Contentious Probate Solicitor (NQ - 3 years PQE)

Location
Taunton, Somerset
Salary
Highly competitive and negotiable DOE + excellent benefits
Posted
08 Aug 2017
Closes
05 Sep 2017
Ref
ASH-10-0808-7
Job Title
Solicitor
Practice Area
Litigation, Wills & Probate
PQE Level
2-4, NQ
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time

An exciting opportunity for a Newly Qualified Solicitor to join the Dispute Resolution Team of a UK top 200 law firm, focusing and specialising in disputed Probate, Wills, Trusts and Estates. ​

The role
The role will assist a senior Contentious Probate Solicitor with their current workload whilst playing a key part in developing and expanding the Firm’s client base in this area of practice. The successful candidate will develop in to this area of law under supervision and work towards the management of their own caseload. The successful candidate will work towards actively networking and raising the profile of the Firm locally, attending local functions and events.

The candidate
The ideal candidate has a litigation background and will as a minimum have completed a seat in Dispute Resolution during their training contract. Candidates who have also completed a seat in a Private Client Department will have a distinct advantage. The successful candidate is a team player and motivated self-starter, who possess excellent IT skills and a keen eye for detail.  A professional and confident manner, along with strong and effective client care skills is essential. 


The Company
An award winning UK Top 200 law firm, with their main offices located throughout Dorset and Somerset. Committed to staff development and with a clear strategy for success, this firm is known as being an employer of choice across the country. 


​Contact details
Apply below or contact Sofie Scott at ASH Elite Limited to discuss the opportunity further. 

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Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However we are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

ASH Elite Limited is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy. ASH Elite Limited is an equal opportunities agency and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.