Contentious Probate Solicitor (5+ PQE)
Liverpool | Hybrid Working |
£50,000 - £55,000
Clarke Legal Specialists are delighted to be working in partnership with a highly respected Liverpool law firm as they continue to invest in the growth of their Private Client department.
This isn't simply another Contentious Probate vacancy.This is an opportunity to join a genuinely growing team where you'll play an important role in helping shape the future of the department.
You'll work closely with experienced colleagues, deal with high-quality work from day one and have the opportunity to influence the continued development of the team.If you're an experienced Contentious Probate Solicitor looking for a fresh challenge with real long-term prospects, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
You'll manage your own varied caseload of contentious probate and inheritance disputes, including:
- Will disputes and challenges
- Inheritance Act claims
- Executor and trustee disputes
- Estate administration disputes
- Mediation and negotiated settlements
- Litigation where required
This is a client-facing role requiring someone who is confident managing matters independently while delivering exceptional client care throughout. Court experience is highly desirable, as is the confidence to deal with matters from instruction through to resolution.
What We're Looking For
- Qualified Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE
- Strong Contentious Probate experience
- Experience managing your own caseload
- Previous court attendance/litigation experience
- Excellent drafting and advocacy skills
- Commercially minded with strong client care skills
- Organised, proactive and solutions-focused
Why This Opportunity?
What really sets this role apart is the chance to become part of a department that's expanding. The successful candidate won't just be joining an established team they'll have the opportunity to contribute towards its future growth, work alongside experienced lawyers and genuinely make their mark. If you're someone who enjoys building something rather than simply maintaining it, this could be the perfect move.
Benefits
- Salary of £50,000 - £55,000
- Hybrid working following probation
- Genuine career progression
- Opportunity to help grow an expanding department
- Supportive and collaborative working environment
- 25 days annual leave plus Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown
If you're considering your next move in Contentious Probate and would like a confidential conversation, please apply today or contact Peter Clarke at Clarke Legal Specialists for further information.
Pay: £50,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Private dental insurance
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Liverpool L9 4ST