Contentious Probate Solicitor
Build your career in a specialist contentious probate team where you will handle high-quality litigation work and receive direct support from a Legal 500 recognised leader in the field.
This is a strong opportunity to develop your expertise in will disputes and inheritance claims within a collaborative and growing team in Reading.
In this Contentious Probate Solicitor role, you will manage a varied caseload focused exclusively on contentious probate matters, working both independently and alongside experienced colleagues on more complex cases.
Your day-to-day will include:
* Managing your own caseload of contentious probate and will disputes
* Handling Inheritance Act claims, will validity challenges, and executor disputes
* Supporting on complex estate, trust, and Court of Protection disputes
* Collaborating with colleagues across litigation and private client teams
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We're Looking For:
* Qualified Solicitor with 3-5 years' civil litigation experience
* Experience in contentious probate or a strong interest in specialising in this area
* Ability to manage your own caseload with attention to detail
* Strong communication skills and a client-focused approach
* Willingness to work collaboratively and continue developing your expertise
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What's In It For You:
* Salary: £60,000
* Location: Reading, with hybrid working
* Employment type: Permanent
* 25 days annual leave increasing to 30 with service
* Flexible core working hours to support work-life balance
* Discretionary performance-related bonus scheme
* Enhanced pension, life assurance, and income protection
* Professional fees covered and structured training opportunities
* Access to wellbeing support, virtual GP, fitness programmes, and mental health resource
* Additional benefits including cycle to work scheme, season ticket loans, and shopping discounts
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Apply now for this Contentious Probate Solicitor role
For more information or to apply, please submit a CV, or call 07909400604 for a confidential discussion