Position Title: Senior Associate, Litigation (Contested Probate)
Location: Newbury / Thames Valley
Salary:£50,000+
Reference:BH-37195
Work Type: Full-time, Permanent
About 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:
* Handling a diverse caseload of contested probate matters, including will challenges, claims under the Inheritance Act 1975, and disputes involving estate administration.
* Providing strategic, sensitive, and confident advice to clients throughout emotionally complex litigation.
* Managing cases from inception through to trial, including mediation and court proceedings.
* Collaborating effectively with Private Client and Dispute Resolution colleagues to deliver comprehensive client services.
* Actively engaging in business development activities to enhance the firm's contested probate practice.
* Supporting and mentoring junior team members.
* Building strong and lasting client relationships through clear and personalised communication.
Requirements:
* Solicitor with 5-8 years’ PQE specialising in contested probate.
* ACTAPS or STEP membership, or currently pursuing membership, is essential.
* Demonstrable experience in High Court hearings and trials.
* Proven track record in business development and client generation.
* Supervisory experience preferred.
* Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
* Strong academic background (LLB 2:1 or above).
The Benefits & How to Apply:
* Competitive salary.
* Flexible Leave (Holiday) Policy.
* Pension, life assurance, and private medical insurance.
* Medical health cash plan and wellbeing resources including Virtual GP access.
* Professional development opportunities in a supportive, highly-regarded firm.
Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.
Contact Person: Shabir Jiza
Contact Email: shabir.jiza@law-staff.co.uk
Contact Phone: 01954 208083
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