We have an exciting opportunity for a Solicitor (NQ to 3-year PQE) to join our growing Contentious Probate Team in Norwich. This is great opportunity for someone who has the drive and enthusiasm to further their career, who will manage their own caseload, assist senior members of the team and play a key role in a collaborative, forward-thinking team. You will be based in Norwich but work closely with the wider team. Some of the duties relevant to this role are listed below: • Advise and assist clients in relation to their matters, ensure a high level of client service is maintained at all times and that the client’s aims are met (subject to professional and regulatory requirements). • Manage a varied caseload of high-quality contentious probate matters, including disputes between beneficiaries, executors, and trustees. • Prepare and review legal documents ahead of court hearings. • Ensure compliance with all file management processes, including those related to file audits. • Work as a team with colleagues in promoting the interests of Howes Percival. • Comply with all legislative and regulatory requirements. • Advise on contentious aspects of administration of estates and trusts. • Work closely with senior colleagues on complex matters and business development initiatives. • Manage client cases from start to finish, with appropriate supervision and support. If you're curious to read more about this role, please download the Job Description on the right hand side of this page. A little about you: • Ability to confidently manage cases, with the necessary support and supervision provided. • Use your own judgement in terms of strategy. • Identify the legal principles relevant to the case and apply them appropriately. • Use experience to check the information provided. • Go the extra mile and produce good quality work. • Approachable and able to develop and build relationships with clients and colleagues. • Possess excellent client care, communication and organisational skills. About You About Us At Howes Percival, we are driven by a commitment to our clients and a passion for achieving their goals. With a rich heritage spanning over 200 years, we have evolved into a leading law firm with a reputation for delivering exceptional results across a wide range of practice areas. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers who combine deep industry knowledge with innovative thinking to provide strategic advice and tailored solutions to our diverse client base. As an employer, we value talent, diversity, and collaboration. We foster a supportive and inclusive culture where every team member is empowered to thrive and make a meaningful impact. Joining Howes Percival means being part of a dynamic growing and forward-thinking firm dedicated to excellence in legal practice and client service. Below are some other reasons that help us in our mission to be a place where people want to work and enjoy working: We achieved a three-star ‘World Class’ accreditation in the top 75 “Best Companies” (formerly The Sunday Times Best Companies Awards) and ranked 5 th in the top 75 “UK's Best Large Companies to Work For” category for 2025. We have been ranked 1 Best Law Firm to work for in the UK by Best Companies for 2025 and 1 company in the East Midlands region. We have been accredited with “Investors in People” since 1996 and were shortlisted for Employer of the Year in 2023. Our lawyers come from a variety of backgrounds, many from larger and City firms, some from in-house – we all share the same Howes Percival DNA and all of this rich experience is there for you to learn from. We offer a wide range of benefits for all our valued employees including (but not limited to); Perks at Work discounts, profit share scheme and discretionary bonus, 25 days holiday entitlement, one paid ‘charity day’ per year, comprehensive private medical cover, plus a well being calendar with a wide range of regular events.