Private Client Lawyer | Hybrid working

1 month ago


London, United Kingdom Duncan Lewis Solictors Full time

Regulated by the Solicitor’s Regulation Authority, Duncan Lewis Solicitors was founded in 1998 and is headquartered in the City of London (Fenchurch Street EC3M), with offices nationwide. We are recognised by the Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners UK independent legal directories as a top-tier law firm - "a diligent and professional team that is prepared to go the extra mile for its clients". A paperless law firm with over 500 personnel that embraces hybrid-working, we service both corporate entities and private individuals in over 25 areas of law across 60 languages. Choosing a career with Duncan Lewis is choosing a law firm that is the largest provider of publicly funded (legal aid) legal services in the country, has been Investors in People Gold Standard accredited for over 15 years and is continuously applauded nationally for the work that it does.
Having demonstrated unparalleled legal expertise and a commitment to justice, we were awarded Law Firm of the Year at both the 2024 Lexis Nexis Awards and 2023 Modern Law Awards. We are named as one of the Times 200 Best Law Firms. In 2021 we were celebrated by the Chambers Europe Award as an 'outstanding firm’ for diversity and inclusion. In previous years we have been awarded a number of awards, including the Law Society Excellence Award for Large Law Firm of the Year in 2020, Access to Justice at the UK Legal Diversity Awards in 2019 and the Family Law Firm of the Year at the 2015 Family Law Awards, to name just a few. Duncan Lewis is Law Society Lexcel, Cyber Essentials Plus and ISO 27001 Information Management accredited.
We look to recruit dedicated and talented employees in both legal and non-legal capacities, and we are always interested to receive applications from quality candidates. If you can demonstrate a strong commitment to the areas of law provided by the firm, and you are keen to build a career with us, please apply online with your details and CV.
We offer a comprehensive and personal service to clients including will drafting, inheritance tax planning advice, assistance with the administration of a will or advice on a contested will. Our team has considerable expertise in advising on international wills, wills involving extended families/ estranged family and contested wills/ probate litigation.
Our probate experts offer advice under the law of England and Wales in addition to Islamic wills and inheritance matters
Advising on inheritance tax; Settling any tax liabilities and affairs; Ensuring compliance with file management.
Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with 1+ year’s technical experience in Wills and Probate law
Previous proven supervisory experience and working to key performance indicators
Excellent networking and communication skills with the ability to successfully market the Company and generate new business
Experience in own advocacy is an advantage
Excellent IT Skills -familiar with Microsoft Office applications and document management skills
The recruitment process will fully comply with GDPR and other applicable laws. Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our staff reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, which is reflective at all levels within our workforce.
We guarantee an interview for candidates that disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post. If you are interested in applying for this vacancy, please visit our website and apply using our online process for your application to be considered.



  • London, United Kingdom G2 Legal Limited Full time

    A multi-office law firm with a strong private client department is looking for a senior private client fee-earner to join the team in Sutton. This opportunity would be ideal for a senior solicitor who is commercially minded and driven to build a private client department. Due to the brand the firm has established, it has a large will bank and many repeat...


  • London, United Kingdom Origin Legal Ltd Full time

    Private Client Solicitor – NQ+ If you have excellent private client experience within a quality practice and are looking to progress your career within an ambitious yet supportive environment, then our client’s Private Client team might be a good fit for you. The Private Client team is central to the firm’s current and future business and comprises 23...


  • Enfield, Greater London, United Kingdom Law Staff Legal Recruitment Full time

    Are you an experienced 2 - 7 year PQE Private Client Solicitor or Legal Executive seeking your next challenge? Our Legal 500 recognised client is seeking a Solicitor or Legal Executive capable of independently managing a caseload of drafting Wills, Powers of Attorney, and Estate Administration. Joining the Firms successful Private Client...


  • London, United Kingdom Frei Solicitors Ltd Full time

    Frei Solicitors is an international, boutique luxury asset law firm based in Mayfair, London. We are a team of professionals focused on delivering quality legal services, providing strategic guidance that emphasises exemplary services to our clients. Our clients welcome our practical yet sensitive approach to their private financial affairs. Therefore, our...


  • London, United Kingdom Birchrose Associates Full time

    Our client has a highly reputable Private Client practice with a fantastic regional reputation. Their impressive client-base includes international and domestic High Net Worth individuals, families, and owners of landed estates. This leading firms' Private Client department have established a strong reputation and are accredited by the Legal 500 as Top Tier....


  • Beckenham, Greater London, United Kingdom Pearson Whiffin Recruitment Full time

    Job Description Job Title: Private Client Solicitor A fantastic opportunity has arisen with my client, a leading, Legal 500 recognised law firm based in Beckenham. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Private Client Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join a growing Private Client department. Engage with prospective legal clients,...


