Contested Probate Solicitor

This is an opportunity to work
on sensitive, technically interesting disputes involving wills, trusts, estates
and personal representatives, while being part of a highly regarded team known
for its practical, commercial and client-focused approach.

The role would suit NQ- 2PQE solicitors
who enjoys both the technical detail of contentious probate and the human side
of helping clients through difficult, often emotionally complex disputes.

The role

You will work closely within
our Contested Probate Team and the wider Dispute Resolution team, advising
clients on a broad range of contested probate matters. The work will include
negotiation, mediation and litigation, with a focus on achieving clear,
proportionate and commercially sensible outcomes.

You will also support
colleagues across the firm where contested probate issues overlap with private
client, property and real estate matters.

The work will include

You will advise on matters
involving:

• Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for
  Family and Dependants) Act
  
• Challenges to the validity of wills
  
• Disputes involving executors and personal
  representatives
  
• Applications for the removal of personal
  representatives
  
• Trust disputes
  
• Mutual wills disputes
  
• Estate administration disputes
  
• Property-related issues arising within
  contested estates
  

You will meet clients, assess
the facts, advise on strategy and costs, prepare correspondence and court
documents, instruct counsel where appropriate, and help progress matters
through settlement, mediation or trial.

About you

We are looking for a solicitor
with relevant experience in contested probate, trusts and estate disputes.

You will have:

• Sound knowledge of civil litigation procedure
  
• Strong interest in contentious trusts and
  probate work and ideally experience in advising on contentious probate matters
  or a seat in contentious probateStrong client care and communication skills
  
• The ability to manage a busy and varied
  caseload with the support of the Contentious Probate Team
  
• Good commercial awareness
  
• Strong drafting and file management skills
  
• Confidence working independently where
  appropriate, while contributing to a collaborative team
  
• A practical, calm and objective approach to
  dispute resolution
  

What matters to us

We are looking for someone who
will take pride in doing the job properly.

That means giving clear
advice, managing risk carefully, keeping clients informed, recording time
accurately, billing promptly, and contributing to the wider success of the
team.

You will also be encouraged to
support business development, build strong client relationships and work
closely with colleagues across the firm.

Why B P Collins

B P Collins is a
well-established firm with a strong reputation across dispute resolution,
private client and property work.

Our clients come to us for
technically sound advice, but also for judgement, discretion and care. In
contested probate work, that balance matters.

You will join a supportive
team where your contribution will be visible, valued and part of a wider
disputes practice with genuine depth.

• Competitive and transparent remuneration package, including salary, profit share, private healthcare, life assurance, and 25 days’ holiday increasing to 30+, alongside employer pension contribution.
  
• Flexible, hybrid working model supported by a well-connected, collegiate office environment, giving you the balance to work effectively while remaining closely involved with your team and clients.
  
• Genuinely collaborative culture, where partners are accessible and you are given early responsibility with the support needed to develop with confidence.
  
• Clear and structured progression, with a focus on long-term development rather than short-term targets, supported by regular training, exposure to high-quality work, and ongoing insight into market and legislative developments.
  
• Consistent emphasis on wellbeing, ensuring you can sustain high performance over time without compromising balance.
  

We are committed to being an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all suitable applicants irrespective of background, circumstances, age, disability, gender identity, ethnicity, religion or belief and sexual orientation.

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