Contentious Probate Solicitor
Guildford
Permanent
Legal
Private Practice Law Firms
£45,000.00 - £75,000.00Year
Job Advert: Contentious Probate Solicitor
Location: Guildford Salary: £Competitive Type: Permanent, Full Time
About the Role:
Our client is seeking an Associate (Solicitor or Legal Executive) to join their esteemed Private Wealth Disputes Team in Guildford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional looking to develop within a supportive and human-focused environment.
About Us:
Formed from a merger in 2020, our client is recognised as a leading law firm, committed to being the best regional firm to work for. With a strong emphasis on career development, they offer high-quality work, long-term opportunities, and a culture that prioritises the well-being of their employees. They have been featured in The Times' Best Law Firms 2024 and consistently receive accolades in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.
Team Overview:
The Private Wealth Disputes Team, led by a distinguished Partner, is known for its excellence in managing disputes related to wills, trusts, and estates. They focus on providing empathetic and tailored support to clients facing challenging situations, ensuring they feel guided and supported throughout the dispute process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage your own caseload of diverse private wealth dispute matters.
- Assist senior team members with complex cases.
- Take on day-to-day responsibilities under senior supervision.
- Support and mentor less experienced colleagues, including Trainees and Newly Qualified Solicitors.
- Participate in marketing and business development efforts, contributing to the strategic direction of the team.
What We're Looking For:
- A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in Private Wealth Disputes or a mixed caseload that includes this area.
- Ideally, candidates will have 2-4 years of PQE, but we value experience over PQE alone.
- A passion for helping clients and strong communication skills are essential.
- Experience or interest in marketing and business development is advantageous.
- A willingness to embrace a flexible working arrangement, combining office and home working.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your career in a specialist area of law. The successful candidate will receive ongoing professional development and the chance to play a significant role in a dynamic team. Our client is committed to a human-first approach, ensuring that your career growth is a priority.
Benefits:
- 28 days of annual leave.
- Private medical insurance.
- Income protection and life assurance.
- Firmwide bonus scheme.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a firm that values your professional journey, we encourage you to apply. For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Manager for an informal discussion.
Join Us:
Become part of a forward-thinking organisation that values its employees and strives to create a supportive, engaging workplace. We look forward to receiving your application.
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.
Contentious Probate Solicitor
LHH
1 days ago
£45,000.00 - £75,000.00Year
Permanent
Legal
Private Practice Law Firms
Guildford
Job Advert: Contentious Probate Solicitor
Location: Guildford Salary: £Competitive Type: Permanent, Full Time
About the Role:
Our client is seeking an Associate (Solicitor or Legal Executive) to join their esteemed Private Wealth Disputes Team in Guildford. This is a fantastic opportunity for a qualified professional looking to develop within a supportive and human-focused environment.
About Us:
Formed from a merger in 2020, our client is recognised as a leading law firm, committed to being the best regional firm to work for. With a strong emphasis on career development, they offer high-quality work, long-term opportunities, and a culture that prioritises the well-being of their employees. They have been featured in The Times' Best Law Firms 2024 and consistently receive accolades in the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners.
Team Overview:
The Private Wealth Disputes Team, led by a distinguished Partner, is known for its excellence in managing disputes related to wills, trusts, and estates. They focus on providing empathetic and tailored support to clients facing challenging situations, ensuring they feel guided and supported throughout the dispute process.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage your own caseload of diverse private wealth dispute matters.
- Assist senior team members with complex cases.
- Take on day-to-day responsibilities under senior supervision.
- Support and mentor less experienced colleagues, including Trainees and Newly Qualified Solicitors.
- Participate in marketing and business development efforts, contributing to the strategic direction of the team.
What We're Looking For:
- A qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in Private Wealth Disputes or a mixed caseload that includes this area.
- Ideally, candidates will have 2-4 years of PQE, but we value experience over PQE alone.
- A passion for helping clients and strong communication skills are essential.
- Experience or interest in marketing and business development is advantageous.
- A willingness to embrace a flexible working arrangement, combining office and home working.
Why Join Us?
This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your career in a specialist area of law. The successful candidate will receive ongoing professional development and the chance to play a significant role in a dynamic team. Our client is committed to a human-first approach, ensuring that your career growth is a priority.
Benefits:
- 28 days of annual leave.
- Private medical insurance.
- Income protection and life assurance.
- Firmwide bonus scheme.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and join a firm that values your professional journey, we encourage you to apply. For more information about this opportunity, please reach out to the Talent Acquisition Manager for an informal discussion.
Join Us:
Become part of a forward-thinking organisation that values its employees and strives to create a supportive, engaging workplace. We look forward to receiving your application.
LHH is an employment consultancy that believes in talent, not labels. It is important to us that we run inclusive recruitment processes to support candidates of all abilities and encourage applicants of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply. LHH is committed to building an inclusive, supportive environment to enable candidates to explore the next steps in their careers. If you require reasonable adjustments at any stage, please let us know and we will be happy to support you.