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            Private Client Solicitor - Gosforth
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            Private Client Solicitor - Gosforth EMG Solicitors
            Gosforth, Newcastle upon Tyne, North of Tyne
            Full time
            8 days ago
            Private Client Partner
            Private Client Partner Origin Legal Ltd
            Surrey, England, United Kingdom
            Full time
            1 day ago
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            Private Client Lawyer
            Private Client Lawyer Origin Legal Ltd
            Surrey, England, United Kingdom
            Full time
            £45,000 - £65,000
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            Technical Support Lawyer- Private Client
            Technical Support Lawyer- Private Client CRA Consulting
            Manchester, Greater Manchester, England
            Full time
            £30,000 - £40,000
            1 day ago
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            Wills, Trusts & Probate – Tax & Trusts Advisor
            Wills, Trusts & Probate – Tax & Trusts Advisor Law Staff Legal Recruitment
            Essex, England, United Kingdom
            Full time
            2 days ago
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            Private Client NQ Solicitor - Cork
            Private Client NQ Solicitor - Cork BCL Legal
            Ireland
            Full time
            £80,000 - £90,000
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            Private Client Solicitor BCL Legal
            Durham, County Durham, England
            Full time
            £50,000 - £60,000
            7 days ago
            Private Client Solicitor - Darlington
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            Private Client Solicitor - Darlington EMG Solicitors
            Darlington, England, United Kingdom
            Full time
            8 days ago
            Estates & Legal Adviser
            Estates & Legal Adviser CRA Consulting
            Chesterfield, Derbyshire, England
            Full time
            £30,000 - £40,000
            8 days ago
            Private Client Lawyer
            Private Client Lawyer BCL Legal
            Walton-on-Thames, Elmbridge, Surrey
            Full time
            £50,000 - £60,000
            12 days ago
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            Frequently asked questions

            Wills and probate law entails the legal guidelines on handling and bequeathing property, money, and possessions. Probate law covers the legal aspects of retitling and transferring money and estates to the beneficiaries. It includes the process of drawing wills and validating their authenticity. The law also aids in administering the finances and managing the assets of a deceased. 
             

            The wills and probate law jobs are probate solicitors, probate lawyers, contentious probate solicitors, wills and probate legal assistants, wills and probate legal secretaries, wills and probate paralegals, contentious probate lawyers, wills and probate fee earners, probate paralegals, and private client solicitors. The qualification requirements for contentious probate solicitor positions are having a PQE of a minimum of two years. 
             

            The average per annum income for probate solicitor jobs and wills and probate lawyer, legal assistant, legal secretary, fee earner, and paralegal vacancies vary depending on the kind of position, job responsibilities, and the employer. Overall, the wills and probate law workers earn well, they are offered competitive remuneration packages with benefits like flexible working hours, generous holiday packages, and more. 
             

            Lawyers, solicitors, legal assistants, and paralegals having a keen interest in wills and probate law can make a brilliant career in it. Most jobs in this practice area have promising long-term professional progression opportunities. Gaining experience by handling different wills and probate cases and exemplary client care and relationship-building skills can make the work more financially rewarding. 
             

            Currently, there are plenty of contentious probate solicitor jobs and wills and probate lawyer and paralegal vacancies in the UK. As long as legal advice and support are needed for drawing wills and administering the property of the deceased, these roles will be in demand. Looking for a law job? Check out the latest listings on Simply Law jobs!
             

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            What are Wills and Probate Law Jobs Like 

            The wills and probate law jobs are probate lawyers, contentious probate lawyers, probate solicitors, probate paralegals, wills and probate legal secretaries, wills and probate legal assistants, private client solicitors, wills and probate fee earners, and wills and probate paralegals. The eligibility criteria for probate lawyer and solicitor positions include having 2-5 years of experience in probate law with stellar communication and rapport-building skills. To work as a contentious probate solicitor, the potential candidates are required to be qualified solicitors with significant experience in contesting wills and probate. To apply for wills and probate paralegal vacancies, the applicants must have exposure to wills and probate work. 

            Wills and Probate Law Jobs’ Responsibilities

            Wills and probate lawyers work on a mixed caseload of lasting power of attorney, wills, and the court of protection. Contentious probate lawyers handle contentious wills, trusts, and probate matters. They work on inheritance disputes, breach of trust claims, claims validity, and modification of the wills. Contentious probate solicitors manage a caseload of wills and probate matters and establish credibility with the clients by managing and meeting their expectations. Wills and probate legal assistants support the lawyers by undertaking administrative tasks. Dealing with client and creditor queries, drafting legal documents, and providing assistance with the preparation of bills and estate accounts are included in the probate paralegal job description.

            Skills Required for Building Wills and Probate Law Careers

            Excellent communication skills both verbal and written and exceptional client care and relationship-building skills are essential for the lawyers, solicitors, legal assistants, and paralegals aspiring to work on wills and probate legal matters. The ability to efficiently deal with all realms of private client work is needed for probate lawyer positions. Sound organisation and time management skills are required for the probate solicitor jobs. Team players with a flair for business development will better fit in the wills and probate law roles. Simplify your job search by getting notified about the vacancies matching your area of expertise and skills. Sign into Simply Law Jobs!

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