Contentious Probate Solicitor

Job Title: Contentious Probate (NQ+ PQE)Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.Location: Kidderminster (West Midlands)Employment Type: Full-time, PermanentTeam: Contentious ProbateAbout UsSimpson Judge have partnered with a well-established regional law firm with a strong presence and excellent reputation in the Midlands, recognised in major legal directories. The culture is supportive, modern and people-first: we believe in helping you thrive in your career, doing high-quality work, and maintaining a healthy work-life balance.Role OverviewWe are seeking a solicitor from NQ+ to join their contentious probate team. You will work alongside partners and associates in managing a varied caseload of contested estate and probate matters. This is an excellent opportunity to build your specialist contentiously-oriented litigation career within a team that values your development and growing client-facing responsibility.Key ResponsibilitiesManage your own caseload of civil litigation and contentious probate matters, including but not limited to: will-challenges, inheritance disputes, executor and beneficiary claims, estate and administration issues.Draft legal documents: correspondence, pleadings, witness statements, and other litigation papers.Provide clear, practical and commercially aware legal advice to clients at all stages of litigation.Liaise with clients, counsel, experts, and other external stakeholders; build and maintain strong relationships.Assisting litigation strategies and in negotiations with opponent parties and third-parties.Contribute to business development initiatives: attend seminars/networking events, publish articles, enhance the visibility of the practice.Work collaboratively within the team, supporting each other and contributing to a positive culture, while also demonstrating the ability to manage your own work efficiently and independently.Person SpecificationQualifying solicitor with a strong demonstrable interest in contentious probate) working in or keen to specialise in contentious probate/estate litigation.Excellent verbal and written communication skills; confident in client-and third-party interaction.Strong client service orientation and ability to build rapport and trust.Comfortable managing a busy and varied caseload; organised, able to prioritise and work under supervision but also pro-active and capable of taking initiative.A commercial mindset and team-player attitude - with a genuine interest in business development and helping the team grow.A collaborative approach and commitment to quality, responsibility, client care and professional standards.Package & BenefitsCompetitive salary, reflecting local market rates and your experience.Generous holiday entitlement (e.g., circa 25 days to start) plus statutory bank holidays.Private healthcare / health benefit scheme.Employee assistance programme (24/7 helpline and wellbeing services).Staff discounts on legal services.Opportunities for personal and professional development, focusing on a long-term career in contentious probate within a firm that supports progression.Friendly, inclusive culture, committed to diversity and local community engagement.Why Join?You’ll enjoy a high-quality contentious probate litigation role at an early stage of qualification, with real responsibility and visibility. The team is well-regarded, supportive and committed to helping you establish and strengthen your specialist practice. xpwpeyx You’ll be part of a firm that values its people, invests in development, and places strong emphasis on wellbeing and culture.If this of interest please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge for a confidential chat#J-18808-Ljbffr