.
• Managing matters efficiently while ensuring a high level of client service.

Skills

Probate experience

Client-facing skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Are you an experienced Probate Lawyer looking for a new opportunity within a growing law firm?

Would you like to join a newly opened Bishop's Stortford office and play a key role in its development?

Are you looking for a client-focused role where you can take ownership of your own caseload?

About the Role

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Probate Lawyer to join a well-established and respected law firm at its newly opened Bishop's Stortford office.

The successful candidate will join a growing team and be responsible for managing a varied caseload of probate and private client matters, providing clear and practical advice to clients throughout what can often be a sensitive and complex process.

This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor or legal professional with strong probate experience who is looking to join a supportive environment while having the opportunity to make a real impact within a developing office.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of probate and estate administration matters from instruction through to completion.
• Advising clients on a range of probate and estate administration matters.
• Preparing and submitting applications for Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration.
• Dealing with the administration and distribution of estates.
• Preparing relevant legal documentation and correspondence.
• Liaising with beneficiaries, executors, financial institutions and other professional advisers.
• Providing clear, sensitive and professional advice to clients.
• Managing matters efficiently while ensuring a high level of client service.

About You

We are looking for someone with strong probate experience who is confident managing their own caseload and dealing directly with clients.

You will ideally have:

• Previous experience handling probate and estate administration matters.
• Strong technical knowledge of probate and private client work.
• Excellent communication and client-management skills.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational abilities.
• The confidence to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision.
• A professional, empathetic and client-focused approach.
• The ambition to develop and progress within a growing legal practice.

About the Company

You will be joining Harris, Cuffaro & Nichols, an established law firm with a strong reputation for providing high-quality, client-focused legal services.

With the opening of its new Bishop's Stortford office, the firm is continuing to expand its presence and offers an exciting opportunity for an experienced Probate Lawyer to join at an important stage of its growth.

What's on Offer?

• 40,000 - 50,000 salary, depending on experience.
• Opportunity to join a newly opened Bishop's Stortford office.
• A varied probate and private client caseload.
• Supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent career development opportunities.
• The opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a new office.