Contentious Probate Solicitor
- Be the firm’s first dedicated Contentious Probate specialist
- High-quality estate and trust disputes within an established litigation team
- Flexible hybrid working, potentially as little as one day per week in the office
This is a rare opportunity for a 3–5 PQE Contentious Probate Solicitor to step into a role where you will be the go-to specialist in inheritance disputes, supported by a well-regarded wider litigation team.
The firm is award-winning, progressive and well-established. They provide a full range of services to individuals and businesses and are known for delivering expert advice with a practical, empathetic approach.
This role will give you the platform to shape and grow this offering with full internal support.
Who we’re looking for
- 3+ PQE in contentious probate
- Strong experience in inheritance disputes, trusts disputes and ToLATA claims
- Experience of both public and privately funded work
- Excellent drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
- Confident managing a caseload independently
- Empathetic and professional approach when dealing with sensitive matters
- ACTAPS qualification (Desired)
What you’ll be doing
- Advising on Inheritance Act claims, will validity challenges, executor and beneficiary disputes, trust disputes and ToLATA matters
- Managing a caseload from instruction through to settlement or trial
- Drafting witness statements, pleadings, applications and settlement agreements
- Conducting advocacy where appropriate and liaising with counsel for complex hearings
- Acting for both publicly and privately funded clients
- Working as part of the wider litigation team while leading on contentious probate matters
- Helping to shape and grow the firm’s contentious probate offering
Salary & Benefits
- High-quality, varied and often complex contentious probate work
- Opportunity to shape and lead a specialist service line
- Supportive and collaborative litigation team
- Genuine long-term career progression
- Flexible hybrid working, potentially as little as one day per week in the office for the right candidate
- Established, reputable firm with strong regional presence
If you’re looking to step into a role where you won’t just be another fee earner, but the specialist in your field, this is a strong platform.
Contact Kelly Reid
📩 kelly.reid@realmrecruit.com
📞 03300 245 606
Kelly specialises in private client and contentious probate roles across the North West and can provide a confidential discussion about how this compares with other disputes opportunities in the region.
Key details
Salary
£45,000 - £50,000
Location
- Lancashire
Role type
- Hybrid working
Contract type
- Permanent
Practice area
Private Client
Job ref
V-61211
Specialist for private client, Court of Protection and contentious probate in the North West.
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