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Contentious Probate Solicitor

SACCO MANN

Location:
United Kingdom, Birmingham

Category:
Legal

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

60000.00 - 85000.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

A well-regarded regional law firm is seeking an experienced Contentious Probate Solicitor (6+ PQE) to join its Dispute Resolution team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity to take a leading role within a busy and growing practice, handling a broad range of inheritance and trust disputes. The position offers a strong platform for progression, autonomy over your own caseload, and the support of an experienced, collaborative team. You’ll work on high-quality matters including contested wills, claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, executor disputes, and proprietary estoppel claims, acting for a diverse mix of clients and intermediaries.

Job Responsibility:

Manage a varied caseload of contentious probate and trust disputes from instruction to resolution
Advise clients on complex estate and trust matters, delivering clear, practical, and commercially focused guidance
Draft pleadings, witness statements, and settlement documents
Conduct negotiations, mediations, and court proceedings as required
Provide supervision and mentorship to junior team members
Build and maintain strong client relationships, including with referrers and intermediaries
Contribute to business development initiatives and departmental growth

Requirements:

Qualified Solicitor with at least 6 years’ PQE in contentious probate or related litigation
Strong technical knowledge of inheritance, trust, and estate disputes
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills
Proven ability to manage complex cases independently and efficiently
Commercially aware, client-focused, and proactive in problem solving
Strong communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach

What we offer:

Generous holiday entitlement and benefits package
Supportive, inclusive team culture with clear progression opportunities
Exposure to high-quality, complex work and excellent professional development

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

Hybrid work

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