Solicitor - Contentious Probate

Black & White Recruitment; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in the UK is seeking an experienced Contentious Probate Solicitor to join their fully remote team. You will manage a diverse caseload of contentious probate and trust matters, working closely with senior lawyers on high-value disputes. This role offers a competitive salary and performance-related bonus, along with ongoing professional development and a supportive culture.

Benefits

Fully remote working

Flexible hours

Performance-related bonus

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE in contentious probate or trust litigation.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Motivated by autonomy and flexible working.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on contentious probate and estate disputes.
• Manage a varied caseload efficiently and proactively.
• Draft legal documents and represent clients in court.

Skills

Contentious probate experience

Trust litigation experience

Client relationship management

Dispute resolution skills

Excellent communication skills

Drafting legal documents

Job description

Job Description: Contentious Probate Solicitor

Location: Remote (UK-based)
Salary: £45-60k (DOE) + Benefits
Contract: Full-time, Permanent

About the Firm

This opportunity is with a progressive, award-winning law firm recognised in the Legal 500 for its excellence across private client and dispute resolution work. The firm is known for combining a modern, tech-enabled approach with traditional client care values offering lawyers the tools and freedom to deliver exceptional service, wherever they are based.

With continued growth in its private client division, the firm is now seeking a talented Contentious Probate Solicitor to join the team on a fully remote basis. You’ll be joining an established practice with a strong national client base and genuine career progression opportunities.

The Role

You’ll manage a diverse caseload of contentious probate and trust matters, working closely with senior lawyers and partners on complex, high-value disputes.

Key areas of work include:

• Contested wills and inheritance disputes

• Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975

• Executor, trustee, and beneficiary disputes

• Challenges based on undue influence or lack of capacity

• Disputes involving estate administration, trusts, and proprietary estoppel

You will have the autonomy to handle your own cases from instruction to resolution, supported by a friendly and highly experienced remote team.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on all aspects of contentious probate and estate disputes

• Manage a varied caseload efficiently and proactively

• Draft legal documents, pleadings, and correspondence

• Represent clients in mediations, negotiations, and court proceedings

• Contribute to business development initiatives and thought leadership in this growing practice area

• Uphold the firm’s high professional and ethical standards in all client dealings

About You

We’re looking for a solicitor who is:

• 3+ years PQE (flexible depending on experience)

• Experienced in contentious probate and/or trust litigation

• Skilled in client relationship management and dispute resolution

• Confident working independently and collaboratively in a remote team

• Technically strong, with excellent communication and drafting skills

• Motivated by autonomy, flexibility, and professional growth

STEP or ACTAPS membership (or a willingness to work toward it) would be an advantage but is not essential.

What’s on Offer

• Fully remote working (UK-based) with flexible hours

• Competitive salary + performance-related bonus

• Interesting, complex national caseload

• Supportive, forward-thinking culture with modern systems and processes

• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities

How to Apply

If you’re a Contentious Probate Solicitor looking for a fully remote role with a respected, modern Legal 500 firm that truly values flexibility and excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

Please apply with your CV to [e-mail]