Senior Associate – Contentious Trusts & Estates
Exeter 

A leading Top 100 law firm in Exeter are on the lookout for an experienced Senior or Managing Associate  (7+ years PQE) to join their tier 1 ranked Contentious Trusts & Estates team. 

This is a rare opportunity to join a standout specialist team known for its expertise in navigating complex, high-value disputes within the Private Wealth space. From will challenges and Inheritance Act claims to trustee disputes and professional negligence arising from estate administration,  you’ll be working on a varied and intellectually stimulating caseload from day one. 

Our clients range from high-net-worth individuals and business owners to charities, trustees, and landowners giving you exposure to a broad spectrum of work and a varied caseload. 

You’ll be joining a collaborative, well-respected team that punches above its weight and is known for delivering exceptional results. 

What we’re looking for:

• A qualified solicitor with 7+ years’ PQE in contentious Private Wealth work
• Strong technical expertise in trust and estate disputes
• A confident communicator with a natural ability to build client relationships
• Commercially astute, with a proactive approach to business development
• Organised, resilient, and able to manage competing priorities
• A team player who thrives in a supportive, high-performing environment 

What’s on offer:

• High-quality work and early responsibility
• A friendly, inclusive team culture
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Hybrid working and flexibility
• Onsite free car parking

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