Contentious Trust & Probate Solicitor

Your new companyA long-established, highly respected law firm with a national reputation for excellence. The home to one of the UK's leading Contentious Trust & Probate teams, consistently recognised and ranked in lists including the Legal 500. Based in Salisbury, the firm combines high-calibre legal work with a supportive, collaborative culture where people genuinely enjoy working together and where progression is actively encouraged.Your new roleYou will become a key member of the Contentious Trust & Probate team, working across a broad and stimulating caseload that spans the full spectrum of trust and estate disputes. This includes:

• I(PFD)A 1975 claims.
• Challenges to the validity of wills.
• Construction and rectification claims.
• Court of Protection disputes.
• Executor and trustee disputes.
• Proprietary estoppel claims.
• Claims relating to lifetime gifts and international estate issues.You'll manage your own matters while contributing to larger, complex cases, ensuring exceptional client service and commercially effective delivery. You'll also have the opportunity to develop your skills, support colleagues, and play an active role in the continued growth of this highly regarded team. For the right candidate, there is a clear pathway to partnership.

What you'll need to succeedYou will be a qualified Solicitor with a strong litigation background and experience in contentious trust and probate work, as well as excellent analytical skills and meticulous attention to detail. You will have the ability to work independently and collaboratively within a high-performing team, whilst displaying strong legal research skills and proficiency with case management systems and MS applications.You will take a proactive, organised and methodical approach to managing your workload that shows alignment with the firm's values of positivity, respect, communication and professionalism.What you'll get in returnYou'll join a team that is genuinely best-in-class, offering exposure to high-value, complex and often high-profile work. You'll benefit from a clear and supported career development pathway, including partnership prospects, a collaborative, friendly and values-driven working environment and have opportunities to work with leading charities, professionals and private clients.Salary is negotiable based on PQE, as well as your exposure and success in previous roles. We will appoint this role at all levels, from Solicitor through to Partner. What you need to do nowIf you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.

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