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Posted 05 August, 2026

Contentious Probate Solicitor

William James Recruitment
Colchester, ENG, GB Full Time

Job Description

Contentious Probate Senior Associate / Legal Director - Colchester - Up to £82,000 + Benefits

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Our client is an established and long-standing full-service law firm that is consistently ranked highly across its practice areas throughout legal directories. The firm has also won various awards for its commitment to its local community and service to its clients.

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The firm’s award-winning Will’s Trust and Probate team ranked in the Legal 500 is recruiting a senior-level Contentious Probate Solicitor to work alongside existing partners and advise a vast number of Hertfordshire clients as well as HNWI in London and across the UK.

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The successful candidate will bring the expertise to manage a varied and high-quality caseload of inheritance, trust and estate disputes.

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The Candidate

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  • Minimum 5 years PQE as a Contentious Probate Solicitor
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  • Member of ACTAPS - Not Essential but advantageous
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  • A good understanding of the Inheritance Act
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  • Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
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  • Excellent organisation and time-management skills
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  • Strong legal and leadership skills with an eye for detail
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The Benefits and How to Apply

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  • Generous annual leave plus Bank Holidays (dependent on starting level)
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  • Market-leading salary – Up to £82,000 + Bonus Scheme
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  • Death in service
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  • Group income protection
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  • Pension
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  • Onsite Car Parking
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  • Sick pay
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Apply in the strictest of confidence online or via telephone.

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Contact Thomas Brown Retained Consultant

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Office Number: 0203 918 1665 Mobile: 07495 117 132

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Email: [email protected]

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More About William James Recruitment

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William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally. We work with highly regarded clients, including Legal 500-ranked firms, advising on senior and strategic appointments.