Solicitor – Contentious Probate – Bristol – Hybrid – Bristol

Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd; West of England; Vor Ort; GBP 55.000 - 65.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid working

Zusammenfassung

Chadwick Nott in Bristol is seeking a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join a high-calibre private wealth disputes team on a hybrid basis. You will handle a varied caseload of contentious probate and trust disputes, advising executors, trustees and beneficiaries while developing cross-border expertise.

The role offers strong support, clear progression and an opportunity to work with leading specialists on high-value disputes, with flexible working arrangements and a supportive culture.

Qualifikationen

• Strong litigation experience required.
• Experience handling contentious probate and trust disputes preferred.
• Advising executors, trustees and beneficiaries on complex matters.

Aufgaben

• Managing a varied caseload of contentious probate and trust disputes.
• Advising on Inheritance Act claims, will validity challenges and proprietary estoppel matters.
• Handling executor, trustee and Court of Protection disputes.
• Building and maintaining strong client and referrer relationships.
• Supporting business development and raising the profile of the practice.

Kenntnisse

Litigation

Contentious probate

Trust disputes

Client relationships

Jobbeschreibung

Solicitor - Contentious Probate - Bristol - Hybrid

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an ambitious and technically strong Contentious Probate Solicitor to join a highly regarded private wealth disputes team in Bristol. This role offers the chance to work on complex, high-value and often sensitive disputes while developing a long-term career within a collaborative and progressive legal environment.

The successful candidate will handle a broad range of contentious trusts and probate matters, acting for individuals, families, executors, trustees and beneficiaries. Working alongside recognised specialists, they will play a key role in delivering exceptional client service while contributing to the continued growth and success of the team.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing a varied caseload of contentious probate and trust disputes
• Advising on Inheritance Act claims, will validity challenges and proprietary estoppel matters
• Handling executor, trustee and Court of Protection disputes
• Building and maintaining strong client and referrer relationships
• Supporting business development and raising the profile of the practice

This position is ideal for a solicitor with strong litigation experience and a genuine interest in private wealth disputes. The team enjoys an excellent reputation for handling complex and high-quality work, including matters with cross-border elements.

In return, the successful candidate will benefit from high levels of support, flexible working arrangements, genuine career progression opportunities and the chance to join a thriving team where initiative, expertise and professional development are actively encouraged.

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*

Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £55000 - £65000 per annum
Location: Bristol, Bristol