Contentious Probate Solicitor

Working on behalf of a well established firm, I am looking for a Contentious Probate expert!

Before you read on - there is the option to work 4 days a week and not 5 and on a hybrid arrangement!

You will have ideally gained 5 years experience in Contentious Probate matters and/or Litigation.

Your main purpose will be to:

• Manage a caseload of contentious probate matters, including will disputes, claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, and property trust disputes (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996)
• Conduct legal research and analysis to assess the merits of client's cases and develop effective legal strategies.
• Draft pleadings, witness statements, and other court documents.
• Represent clients in negotiations, mediation's, and alternative dispute resolution proceedings to achieve favourable settlements.
• Advocate for clients in court hearings, trials, and appeals, presenting compelling arguments and evidence on their behalf.
• Provide ongoing advice and support to clients throughout the litigation process, addressing their concerns and keeping them informed of developments in their cases.
• Collaborate with colleagues and external experts, such as barristers and forensic accountants, to strengthen client's positions and achieve successful outcomes.
• Stay abreast of developments in contentious probate law and procedural rules, maintaining a high level of expertise in the field.

Your role will be to:

• manage own clients or those delegated from a Head of Department, reporting as to progress of cases as required.
• follow internal methods, systems and procedures, as set out in the Firm Manual or handbook to include any quality assurance standards (L'excel).
• keep up to date with the legal and other changes in any area of specialisation, maintaining service quality
• attend in-house training lectures and departmental meetings
• comply with the SRA Training regulations and continuing learning policies..

In return you will receive:

• Hybrid working
• 20 days holiday (negotiable), plus the bank holiday rising to 25
• Pension
• Private Medical Insurance
• Bonus scheme

Randstad Business Support acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Randstad Business Support is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merits alone.