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Contentious Probate

Contentious Probate Solicitor – West Midlands – Excellent Progression Opportunity
Flexible Hybrid Working | Leading Regional Firm | Ref: CC60035

The Opportunity:
A leading law firm in the West Midlands is seeking an experienced Contentious Probate Solicitor to join its respected Private Client Disputes team. This is a fantastic opportunity for a solicitor with 4+ years’ PQE looking to take on high-quality work in a supportive, forward-thinking environment with genuine progression prospects.

The Role:
You will be managing a varied and complex caseload of contentious probate matters, working closely with a well-established team. The firm handles high-value disputes relating to wills, estates, trusts, and inheritance claims, and you’ll play an integral role in delivering top-tier legal services to a broad client base.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Advising clients on a range of contentious probate and trust disputes

  • Managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision

  • Assisting senior team members with high-value and complex disputes

  • Engaging in negotiation, mediation, and court proceedings where necessary

  • Helping to develop client relationships and contribute to business development initiatives

Candidate Profile:

  • A qualified solicitor with at least 4 years’ PQE in contentious probate

  • Strong knowledge of Inheritance Act claims, will disputes, trust litigation, and Court of Protection issues

  • Excellent client care, communication, and organisational skills

  • A proactive, team-oriented approach

  • Desire to develop your career within a growing department

Why Join?

  • Work within a supportive and collegiate team

  • Hybrid agile working model for improved work-life balance

  • Clear route for career progression

  • Multiple office locations to choose from across the West Midlands

  • Competitive salary and benefits package

📞 Interested? Apply today or contact Claudia at Austen Lloyd on 0117 313 0502, quoting Ref: CC60035.

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JOB REFERENCE: CC574839_1750174403

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