Partner, Head of Contentious Probate, London

Partner & Head of Contentious Trusts & Probate, London

Our client is a well‑established, mid‑sized law firm with private client at its heart. The firm has a strong reputation for delivering high‑quality, partner‑led advice to a diverse client base with teams of quality lawyers delivering technical excellence within a collaborative and values‑driven culture. The firm provides an environment where ambitious lawyers can lead, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Partner or ambitious Senior Associate/Legal Director to step into a Partner & Head of Contentious Trusts & Probate role. This is a strategic hire, offering the chance to shape and grow the firm's contentious private client practice. You will lead a specialist team handling a broad range of high‑value and complex disputes, while playing a key role in the wider leadership of the group.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the firm's Contentious Trusts & Probate practice
• Manage a varied caseload including will disputes, Inheritance Act claims, trust disputes, and estate administration conflicts
• Drive business development initiatives and grow a sustainable pipeline of work
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, intermediaries, and referrers
• Mentor, manage, and develop junior lawyers and contribute to team succession planning
• Collaborate with other departments to maximise cross‑referral opportunities
• Contribute to the firm's strategic direction as part of the wider leadership team

The Candidate

• A qualified solicitor with significant experience in contentious trusts and probate matters
• Strong technical expertise with a track record of handling complex, high‑value disputes
• Proven business development and client relationship skills
• Experience managing and developing teams, with a genuine interest in mentoring others
• Commercially minded, with the ability to identify opportunities and drive growth
• An engaging and personable communicator who builds trust with clients and colleagues alike
• Values‑led, with a collaborative approach and alignment with the firm's culture

What's on Offer

• A genuine leadership role with strategic influence
• A supportive and collegiate partnership environment
• High‑quality work with an established client base
• Competitive remuneration and partnership package
• A platform to build and shape a growing practice

This role offers a rare opportunity for a driven and entrepreneurial lawyer to take the next step in their career within a forward‑thinking and people‑focused firm.

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