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The role is based in Liskeard but offers flexibility for remote work. Salary will be commensurate with experience.
Company Overview
Coodes LLP has been named one of the UK’s leading law firms in the 2026 Chambers and Partners Guide, the Chambers High Net Worth Guide, and Legal 500, with top rankings across multiple departments. We’re proud of our Investors in People Silver accreditation, recognising our commitment to supporting long‑term, rewarding careers. Our values of professionalism, integrity, teamwork, fairness, enterprise, and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We foster a collaborative, inclusive environment where everyone’s contribution is valued.
With growing demand for our services, we have an opportunity for a Private Client lawyer to join a team of 16 specialist lawyers with a strong support team who advise clients on all aspects of managing their affairs. The department has been described by Chambers and Partners as “having a substantial regional presence” and “winning plaudits for its wills, trust and probate work” with a “growing Court of Protection and elderly client focus”.
What You Will Do
You will manage a diverse caseload, providing high quality legal advice to clients across all areas of Private Client work. This includes drafting wills, preparing lasting powers of attorney, and managing the administration of estates. You will be supported in developing your legal skills and expertise in advising on tax and succession planning. You will work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to cross‑refer work and support the needs of our clients.
Experience and Qualifications
We welcome applications from solicitors, chartered legal executives, or lawyers with proven experience in a Private Client setting, ideally with 3+ years’ experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Experience
* A thorough knowledge of the legal principles required to draft wills and lasting powers of attorney and deal with the administration of estates.
* Experience handling a varied caseload, including advising on and drafting more complex wills and the administration of taxable estates.
* Exceptional attention to detail.
* The ability to work independently and collaboratively within a supportive team.
* Excellent communication skills with the ability to build and maintain long‑term relationships with clients and provide clear and empathetic advice.
* A willingness and the ability to travel within the county as required.
Additional Benefits
* Group pension plan
* Annual bonus scheme
* Medical cash plan
* Life assurance
* Holiday trading
* Private medical insurance options
* Cycle to work
* Discounted shopping platform
Location
Liskeard ideally, although we are open to discussion regarding which of our eight locations best suits you. In addition to our offices, the firm aims to enable as many staff as possible to incorporate an element of remote work into their working week if they so wish.
Hours
This is a full time position – 35 hours a week Monday to Friday, but we welcome applications from candidates looking for alternative working arrangements.
DBS Screening
This vacancy will be subject to a DBS check.
Job Details
* Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level
* Employment type: Full‑time
* Job function: Legal
* Industries: Legal Services
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