Contentious Probate Lawyer – NQ to 4 Years PQE
Location: Bristol

Are you a Newly Qualified Lawyer looking to specialise in Contentious Probate? We have a fantastic opportunity to join a growing and highly respected team at a Legal 500 firm based in central Bristol where you will be working across inheritance and will disputes, estate administration challenges, and trust-related litigation.

The Role:

• Building your own caseload across a broad spectrum of contentious probate matters.
• Handling inheritance disputes, opposed and unopposed applications, and complex estate challenges.
• Advising on trusts, validity of wills, undue influence, fraud, and property disputes.
• Working alongside different departments to offer strategic, cross-team legal support.
• Contributing to the team’s national reputation for excellence, recognised by The Legal 500.
• Taking responsibility for legal drafting, negotiations, and settlement agreements.
• Engaging in advocacy where required, ensuring strong representation for clients.

Requirements:

• Qualified Lawyer or FCILEx (0-4 years PQE) with experience in litigation or private client work.
• Eager and passionate about specialising in contentious probate, with strong technical ability and attention to detail.
• Strong IT and communication skills
• ACTAPS (Association of Contentious Trusts and Probate Specialists) membership is a bonus, but training can be provided.

In Return:

• Hybrid working available after successful period of probation.
• Flexible benefits, including extra annual leave for your birthday.
• Option to purchase additional holiday time.
• Comprehensive health & wellbeing support, including private healthcare.
• Employee Assistance Programme and MORE!

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk