Experienced Private Client Solicitor

5 days ago


Bury St, Suffolk, United Kingdom Ashtons Legal LLP Full time

We are seeking a highly skilled and ambitious Solicitor to join our team at Ashtons Legal LLP.

As a successful candidate, you will have at least five years of post-qualification experience in private client work, particularly estate administration, and working with vulnerable clients. Your expertise in managing complex estate administration involving taxable estates, preparation of deeds of variation, and declarations of trust will be invaluable to our team.

You will advise clients on succession, tax, and mental capacity issues, as well as work on Court of Protection matters. With the opportunity to build your skills across all areas of private client work, you will develop your technical and leadership abilities.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Managing your own caseload, maintaining good financial housekeeping
  • Developing, supporting, supervising, and coaching junior members of the team
  • Conducting meetings with clients, either face-to-face or remotely
  • Assessing legal issues and advising accordingly
  • Advising on costs and scope of work
  • Drafting documents and letters
  • Staying up-to-date with law and practice
  • Assisting the Lifetime Planning Team based in other offices when required
  • Supporting long-term client relationships through business development activities
  • Confidently utilizing technology for case management, client communication, and relationship maintenance

Key qualifications and skills:

  • Qualified Solicitor or CILEX Lawyer
  • At least five years of post-qualification experience in private client work, particularly estate administration
  • Willingness to learn and develop technical skills, including obtaining additional qualifications like STEP and Lifetime Lawyers (SFE)
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Strong work ethic

Salary: £60,000 - £80,000 per annum, depending on experience.



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