NQ Contentious Probate Solicitor

Job Title : NQ - 3 PQE Contentious Probate Solicitor Salary : £40K - £50K Hours : Full time Location : Bristol, hybrid. Job Reference : CWS455 RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage a varied caseload involving contentious probate matters.
• Advise clients on disputes related to wills, estates, and trusts.
• Prepare and draft legal documents, including statements of case and correspondence.
• Conduct legal research to support case strategies.
• Represent clients in court
• Collaborate with senior colleagues on complex cases.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records.
• Ensure compliance with legal procedures and deadlines.
• Participate in business development and client relationship activities REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE :
• Qualified Solicitor registered in England and Wales NQ +
• Solid background within disputes resolution ideally dealing with contentious probate matters.
• Experience contributing to business development initiatives and fostering strong client relationships and a willingness to attend networking events.
• Ideally you will be a member of the Association of Contentious Trusts and Probate Specialists but this is not essential.
• A confident and approachable communicator, able to provide clear and empathetic advice to clients on complex issues relating to wills, estates, and trusts.
• Excellent drafting and writing skills.
• Proactive and analytical when conducting legal research to support case strategies, demonstrating critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Comfortable representing clients in hearings, conferences, and other legal proceedings, with the confidence to advocate effectively in court.
• A collaborative team player, working well with senior colleagues on complex cases, and open to feedback and further development.
• Highly organised and diligent, with a proven ability to maintain accurate and up-to-date client records while meeting legal deadlines.
• Results-driven and client-focused, able to balance legal expertise with a practical understanding of clients' needs and expectations. IN RETURN :
• 25 days holiday + additional leave + buy up to 5 days
• Enhanced employer pension contribution
• Bonus structure
• Flexible working
• Childcare vouchers + other vouchers and subscriptions
• Staff Wellbeing programme
• Professional Development. For more details please contact : cait.woodrow-smith @ (url removed)