Location: Birmingham
Opportunity to join a highly regarded private client disputes practice
An established and well-respected Legal firm in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Senior Associate or Partner to join its Contentious Trusts & Probate team. This is an excellent opportunity for a senior Lawyer looking to play a key role in a growing disputes practice with strong regional and national recognition.
The Role:
The successful candidate will handle a varied and high-quality caseload of private client disputes, acting for individuals, executors, trustees, and beneficiaries. Matters will include:
1. Challenges to the validity of wills, including issues of capacity and undue influence
2. Disputes involving executors and trustees, including breach of duty and maladministration
3. Inheritance Act claims
4. Estate administration disputes
5. Proprietary estoppel and “broken promise” claims
6. Professional negligence claims arising from will drafting and estate planning
At Partner level, there is scope to contribute to strategic growth, business development, and team leadership. Senior Associates will be given a clear pathway to progression and increased responsibility.
About the Team:
The team is recognised for its technical expertise in complex estate and trust disputes, alongside a strong reputation for client care. The firm places significant emphasis on clear communication, tailored legal strategies, and achieving pragmatic, successful outcomes for clients during often sensitive disputes.
The Ideal Candidate:
7. A qualified Solicitor with strong experience in contentious trusts and probate
8. Senior Associate or Partner level (or ready to step up)
9. Confident managing complex disputes autonomously
10. Strong client-handling and relationship-building skills
11. Commercially minded, with an interest in practice development (particularly at Partner level)
Why Consider This Opportunity?:
12. Join a Legal -recognised disputes practice
13. High-quality, interesting work with genuine autonomy
14. Supportive, collaborative culture
15. Clear progression prospects
16. Competitive remuneration and benefits
This role would suit an ambitious contentious private client Lawyer seeking long-term career development within a respected Birmingham firm.