Litigation Senior Associate

Position Title: Senior Associate, Litigation (Contested Probate)
Location: Newbury / Thames Valley
Salary: £50,000+
Reference: BH-37195
Work Type: Full-time, Permanent

About The Firm:
My client is a highly reputable Legal 500 law firm recognised for its excellence in legal practice. With a strong leadership team, they offer specialised services across various practice areas, providing a supportive, professional, and collaborative environment.

Position Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Senior Associate specialising in Contested Probate to join a leading litigation team. This role suits an ambitious solicitor with strong technical skills in contentious probate, ready for increased responsibility, or an experienced practitioner seeking a supportive and challenging new opportunity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling a diverse caseload of contested probate matters, including will challenges, claims under the Inheritance Act 1975, and disputes involving estate administration.
• Providing strategic, sensitive, and confident advice to clients throughout emotionally complex litigation.
• Managing cases from inception through to trial, including mediation and court proceedings.
• Collaborating effectively with Private Client and Dispute Resolution colleagues to deliver comprehensive client services.
• Actively engaging in business development activities to enhance the firm's contested probate practice.
• Supporting and mentoring junior team members.
• Building strong and lasting client relationships through clear and personalised communication.

Requirements:

• Solicitor with 5-8 years’ PQE specialising in contested probate.
• ACTAPS or STEP membership, or currently pursuing membership, is essential.
• Demonstrable experience in High Court hearings and trials.
• Proven track record in business development and client generation.
• Supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and capability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong academic background (LLB 2:1 or above).

The Benefits & How to Apply:

• Competitive salary.
• Flexible Leave (Holiday) Policy.
• Pension, life assurance, and private medical insurance.
• Medical health cash plan and wellbeing resources including Virtual GP access.
• Professional development opportunities in a supportive, highly-regarded firm.

Apply in the strictest of confidence online and/or via telephone – there is no need for a CV for an initial conversation.

Contact Person: Shabir Jiza
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