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Contentious Trusts and Probate Solicitor

CompanyAnthony Gold Solicitors
LocationGreater London
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJune 9, 2026
About The Company
Anthony Gold is a leading London law firm with offices in London Bridge and Streatham. We provide a full range of legal services to both private clients and to businesses. All our lawyers are committed to providing a personal, quality service and achieving the best possible results for our clients. They all specialise in particular areas of the law: Housing and Property Disputes Leasehold Services Injury and Medical Claims Family and Relationships Residential & Commercial Conveyancing Wills, Trusts and Estates Court of Protection Employment Law Civil Litigation Corporate and Commercial Law
About the Role

The Firm

Anthony Gold is a boutique firm based in London Bridge. Our contentious probate team has extensive experience handling the full spectrum of complex contentious probate cases.  Representing both individuals and organisations, this role offers the opportunity to work on a range of medium to high-value disputes, in a wide range of contentious probate matters, often involving complex legal issues and significant estates and trusts.

Our client base is diverse and broad. We are recognised for our expertise in working with high-net-worth individuals and are listed in the Chambers High Net Worth directory. We also work with some of the most disadvantaged in society. We have a leading reputation for working with individuals who have capacity issues and the organisations that support them.

We also act as Independent Administrators, Trustees, and Deputies, and have a range of cases that arise from this work. In particular cases involving the ownership of trust assets and breach of trust by previous trustees.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Contentious Probate Solicitor to join our team, which is recognised by Chambers and Legal 500 as thought leaders for the sector. The successful candidate will be responsible for advising and representing clients in disputes relating to wills, estates, trusts, and inheritance. This role demands strong analytical skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy.

The Role

  • Acting for claimants and defendants in a wide range of contentious probate matters, including challenges to the validity of wills, claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, and disputes involving executors, trustees, and beneficiaries.
  • Providing clear, strategic advice to clients regarding the merits of their case, settlement options, and litigation risks.
  • Drafting legal documents, including statements of case, witness statements, and settlement agreements.
  • Managing cases through all stages of the dispute process, from pre-action correspondence to mediation, court proceedings, and settlement negotiations.
  • Attending court hearings, mediations, and client meetings as required.
  • Maintaining accurate case files and ensuring compliance with regulatory and firm policies.
  • Working collaboratively with colleagues across the private client and litigation teams.
  • Keeping abreast of developments in probate law and best practice and sharing knowledge within the team.

Person Specification

  • Qualified solicitor in England and Wales with at least 2-5 years’ post-qualification experience (PQE) in contentious probate or related litigation.
  • Excellent knowledge of the law relating to wills, probate, trusts, and inheritance disputes.
  • Strong negotiation, advocacy, and drafting skills.
  • Ability to work independently and manage a caseload efficiently.
  • Outstanding communication and client care skills, with a sensitive approach to complex family dynamics.
  • Proactive, organised, and capable of working under pressure to meet deadlines.
  • Commitment to maintaining high standards of professional ethics and confidentiality.

Qualifications

  • ACTAPS (Association of Contentious Trust and Probate Specialists) membership or willingness to work towards accreditation.
  • Experience in alternative dispute resolution, including mediation.
  • Business development and networking capabilities.
  • Experience with high-value or complex estate disputes.

Benefits

  • Competitive salary
  • Private Medical Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Income Protection
  • Contributory Pension
  • Discretionary annual staff bonus
  • Reduced gym membership 
  • Discount vouchers through one of our suppliers
  • Season Ticket Loan
  • Additional 2 days off for Christmas
Key Skills
Contentious ProbateWills And EstatesTrust LawInheritance DisputesLegal DraftingCase ManagementNegotiationAdvocacyClient CareAlternative Dispute ResolutionMediationLitigation Risk Assessment
Categories
Legal
Benefits
Competitive SalaryPrivate Medical InsuranceLife InsuranceIncome ProtectionContributory PensionDiscretionary Annual Staff BonusReduced Gym MembershipDiscount VouchersSeason Ticket LoanAdditional 2 Days Off For Christmas
Job Information
📋Core Responsibilities
The role involves advising and representing clients in disputes regarding wills, estates, and trusts, including challenges to will validity and claims under the Inheritance Act 1975. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, managing cases from pre-action to settlement, and attending court hearings.
📋Job Type
permanent employee
📊Experience Level
2-5
💼Company Size
194
📊Visa Sponsorship
No
💼Language
English
🏢Working Hours
40 hours
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