Contentious Probate Solicitor
- Work under the mentorship of a nationally recognised contentious probate specialist
- Grow your career in a Legal 500 team with a strong development culture
- Real progression and exposure to complex, high-value matters
This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior solicitor or paralegal with a genuine interest in contentious probate to work closely with one of the most respected specialists in the field.
You’ll join a well-established litigation team and benefit from first-class training, client exposure, and the chance to build a long-term career in one of the fastest-growing areas of law.
Whether you’ve had a seat in contentious probate or you’ve touched on it in a broader litigation role and want to specialise, this team is ready to invest in your development.
Who we’re looking for
- Solicitor (ideally NQ–3 PQE) or paralegal with 6+ months’ contentious probate experience
- Interest in specialising and building a career in this niche area of law
- Good general litigation experience
- Excellent client care, organisation, and communication skills
- Proactive, collaborative, and keen to learn
What you’ll be doing
- Assisting on contentious probate files and gradually building your own caseload
- Liaising with clients, executors, beneficiaries, and third parties
- Drafting legal documents and maintaining accurate records
- Progressing cases under supervision, with growing autonomy over time
- Contributing to team billing targets and supporting the wider litigation team
- Participating in training and development to sharpen your skills
Salary & Benefits
- Salary: Competitive and flexible depending on experience
- Holiday: 25 days + statutory + birthday off + long service holiday
- Additional perks:
- Health scheme
- Two annual (non-contractual) bonuses
- Life admin half-days
- Pension scheme
- Regular social events and team support
- Working model:
- Hybrid working (Louisa is in-office 1–2 days per week)
- Office base working
- Open to part-time or flexible working
Contact Bill
If you’re a junior lawyer with a genuine interest in contentious probate and you want to grow in a collaborative, supportive firm, this could be your next step.
📩 bill.szajna-hopgood@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Key details
Salary
£35,000 - £45,000
Location
- West Yorkshire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-53479
Specialist for Private Client, Court of Protection and Contentious Probate lawyers in Yorkshire.
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