Job Description Senior Probate Lawyer - Derby
Location: Derby | Salary: Competitive DOE + Excellent Benefits | Full-Time, Permanent
A leading, forward-thinking legal services provider is seeking an experienced Senior Probate Lawyer to take the lead on contentious probate work and help expand a well-regarded Private Client offering. This is a rare opportunity to join a growing national group that combines tradition with innovation, supporting lawyers in delivering excellence to clients across England and Wales.
The Opportunity
This is a senior position suited to a probate litigation specialist who enjoys autonomy, business development, and the chance to shape and grow a department.
You will be responsible for managing a caseload involving contentious trusts and probate matters, as well as contributing to the wider growth of the Wills, Trusts & Probate team.
Key Responsibilities
Handle a range of probate and trust litigation matters, including Court of Protection applications, contested wills, Inheritance Act claims, and related disputes.
Support ongoing development of the private client offering across the firm's Midlands base.
Supervise and support junior colleagues and contribute to departmental strategy.
Maintain compliance with quality and risk management standards.
Play a proactive role in business...