Senior Contested Private Client Lawyer – Hybrid London

Douglas Scott Ltd; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Bonus structure

Home office setup provided

Job summary

Douglas Scott Ltd in London is seeking a Contentious Private Client Lawyer to join a growing Legacy team handling high-value inheritance and estate disputes. You will influence strategy, supervise junior lawyers and develop the private client offering.

The role offers hybrid working, a clear path toward senior leadership, and a generous bonus structure for senior candidates with a strong market reputation. Applicants with 5+ PQE and a proven track record are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales.
• At least 5 years' PQE, with more senior applicants encouraged.
• Strong experience in contentious private client matters.
• Proven expertise in contentious probate, estate disputes and Inheritance Act claims.
• Commercial awareness and an interest in business development.
• A following is not essential but is welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of contentious private client matters from instruction to resolution.
• Advise on Inheritance Act claims, contentious probate, estate disputes and trust disputes.
• Lead negotiations, mediations and litigation strategy.
• Work with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients.
• Help develop and expand the firm's contentious private client offering.
• Build relationships with professional referrers, chambers and intermediaries.
• Support and mentor junior lawyers as the team grows.
• Work from home setup fully provided by the firm, including laptop, screens, mouse, and keyboard.

Skills

Contentious private client

Inheritance Act claims

Estate disputes

Commercial awareness

Business development

Following welcomed

Hybrid working

Education

Solicitor qualification in England & Wales

Job description

Douglas Scott Ltd in London is seeking a Contentious Private Client Lawyer to join a growing Legacy team handling high-value inheritance and estate disputes. You will influence strategy, supervise junior lawyers and develop the private client offering.

The role offers hybrid working, a clear path toward senior leadership, and a generous bonus structure for senior candidates with a strong market reputation. Applicants with 5+ PQE and a proven track record are encouraged to apply.