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Our client is a well-established and respected law firm within the Legal 500, boasting an award-winning Dispute Resolution department. This esteemed team offers specialist quality legal advice to a diverse range of high net worth and ultra high net worth individuals and businesses.
The RoleThis exciting opportunity involves working closely with the Head of Department on business development initiatives, requiring strong networking skills and the ability to generate leads. As a Senior Trusts Lawyer, you will be responsible for advising on various trust-related matters, including the removal of executors and trustees, defending claims by beneficiaries, and resolving complex Power of Attorney disputes.
- A seasoned Contentious Trusts & Probate Lawyer with 1-5 years post-qualification experience
- Membership in STEP or ACTAPS is highly advantageous
- Strong technical expertise, commercial acumen, and a passion for business development
- Ability to manage a diverse caseload of trust and probate cases from inception to resolution
- Collaborative mindset to develop and grow the department
- Demonstrated success in handling high-value and complex cases
- Strong academic profile
- Providing expert guidance on the removal of executors and trustees
- Defending against beneficiary claims
- Resolving Power of Attorney disputes
- Court of protection and succession disputes
- Inheritance Act claims
- Competitive basic salary up to £70,000 (dependent on experience)
- Dynamic and supportive work environment
- Attractive bonus scheme, reaching up to 20% of salary
- Generous company pension
- Broad benefits package
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