Position Title: Senior Associate, Litigation (Contested Probate)Location: Newbury / Thames ValleySalary: £50,000+Reference: BH-37195Work Type: Full-time, PermanentAbout The Firm:My client is a highly reputable Legal 500 law firm recognised for its excellence in legal practice. With a strong leadership team, they offer specialised services across various practice areas, providing a supportive, professional, and collaborative environment.Position Overview:We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate specialising in Contested Probate to join a leading litigation team. This role suits an ambitious solicitor with strong technical skills in contentious probate, ready for increased responsibility, or an experienced practitioner seeking a supportive and challenging new opportunity.Key Responsibilities:
1. Handling a diverse caseload of contested probate matters, including will challenges, claims under the Inheritance Act 1975, and disputes involving estate administration.
2. Providing strategic, sensitive, and confident advice to clients throughout emotionally complex litigation.
3. Managing cases from inception through to trial, including mediation and court proceedings.
4. Collaborating effectively with Private Client and Dispute Resolution colleagues to deliver comprehensive client servic...