Your new firmA leading law firm is seeking an Associate to join their well-established Trusts and Estates team in either their Exeter or Bristol office.
Your new roleThis role, with a focus on supporting the department’s non-contentious practice, centres on helping families across generations manage national and international assets, while providing strategic and practical solutions toplex private wealth matters.You’ll advise on wills, succession planning, trusts, probate, estate administration, tax and risk planning, and the structuring of unique assets such as art, heritage, and cultural property. With a client base that includes high net worth individuals, business owners, trustees, and a significant number of farmers and landowners, the caseload is varied and intellectually engaging.What you’ll need to succeedYou will be a highly experienced and aplished Trusts and Estates lawyer, circa 4+PQE, with a strong foundation in private wealth law and a proven ability to build lasting client relationships. You’ll bring ambition, resilience, and a proactive mindset to client engagement, networking, and business development – along with excellentmunication skills and the confidence to handle high levels of responsibility.What you’ll get in return This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected Trusts and Estates team, part of a forward-thinking and collaborative firm known for itsmitment to making a difference. The role offers a supportive environment with a strong emphasis on innovation, career development, and work-life balance.With flexible and hybrid working options available, this position suits both full-time and part-time lawyers – whether you're already in the Southwest or considering relocating to a region known for its quality of life.