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Contentious Probate Solicitor (NQ:4 PQE), Cardiff, GBP Competitive + Excellent Benefits
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Contentious Probate Solicitor or Legal Executive to join a nationally recognised team with an outstanding reputation for handling high-quality private client disputes. This is an excellent role for an ambitious lawyer looking to develop their expertise within a supportive and collaborative environment.
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The Role
Joining a thriving and well-established Contentious Probate team, you will advise on a broad range of disputes involving wills, trusts, and estates. Your caseload will include:
- Inheritance Act claims
- Challenges to the validity of wills
- Disputes concerning the administration of estates
- Breaches of trust
- Applications relating to the removal of executors and trustees
Working alongside experienced practitioners, you will manage your own matters while benefiting from exposure to complex and high-value disputes, including those involving high-net-worth individuals. You will also be encouraged to take an active role in business development and contribute to the continued success of the team.
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The Candidate
Applications are welcomed from Solicitors and Chartered Legal Executives with up to four years PQE and experience in contentious probate matters, including candidates who have gained this experience during their training contract. You will possess:
- Strong technical and drafting skills
- Confidence in managing your own caseload
- Excellent client care
- Commercial awareness
- A proactive approach
- The ability to build strong relationships with both clients and colleagues
You will also have a genuine desire to continue developing your expertise and progress your career within a leading specialist team.
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The Firm
This highly regarded national law firm is recognised for the quality of its private client practice and its commitment to developing talented lawyers. Offering excellent quality work, structured career progression, and a supportive culture, the firm provides an environment where you can build your expertise while working alongside some of the most respected contentious probate specialists in the country.
How
Contact Penny Trotman at eNL on 454 or email with your CV, or call for a confidential discussion about this opportunity or other Contentious Probate roles available across the UK.
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