We are looking for a Contentious Probate Solicitor, to join the Dispute Resolution team in our Swindon office. This role can also be based from some of our other office as well; Bath, Bristol, Romsey, Ross or Lydney and offers a wonderful opportunity to join an inclusive and friendly team, dealing with a wide range of Disputes. It is anticipated that you will have demonstrable experience of dealing with Contentious Probate mattersand be able to work autonomously, as well as part of a team. Day to day, you will have a varied caseload, including work, arising from a passing, such as:
1. Claims about the validity of wills;
2. Claims for financial provision from an estate from disappointed beneficiaries;
3. Executor and beneficiary disputes;
4. Trust disputes, including removal of Trustee applications
5. Disputes arising from Powers of Attorney
6. Professional negligence claims arising from will drafting, or the administration of the estate.
There will be the opportunity for you to work with other fee earners across other offices, working collaboratively to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients, including our non-contentious private client team. This is an exciting opportunity to help grow this practice area, with plenty of business development opportunities. At Thrings, we’re extremely proud of the relationship we have with our clients and referrers and are seen at their trusted legal partner so it’s important to us we find someone with the right blend of skills to help maintain this and develop business/bringing on new clients. It’s vital that you’re able to deliver exceptional client service at all times, that you’re organised, able to work at pace and deliver to multiple deadlines.
By joining Thrings you are joining a supportive, inclusive firm. With a new world of working flexibly, you can expect that you will be able to work between home and the office. We also offer a great working environment, with hot desking available for when you’re in the office and plenty of social/networking events to get involved with!
In return for your hard work you can expect to receive a variety of benefits for joining Thrings, these can be tailored around the requirements for you and your family including; Private Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Health checks and much more.
If this sounds like an exciting opportunity and you have the experience to join our team then we look forward to hearing from you!