Contentious Probate Paralegal
Develop your legal career in our growing Contentious Probate team. This is an exciting opportunity to join a highly regarded team acting on a broad range of contentious probate, trust and inheritance disputes. You'll gain hands-on experience supporting complex and sensitive matters while working alongside experienced legal professionals who are committed to your development.
About Herrington Carmichael
Herrington Carmichael LLP isn't your average law firm. We're a Top Tier Legal 500 and The Times Best Law Firms recognised practice, combining over 180 years of heritage with a modern, ambitious approach to delivering full-service legal solutions for businesses, families, and individuals. With over 230 people we're known for our commitment to growth, building lasting relationships, fostering collaboration, and striving for excellence in everything we do.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Paralegal to join our Contentious Probate team in Farnborough. You will provide fee-earning support across a varied caseload of disputes involving wills, estates, trusts and inheritance claims.
This role offers excellent exposure to contentious probate work and would suit someone looking to develop their litigation career within a supportive and collaborative environment.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Assisting with contentious probate matters, including will validity disputes, Inheritance Act claims, executor and trustee disputes, and trust-related litigation.
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Drafting legal documentation, correspondence, witness statements, court forms and instructions to counsel and experts.
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Reviewing and summarising key case documents, including wills, trust documents, medical records, financial information and estate accounts.
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Supporting disclosure exercises, document management and trial preparation, including electronic and hard-copy bundles.
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Assisting with court applications, procedural compliance and monitoring key deadlines.
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Acting as a point of contact for clients, providing updates and helping to manage queries with professionalism and empathy.
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Liaising with barristers, experts, executors, beneficiaries, trustees and other third parties.
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Recording time, supporting billing processes and maintaining accurate case files.
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Contributing to business development activities through legal updates, marketing initiatives and networking opportunities.
About You
We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and eager to develop their legal career in contentious probate.
Ideally, you will have:
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Previous experience in contentious probate, litigation or dispute resolution.
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Experience within Private Wealth and Inheritance matters (advantageous).
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A law degree (LLB) or equivalent qualification.
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An understanding of civil litigation processes and court procedures.
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Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
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Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
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The ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
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Confidence using Microsoft Office applications.
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A professional, empathetic and client-focused approach to sensitive matters.
The Perks
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Competitive salary based on experience.
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Generous Fee Earner bonus.
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Free car parking for your convenience.
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Comprehensive benefits package including PMI, a pension, enhanced maternity and paternity pay, 25 days holiday plus an additional day for Christmas closure and Perkbox benefits.
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The opportunity to learn and grow within a supportive and dynamic team.
Ready to Make a Difference?
We're looking for someone who is passionate about providing exceptional service, excited to be part of a winning team, and embraces our core values of Growth, Relationships, Ambition, Collaboration, and Excellence.
If that sounds like you, please apply via our website.
Herrington Carmichael is dedicated to fostering a workplace that celebrates diversity and promotes equal opportunities for all, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, religion, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to fair and transparent recruitment processes. Reasonable adjustments for applicants with disabilities are available upon request. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce drives innovation and success.