  • Orpington, Greater London, United Kingdom JMC Legal Recruitment Full time

    This well respected regional firm in Kent holds Private Client work at the forefront of its focus with their partner led approach. You will be given an excellent opportunity to progress within the firm and hone your skills in a supportive, team-oriented legal environment led by leading individuals in the private client space. The firm is looking for...


  • Orpington, Greater London, United Kingdom JMC Legal Recruitment Full time

    This well respected regional firm in Kent holds Private Client work at the forefront of its focus with their partner led approach. You will be given an excellent opportunity to progress within the firm and hone your skills in a supportive, team-oriented legal environment led by leading individuals in the private client space. The firm is looking for...


  • Orpington, Greater London, United Kingdom JMC Legal Recruitment Full time

    Job Description This well respected regional firm in Kent holds Private Client work at the forefront of its focus with their partner led approach. You will be given an excellent opportunity to progress within the firm and hone your skills in a supportive, team-oriented legal environment led by leading individuals in the private client space. The firm is...


  • London, United Kingdom Law Staff Legal Recruitment Full time

    Are you an ambitious 4 year+ PQE Private Client Solicitor looking seeking a new challenge with a well-established Legal 500 firm? Our client, a reputable Legal 500 Firm, is actively seeking a skilled Solicitor to join their Wills and Probate team. This is an excellent opportunity to step into a role where you'll inherit a thriving caseload and receive...

  • Private Funds Lawyer

    1 month ago


    London, United Kingdom Brandon James Ltd Full time

    A leading UK firm are looking for a Private Funds Lawyer to join their diverse funds team in the London office. **Private Funds Lawyer's Role** The successful Private Funds Lawyer will work with a varied range of funds matters, such as PE, private debt VC, real estate and infrastructure and hedge funds - often with cross-border or elements. The Private...


  • London, United Kingdom Jameson Legal Full time

    This new opening is with a highly-regarded law firm in London, which genuinely places private client as a core part of its offering. The firm acts for a superb client base including HNW individuals, families, trusts and charities, amongst others. This position will involve all manner of private client disputes including trusts and probate issues. Working...

  • Private Client Lawyer

    1 month ago


    London, United Kingdom Chadwick Nott Full time

    Leading home counties firm has a new opportunity for a Private Client Solicitor / Associate. Their highly rated private client team is noted in L500 and the firm is acknowledged in The Times Best Law Firms 2024. They handle a wide range of cases including wills and probate, estate planning, trusts, inheritance disputes, power of attorney arrangements,...


  • London, United Kingdom Bydand Recruitment Group Full time

    Private Client - Solicitor– London Private Client PrincipalAssociate- Unique and rare opportunity to join our client who has an excellent reputation within the Private Client sector and is in an exciting period of growth. Private Client Solicitor / Senior Associate/ Principal Associate The role will involve work on all aspects of Private...


  • City of London, United Kingdom Brandon James Ltd Full time

    A sought-after US firm are looking for a Private Funds Lawyer to join their private equity team in their London office. **Private Funds Lawyer's Role** The successful Private Funds Lawyer will work with a varied range of clients, advising on all matters regarding the formation and operation of private investment funds and co-investment. The Private Funds...


  • London, United Kingdom Jameson Legal Full time

    This mandate from our client is for an experienced, high-calibre London private client Lawyer. There will be excellent career prospects, and you will be joining a very well-regarded team acting on high-quality tax, trusts and estates work, including a broad range of UK and international matters. You will currently be working in a rated London or national...


  • London, United Kingdom Executive Network Legal Ltd Full time

    Private Client Solicitor, 3+ Years PQE, Hertfordshire, £Excellent + Benefits – A new opportunity for an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join an expanding team. Suitable Private Client Solicitors will have a strong technical background and confident working on complex private client matters and able to provide high levels of client service •...


  • London, United Kingdom Jameson Legal Full time

    Our client is a well-established and highly regarded law firm located in Surrey. They pride themselves on delivering exceptional legal services to their clients across a range of practice areas. Their Private Client team is known for its expertise in handling a wide range of private client matters, including wills, probate, trusts, and estate planning. ...


  • London, United Kingdom Michael Page (UK) Full time

    Our client is a reputable professional services firm in the legal sector. With a workforce of over 200 employees, they provide a wide range of legal services and operate from offices in London. As a Private Client Solicitor you will; Provide comprehensive legal advice and services to private clients. Manage all aspects of estate planning, trusts, and...


  • London, United Kingdom LHH Recruitment Full time

    An exciting opportunity for a 3+PQE Private Client Solicitor to join an established and respected firm offering a wide range of services for private and business clients in St Albans. In this role, you will be expected to provide specialist legal advice regarding private wealth. The caseload will include a broad spectrum of excellent quality work including...