Contentious Probate Solicitor

A leading national legal practice is looking for an Associate or Senior Associate Solicitor to join its highly regarded contentious probateteam in Birmingham.

This is an opportunity to work on complex, high-value disputes for private clients across the UK, with plenty of scope to develop your expertise and take on meaningful work.

The Role

As a Contentious Probate Solicitor Associate or Senior Associate level you will join handling a varied caseload covering areas such as:

Inheritance Act claims
Will and probate disputes
Trust disputes
Estate administration issues
Court of Protection matters
Complex contentious private client cases

You’ll work closely with experienced specialists while managing your own matters and building strong client relationships.

About you

You’ll be a qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales with solid experience in contentious probate, trusts and estate disputes.

You should also have:

Strong case management and negotiation skills
Excellent written and verbal communication
A practical, client-focused approach
The ability to manage competing priorities
A collaborative and proactive mindset

Experience with high-net-worth clients, international matters, business assets or professional networks such as ACTAPS or STEP would be advantageous.

What's on Offer?

25-28 days' annual leave, plus bank holidays
Option to purchase additional holiday
Annual pay and bonus reviews where applicable
Private health and Digital GP support
Competitive pension
Two paid volunteering days each year
Colleague discounts and lifestyle benefits
A strong focus on wellbeing, inclusion and professional development

Why Join?

You’ll become part of an established national private client disputes team handling sophisticated and high-quality work, within an environment focused on collaboration, inclusion and long-term career development.

Flexible working arrangements are available where appropriate, depending on client and business needs.

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