Contentious Probate Solicitor

Contentious Probate Solicitor

Location: Cardiff | PQE: 0–4 Years

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join a highly regarded and expanding team in Cardiff.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a junior contentious probate lawyer looking to develop their career within a nationally recognised practice, working alongside experienced specialists on a varied and interesting caseload.

THE ROLE
You will join a busy Contentious Probate team advising on a broad range of disputes relating to wills, trusts and estates. Matters will include:
• Inheritance Act claims
• Challenges to the validity of wills
• Will, trust and estate disputes
• Breaches of trust
• Applications for the removal of executors and trustees
• Contentious estate administration
• Other related contentious private client matters

You will have the opportunity to manage your own caseload, develop strong client relationships and work on matters of varying value and complexity, including high-net-worth disputes.
The team is supportive and collaborative, with plenty of opportunity to learn from experienced lawyers and develop your technical expertise. There will also be scope to get involved in business development, networking and knowledge sharing as you progress.

THE CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate will be a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with up to 4 years' PQE, with contentious probate experience gained either post-qualification or during a training contract.

You will have:
• 0–4 years' PQE
• Experience within contentious probate
• Excellent technical and drafting skills
• Strong client care and communication skills
• The ability to manage your own caseload
• Good commercial awareness
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• A proactive and ambitious approach
• The ability to work effectively as part of a team
• An interest in business development and developing your professional profile

THE OPPORTUNITY
This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and growing Contentious Probate team where you will be given genuine support to develop your career.

You will work alongside highly respected lawyers on a high-quality caseload, gaining exposure to complex and high-value matters while benefiting from a clear progression framework and excellent opportunities for professional development.
If you are a Contentious Probate Solicitor looking for your next career move in Cardiff, this could be an opportunity worth exploring.

For more information, or to apply, please contact Penny Trotman at eNL Legal. [phone removed]