Contentious Probate Solicitor
Location
Cheshire
Salary
£45000-60000 per annum
Sector
Private Practice
Type
Permanent Role
Practice Area
Contentious Probate
Reference
LKB2205
Contentious Probate Solicitor
5+ PQE | Full Time | Runcorn, Cheshire
Salary: £45,000 - £55,000 DOE
A well-established and expanding regional law firm is seeking an experienced Contentious Probate Solicitor to join its growing Private Client team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated solicitor with strong technical expertise in inheritance and estate disputes to take on a varied caseload within a supportive and progressive environment.
The Opportunity:
The successful candidate will handle a broad range of contentious probate matters including:
Will disputes and challenges
Inheritance Act claims
Executor and trustee disputes
Estate administration conflicts
You will work closely with clients on often sensitive and emotional matters, providing pragmatic and commercially focused advice while aiming to achieve the best possible outcomes through negotiation, mediation, or litigation where necessary.
The role is initially office based, moving to hybrid working following successful completion of probation.
Key Responsibilities:
Managing your own contentious probate caseload from instruction to conclusion
Advising clients on litigation strategy, costs, and risk
Drafting pleadings, witness statements, correspondence, and settlement agreements
Liaising with counsel, experts, courts, and opposing solicitors
Preparing matters for mediation and litigation
Ensuring files are progressed efficiently and compliantly
Supporting and mentoring junior team members
Contributing to the ongoing growth of the department
About You:
The ideal candidate will have:
Qualified Solicitor status with 5+ years' PQE
Strong experience in contentious probate and inheritance disputes
Excellent technical and drafting skills
The ability to manage files independently with minimal supervision
Strong communication and client care skills
A calm, professional, and solutions-focused approach
A collaborative mindset and willingness to support team development
The Firm:
This long-established regional firm continues to grow across Merseyside and Cheshire and has built an excellent reputation for client care and quality legal services.
The firm offers a supportive, down-to-earth culture where employees are trusted to take ownership of their work and develop long-term careers within the business.
Benefits:
Competitive salary dependent on experience
Hybrid working following probation
25 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas shutdown
Genuine progression opportunities
Supportive and inclusive working environment
Apply or contact Laura-Kate for more information laurakate@thorntonlegal.co.uk/ 07731525692
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