- Where
- Cambridge, East Anglia, 826
- Level
- Mid
An award-winning and highly regarded law firm is looking to appoint an experienced Contentious Probate Lawyer to join its growing specialist team, with flexibility to be based in either Peterborough or Cambridge.
This is an excellent opportunity for a contentious probate lawyer to join a recognised practice advising individuals on a wide range of complex disputes, including claims involving significant estates, family relationships and intricate legal issues.
The role
You’ll handle a varied caseload of contentious trusts and probate matters, acting for clients bringing and defending claims. Work will include:
Inheritance Act claims
Will challenges, including capacity and knowledge and approval
Trust, executor and trustee disputes
Claims involving construction and rectification of wills
Proprietary estoppel claims
Court of Protection disputes
Care fee disputes
You’ll work collaboratively with colleagues across the department, manage your own matters and contribute to the continued development of the team. There will also be opportunities to build client relationships, develop professional networks and take part in business development initiatives.
The team also has an international reach, offering exposure to cross-border disputes involving European elements.
About you
The firm is ideally looking for a lawyer with around 4+ years’ PQE and a strong understanding of contentious trusts and probate law. However, applications from less experienced candidates with a clear interest and aptitude in this area will also be considered.
You’ll be technically capable, organised and proactive, with strong communication skills and the confidence to build effective relationships with clients and colleagues. The ability to manage your workload effectively, exercise sound judgement and deliver practical, commercially focused advice will be important.
What’s on offer?
The opportunity to join a recognised specialist Wills, Trusts & Estates Disputes team
A varied caseload of challenging and complex disputes
A friendly, supportive and collaborative working environment
Opportunities for technical development and career progression
Hybrid working options
30 days’ annual leave plus Bank Holidays
An additional day off for your birthday
Additional Christmas leave
Private healthcare options and a healthcare cash plan for you and your family
Enhanced pension with 5% matched contributions
The option to purchase additional annual leave
Group Life Assurance at 4x annual salary