Probate Litigation Solicitor

Northampton Business Directory; Northampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A highly respected legal firm in Northampton is seeking an experienced Probate Litigation Solicitor with over 4 years of PQE. The successful candidate will manage a complex caseload including will disputes and executor disputes, drafting legal documents and handling negotiations. This role offers a supportive team culture with clear pathways for progression and professional development. A competitive salary is offered dependent on experience.

Benefits

Supportive and collaborative team culture

Clear progression pathways

Strong administrative support

Qualifications

• 4+ years' PQE in probate litigation or contentious trusts and estates.
• Strong technical expertise and ability to manage complex files with minimal supervision.
• Confident communicator with a proactive, solution-focused mindset.

Responsibilities

• Managing a specialist contentious probate caseload including will disputes and executor disputes.
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and legal submissions.
• Handling negotiations, mediation, and dispute resolution.

Skills

Technical expertise in probate litigation

Excellent drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Client care skills

Organisational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Job description

Job Title: Probate Litigation Solicitor (4+ PQE)

Location: Northampton

Hours: Full-Time

Salary: DOE

Contract: Permanent

About the Opportunity

A highly respected Northampton firm is seeking an experienced Probate Litigation Solicitor (4+ PQE) to join its growing contentious private client team. This is a fantastic opportunity to take on a high-quality caseload of complex and challenging disputes, working within a supportive, well-structured department with an excellent local and regional reputation.

The Role

You will handle a broad range of contentious probate matters, acting for beneficiaries, executors, trustees, and other interested parties. This is a hands‑on role offering autonomy, progression, and exposure to high-value, technically interesting cases.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a specialist contentious probate caseload, including:

  • Will disputes
  • Inheritance Act (1975) claims
  • Executor and trustee disputes
  • Estate and trust administration challenges
  • Claims involving capacity, undue influence, or fraud
• Drafting pleadings, witness statements, and legal submissions.
• Handling negotiations, mediation, and dispute resolution.
• Representing clients with professionalism, sensitivity, and commercial awareness.
• Supporting business development and maintaining strong client relationships.
• Working collaboratively with the wider private client and litigation teams.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 4+ years' PQE in probate litigation or contentious trusts and estates.
• Strong technical expertise and ability to manage complex files with minimal supervision.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, and client care skills.
• Confident communicator with a proactive, solution‑focused mindset.
• Organised, detail‑oriented, and able to juggle competing deadlines.

What’s On Offer

• Salary DOE
• Opportunity to work with a high‑calibre caseload
• Supportive and collaborative team culture
• Clear progression pathways and professional development
• Strong administrative support and modern working environment

Interested? Contact Stan @Simpson Judge Legal on (phone number removed)