At a Glance
- Tasks: Join a specialist team focusing on contentious probate and estate disputes.
- Company: Dynamic law firm in Berkshire with a supportive culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to build expertise.
- Other info: Inclusive environment encouraging diverse applicants and career growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in a niche area of law while growing your career.
- Qualifications: 3-5 years in civil litigation, preferably with contentious probate experience.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
JOB TITLE: Solicitor – Contentious Probate PQE REQUIRED: 3 - 5 LOCATION: Berkshire THE ROLE: A specialist Will Disputes and Contentious Probate team is seeking a litigation solicitor to join its growing practice.
The role will focus solely on contentious probate work, covering a broad mix of disputes arising from estates and trusts.
This will include claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act, challenges to the validity of wills, executor and administrator disputes, estate administration issues, Court of Protection matters and trust-related litigation.
The successful candidate will manage their own caseload while also contributing to larger, more complex matters alongside colleagues across both contentious and private client teams.
The position offers close support and technical guidance within a well-established specialist team, alongside opportunities to build expertise in this niche area.
Applicants will typically have between three and five years’ experience in civil litigation, with exposure to contentious probate work.
Candidates from a broader litigation background with a genuine interest in this area will also be considered.
This role would suit a motivated solicitor looking to develop a long-term career in contentious private client work within an expanding practice. e NL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission.
As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days.
If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
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At e NL we value diversity and inclusion.
We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate
Solicitor - Contentious Probate in Reading employer: Executive Network Legal Limited
Executive Network Legal Limited is an exceptional employer that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With a strong focus on hybrid working, competitive salaries, and comprehensive benefits, including generous annual leave and wellness support, the firm fosters a collaborative and dynamic work culture where experienced solicitors can thrive and make a meaningful impact in the field of dispute resolution.
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