Overview
In this role you join a nationally recognised Private Client Dispute Resolution team in Birmingham to handle high-value, contentious private client matters. You will advise on a broad range of disputes and work closely with experienced specialists to grow your expertise while contributing to the team’s success. You’ll help clients navigate complex matters with practical, clear advice in sensitive situations. This is an opportunity to shape outcomes for high-net-worth individuals and executors within a collaborative, supportive culture that values professional development. You will play a key role in delivering exceptional client service and contributing to the firm’s growth and responsible/b
Pay / Benefits
- 25 days’ holiday (rising to 28)
- Annual pay and bonus review
- Westfield Health and Digital GP access
- Competitive pension arrangements
- Two paid volunteering days per year
- Discounts and lifestyle benefits
Responsibilities
- Advise on a broad range of contentious private client matters (high-value, complex disputes)
- Handle inheritance act claims and challenges to will validity
- Manage trust disputes and estate administration disputes
- Address Court of Protection-related matters and other complex private client disputes
- Collaborate with experienced specialists to develop expertise and contribute to team growth
- Deliver high-quality legal advice and maintain strong client relationships
- Demonstrate proactive case management and effective dispute resolution and negotiation
Key requirements
- Qualified as Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive in England & Wales
- Experience advising on contentious probate, trust and estate disputes
- Ability to manage a varied caseload and deliver clear, practical advice
- Strong client relationship skills and effective communication
- Proven negotiation, dispute resolution and case management abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment
- Proactive approach to developing technical knowledge and client service
- Strong communication with clients
- Collaborative mindset
- Proactive and self-motivated learning
- Experience in contentious private client work
- Knowledge of trusts, probate and estates
- Interest in business development and networking with intermediaries
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