Trainee Solicitor

Job Title: Trainee Solicitor,
Salary: £23,000 - £25,000,
Location: Doncaster, South Yorkshire,
Contract: Full time, permanent

Are you passionate about helping individuals navigate key life decisions? Looking to start your legal journey in a role that offers genuine responsibility, client contact, and room to grow?
We are inviting applications from recent LPC graduates for a full-time Paralegal position in our busy and respected Private Client team. This is more than just a support role-it's a chance to immerse yourself in meaningful legal work from day one, with the opportunity for a Training Contract for candidates who show long-term potential.

As part of our Private Client department, you'll assist in delivering practical, compassionate legal advice to clients on a wide range of matters, including:

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  Wills and estate planning
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  Probate and estate administration
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  Trusts and inheritance matters
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  Lasting Powers of Attorney and elderly client care

You'll gain real exposure to the legal process-attending meetings, handling documents, speaking with clients, and supporting solicitors through each stage of a matter.

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  Preparing and drafting legal documents such as Wills, LPAs, and probate forms
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  Assisting with the progression of client files from initial instruction to final resolution
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  Communicating with clients, third parties, and professionals in a clear, empathetic manner
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  Supporting the submission of probate applications and liaising with the Probate Registry
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  Conducting legal research and staying up to date on developments in Private Client practice
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  Assisting with client onboarding, file compliance, and internal procedures
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  Providing general administrative and organisational support across the team

We're looking for someone who is not only legally capable but also genuinely interested in the human side of the law. You'll be working closely with individuals and families, often during sensitive or emotional times, so professionalism and empathy are essential.
You should also have:

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  A completed LPC (or SQE1) qualification
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  Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
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  A well-organised and proactive approach to your work
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  A sincere interest in developing a long-term career in Private Client law
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  A full UK driving licence and access to your own transport (due to occasional client visits)

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  Join a collaborative, down-to-earth team with a strong reputation for Private Client work
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  Gain hands-on experience and develop under the guidance of skilled solicitors
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  Be considered for a Training Contract based on performance and commitment
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  Work in a firm that values both technical skill and personal integrity
• Build your career in an environment where people come first-clients and colleagues alike

Additional Information:
CRA Legal follow strict best practice recruitment guidelines monitored by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC). Please note our advertisements use 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.

This Trainee Solicitor vacancy is very popular with the local legal community, so please apply quickly to ensure your application is considered. As part of our candidate registration and care process we at CRA Legal aim to respond to all successful applications within 2 working days.