Solicitor/FCILEX – Inheritance & Trust Disputes – Exeter – 5+ Years PQE
Location: Exeter (with hybrid working flexibility)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £55,000 to £75,000

A respected regional law firm is seeking a Solicitor or FCILEX with 5+ years’ post-qualification experience to join its highly regarded Inheritance & Trust Disputes team in Exeter. This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex and high-value contentious private client matters alongside recognised experts in the field.

The Role
You’ll be responsible for managing a varied caseload and advising on a broad range of disputes, including:

• Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
• Disputes over the validity of wills and estate administration
• Breach of trust and trust administration issues
• Capacity and undue influence claims
• Disputes involving cohabiting or separating unmarried couples
• Drafting cohabitation agreements
• Supporting junior team members and contributing to business development

Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a qualified solicitor or FCILEX with:

• 5+ years PQE in contentious trusts and probate (or strong litigation experience with a desire to specialise)
• Excellent technical, drafting, and analytical skills
• Strong client management and relationship-building abilities
• A collaborative, proactive, and commercially aware mindset
• Ambition to grow within a successful and supportive team

Benefits
The firm offers:

• Competitive salary and annual profit-share through employee ownership
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays and your birthday off)
• Private medical insurance and group life assurance
• Three additional days’ paid leave for volunteering or charitable work
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and career development opportunities

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you’d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.