Job Title: Wills and Probate Solicitor

Location: Bolton (hybrid working)

Salary: Negotiable, depending on experience

The Opportunity

We are looking for a qualified Solicitor or CILEX professional with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE to join a busy established Wills & Probate team in Bolton.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious, self-motivated individual who is keen to take ownership of their caseload, support and supervise a team, develop their client following and play an important role in the continued development of the office.

The Role

You will manage your own caseload and provide a professional, knowledgeable and compassionate service to clients, including elderly clients and families dealing with bereavement.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Managing a caseload and maintaining accurate case management records
• Advising on and preparing Wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Dealing with Probate and Administration of Estates
• Advising on Court of Protection matters
• Drafting Wills, LPAs and related legal documentation
• Preparing and submitting applications to the Probate Registry
• Advising on matters relating to the Mental Capacity Act
• Working with testamentary trusts and related matters
• Attending clients in nursing homes and private residences when required
• Supervising and supporting team members to ensure a high standard of work
• Maintaining accurate and complete files and meeting all deadlines
• Providing a friendly, professional and client-focused service
• Contributing to your own professional development and the wider development of the team