Trusts and Estates Disputes Solicitor

Trusts and Estates Disputes Solicitor - Bristol

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented Solicitor to join a leading national law firm's expanding Trusts & Estates Disputes (TED) team. This is a chance to become part of one of the UK's largest specialist contentious trusts and probate groups during an exciting period of growth.

The team handles a wide range of complex and sensitive disputes, acting for major charities, high net worth individuals and financial institutions. With work spanning will and trust challenges, financial provision claims, executor and trustee disputes, and contested powers of attorney, you'll gain exposure to high quality, varied and intellectually stimulating matters.

This role is ideal for a driven lawyer with around 2 years' PQE who is ready to take the next step in their contentious private client career.

• Managing your own caseload of contentious trusts and estates matters
• Advising clients clearly on the strengths, risks and strategy of their cases
• Supporting senior lawyers on complex or high value disputes
• Handling cases of varying complexity and working within client service level agreements
• Contributing to business development initiatives
• Working collaboratively as part of a national team with excellent resources and support

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years' post qualification experience
• Experience in contentious trusts and estates work, or strong transferable litigation experience
• Confident using IT systems and case management tools
• Highly organised, proactive and able to manage competing deadlines
• Calm under pressure with exceptional attention to detail
• Strong communication skills and an ability to build rapport with clients

• Competitive salary and a generous benefits package
• 26 days' holiday with the option to buy additional leave
• Pension scheme with enhanced contributions
• Access to a wide range of employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives
• Hybrid working
• A supportive, people first culture with real scope for career progression

This is an exceptional opportunity to join a dynamic national team, work on stimulating and varied disputes, and grow your career within a modern, inclusive and forward thinking environment.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

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At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.

Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.