Overview
Contentious Probate Paralegal Jobs in Leicester, England, United Kingdom at Wilson Browne Solicitors
Title: Contentious Probate Paralegal
Company: Wilson Browne Solicitors
Location: Leicester, England, United Kingdom
Tell me more about Wilson Browne Solicitors…
We are a firm with a vision and that vision starts with being a great place to work, a proper work-life balance, varied and interesting clients, opportunities for development and career progression, plus a host of other benefits. As a strong regional firm, we have an almost unique niche in our market with 6 offices, great clients, a heritage that goes back nearly 200 years, and a reputation that others envy.
The Role
We are looking for an experienced Contentious Probate Paralegal to assist the wider team in our Leicester office.
We have a highly regarded Legal 500 private client department. They often deal with HNW individuals who have national and international assets and interests. You will sit as part of the litigation team dealing solely with a contentious probate caseload and supporting the Head of Team. As well as local clients the firm enjoys a market leading online presence (thanks to its in-house award winning marketing team), and you will represent clients from all over England & Wales.
You will assist on a diverse caseload of Contentious Probate and Trusts matters to include; Contesting the Validity of Wills, Inheritance Act Disputes, Trustee Disputes and Estate Disputes.
We are firm believers in training and progression, and so the role may suit someone looking for career development after an initial period.
Requirements
· You will have had exposure to contentious probate, commercial litigation, or general wills and probate matters.
· The ability to confidentially manage your own workload and to progress to look after your own clients
· Excellent communication skills
· You will be a team player with excellent attention to detail.
Benefits
Competitive holiday entitlement increasing with length of service and options to buy more.
Death in service benefit (after qualifying period) paying 3 x salary.
Pension scheme with matched contributions up to 4%.
Professional development opportunities.
Discount schemes on retail, utilities and gym memberships.
Voluntary Health Cash Plans available and Health screening.
Paid volunteer leave.
Regular long service awards and annual staff recognition awards.
Salary sacrifice scheme– a tax-efficient way to get into a new car.
Cycle to work scheme.
