Civil Litigation / Contentious Probate in London

Job Title: Solicitor – Civil Litigation/Contentious Probate Specialist

Location: Greenwich (Hybrid working options)

Salary: £55,000–£80,000 D.O.E (3–5 years PQE)

Job Type: Permanent / Full-time

The Firm

A specialist law firm with a strong civil litigation practice and a well-established Contentious Probate team, acting on a wide range of complex probate and trust disputes.

The Role

We are seeking a Civil Litigation Solicitor with solid experience in contentious probate to join our team. The role is suited to a solicitor who is comfortable managing probate and trust disputes independently and who has a genuine interest in continuing to specialise in this area.

You will manage your own caseload, advise clients from instruction through to resolution, and contribute to the ongoing growth of the department.

Responsibilities

• Advising and representing clients in contentious probate and related litigation matters, including:
• Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975 claims
• Probate disputes involving testamentary capacity, undue influence, and forgery
• Trust disputes, fraud allegations, and proprietary estoppel claims
• Acting for executors and trustees, including in a neutral capacity
• Drafting pleadings, settlement agreements, and related documentation
• Managing matters through all stages of litigation, including ADR
• Accurate time recording, billing, and fee recovery
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts, and internal teams

Requirements

• 3–5 years’ PQE with demonstrable experience in contentious probate
• Admitted to the Roll of Solicitors with a current practising certificate
• Strong technical knowledge of probate, trust, and estate litigation
• Ability to manage a caseload independently and meet deadlines
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills

What We Offer

• Permanent role with hybrid working
• Supportive team environment with administrative support
• Opportunities for professional development and progression