Solicitor (Wills and Probate)

Client Solicitor (Wills and Probate)

Department: Senior Fee Earner (Hybrid working)

Salary: £35,000 - |£55,000 dependant on experience

With a legacy of legal excellence, our forward-thinking client has been a cornerstone of legal expertise and unwavering commitment to the local community. Established within the industry, they have grown and evolved to become a trusted name in the legal profession, serving clients with dedication and integrity.

Specialisations:General Law, Conveyancing, Probate, and Family Law.

This role requires a meticulous and proactive individual with extensive experience in probate, wills and trusts. The successful candidate will have strong leadership abilities, excellent client management skills, and a thorough understanding of legal compliance in probate.

Committed to modern working practices, this role offers the unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic high street practice whilst also enjoying a flexible working environment that supports work-life balance.

Specific Responsibilities:

• Will Writing - Draft and prepare wills according to client and legal requirements.
• Probate Administration - Manage the administration of probate, ensuring efficient and compliant processing.
• Inheritance Tax Advice - Provide expert advice on inheritance tax planning and mitigation.
• Capital Gains Tax Advice - Advise clients on strategies to manage and reduce capital gains tax liabilities.
• Lasting Powers of Attorney - Prepare and register Lasting Powers of Attorney documents.
• Enduring Powers of Attorney - Manage and advise on existing Enduring Powers of Attorney.
• Living Wills - Draft and advise on living wills to ensure clients' wishes are documented.
• Trusts - Create and manage trusts, providing advice on the establishment and administration of trust structures.
• File Management - Control and manage client files efficiently and securely.
• Marketing Strategy Input - Contribute to the development of the firm and departmental marketing strategies.

Qualifications

• CILEX or Qualified Solicitor, with experience in probate.