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Contentious Trusts & Probate Solicitor

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A rare and exciting opportunity has arisen for a 2+PQE Contentious Trusts & Probate Solicitor/Associate to join a full service Legal 500 law firm in the West Midlands. This role is rewarded with a competitive salary and benefits package along with the opportunity to work with a very highly regarded Contentious Probate team.

About the role

The successful Contentious Trusts & Probate Solicitor/Associate will gain exposure to all aspects of contentious trusts and probate work in this role including:

  • High value complex litigation
  • Disputes over wills
  • Financial provision claims
  • Disputes with executors
  • Disputes regarding powers of attorney

About the person

The successful Contentious Probate Solicitor will be a UK qualified solicitor with at least 2 years’ experience gained in this area. However, this is just a guide and candidates with less experience will also be considered if they have a good grounding in Private Client or Litigation matters.

Alongside an exceptional academic record, key skills that you must possess include an eye for detail, the ability to communicate effectively, organisational skills and great client care skills.

About the firm

This firm are very highly regarded in the West Midlands and the Contentious Trusts & Probate team is highly cited in the directories for the quality of its work and experts in the team. The firm has a reputation for encouraging a friendly and supportive environment and they operate a no hierarchy structure with work being allocated evenly.

The firm offer a modern working space and offer hybrid working, currently working 2 days in the office and 3 at home.

For further information on this or other similar roles please contact Laura Gripton at Robert Walters on 0121 260 2512 or email laura.gripton@robertwalters.com

Robert Walters Operations Limited is an employment business and employment agency and welcomes applications from all candidates

Contract Type: FULL_TIME

Specialism: Legal

Focus: Litigation

Industry: Legal

Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Location: Warwickshire

Job Reference: 2TVNHZ-D9A5E135

Date posted: 12 March 2025

Consultant: Laura Gripton

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