PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR – 3-5 YRS PQE – HITCHIN REF NO: L4L1156

Sunday, September 13th, 2026

THE ROLE: PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR, WILLS TRUSTS & ESTATE PLANNING
DEPT: PRIVATE CLIENT
PQE LEVEL: 3-5 YEARS
THE LOCATION: HITCHIN, HERTFORDSHIRE
JOB REF NO: L4L1156

Our well-established client law firm is currently seeking a dedicated and experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their talented Wills, Trusts and Probate Team.

Benefits:-
£Competitive salary (Dep on Exp) and performance-based bonuses.
Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
Supportive and collaborative work environment.
Perkbox and Simply Health
Holidays: Standard plus bank holidays
Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 9-5.30pm Monday to Friday (office based)

Key Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload of Wills, Probate, and Estate Administration matters.
You will provide expert legal advice to clients on all aspects of Wills, Trusts, and Estate Planning.
Draft and review legal documents, including Wills, LPA’s (Powers of Attorney), and Trust Deeds.
Liaise with clients, beneficiaries, and third parties to ensure smooth Administration of Estates.
Stay updated with changes in relevant laws and regulations to ensure compliance and best practice.
Support business development activities to build and grow the Wills, Trusts and Probate offering in their Branch.

Skills & Requirements:
A Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 3 to 5 years PQE in Wills and Probate and Estate Planning is ideally preferred.
Strong knowledge of the Inheritance Tax Act 1984 and the Non-contentious Probate Rules 1987.
Excellent working knowledge of Lexcel, Anti-Money Laundering Regulations, the SRA’s Code of Conduct for Solicitors and other applicable Regulatory/Compliance requirements.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong client relationships.
Proven ability to manage a busy caseload efficiently and effectively.
High level of attention to detail and strong organisational skills.
The ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Please note: This role will not suit those without prior experience in this practice area. It is essential to have a good understanding of Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning as you will be entering into a structured Private Client Team, where you will manage a busy caseload.

Should this be the opportunity in Private Client Law you are looking for then please do apply.

*Legals 4 Lawyers will try and respond to all applications within 48 hours. However, we have been experiencing high volumes of applications and if you have not heard from us within this period of time, unfortunately your application will not have been successful. Thank you and good luck.

**Please also check your spam folder just in case we have ended up there!

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WILLS & PROBATE PRACTITIONER/SOLICITOR – POTTERS BAR – REF NO: L4L1150

Tuesday, February 3rd, 2026

THE ROLE: WILLS & PROBATE PRACTITIONER
EXPERIENCE: 8 YEARS PQE +
REF: L4L1150
LOCATION: POTTERS BAR

What’s on offer
£50,000 plus depending on experience
Performance related bonus
Opportunity to develop skills in a thriving practice
Hybrid working arrangements
Paralegal support
Senior Private client lawyer in the Team
Generous holiday/closed for Christmas period

Wills and Probate Practitioner
Our clients are looking for an experienced Wills and Probate /Solicitor Practitioner to join their team based in the Potters Bar office.

Essential Knowledge and Experience
A minimum 8 years’ experience with the ability to work unsurvised and manage a busy caseload.
Wills
Probate and Estate Administration
LPA’s
Court of Protection Deputyship and related matters
Trusts and Tax planning

Essential Skills:

Confident in handling a varied and active caseload
Strong organisational and time-management skills
Able to communicate clearly and professionally with clients
Comfortable working independently while contributing to a wider team

Desired Skills:

Someone who is Keen to support the ongoing development and expansion of the department

Preferred
Contested Probate including Inheritance Act Claims and Will disputes

Requirements
Full clean driving licence

A willingness to attend other offices to take instructions to assist in the expansion of the department and be interested in business development
Should you be looking for the work/life balance and would like to join this well-established law firm who provide a supportive environment along with hybrid flexibility in working arrangements, then please make contact.

Legals 4 Lawyers will try to respond to all applications within 72 hours. However, we experience high volumes of applications and if you have not heard from us within this period of time, unfortunately your application will not have been successful. Thank you and good luck

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FAMILY LAW SOLICITOR – 5+ YRS PQE – LUTON REF NO: L4L1136

Wednesday, September 17th, 2025

The Role: Solicitor – Family Law (with supervisory responsibilities)
Location: Luton
Experience Required: Minimum 5+ years PQE
Job Ref No: L4L1136

About Our Clients
Our clients are a well-established law firm known for providing high-quality, client-focused legal services. They pride themselves on their supportive team culture and their commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for their clients.

Role Overview
They are seeking a highly motivated Solicitor with a minimum of 4+ years post-qualification experience to join their team. The successful candidate will take a lead role in their Family Law department, while also supervising matters in Immigration, Wills, and Non-Contentious Probate. This is a team leader position, requiring strong technical expertise, management skills, and a proactive approach to business development.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage and develop a caseload of family law matters, including divorce, financial remedies, children matters, and domestic abuse cases.
• Strong advocacy skill required to represent clients at court
• Supervise and provide guidance to junior team members handling immigration, wills, and probate files – highly desirable.
• Ensure high standards of client care and compliance with regulatory obligations.
• Act as a team leader, supporting colleagues with professional development and fostering a collaborative working environment.
• Contribute to business growth through networking, client relationship management, and participation in marketing initiatives.
• Oversee file management, billing, and time recording to meet targets.

Skills and Experience
• Minimum of 5+ years PQE, with a strong track record in Family Law.
• Supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Working knowledge of immigration, wills, and probate matters.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Strong leadership qualities with the ability to mentor and motivate team members.
• Commercial awareness and a proactive approach to business development.

What’s on Offer
• £Competitive salary and benefits package and Pension.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Opportunities for career progression and leadership development.
• Flexible working arrangements may be considered.
Holidays : Standard + Bank Holidays

*Legals 4 Lawyers will try and respond to all applications for the role within 72hours. However, we experience high volumes of applications and if you have not heard from us within this period of time, unfortunately your application will not have been successful. Thank you and good luck.

*Please also check your spam folder as sometimes our emails end up there.

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PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR – POTTERS BAR – JOB REF NO: L4L1109

Monday, March 24th, 2025

THE ROLE: PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR
PQE LEVEL: 5+ YRS PQE
LOCATION: POTTERS BAR
JOB TYPE: FULL-TIME/PERMANENT
JOB REF NO: L4L1109

Our niche client law firm based in the area of Potters Bar is currently seeking a dynamic and ambitious individual with extensive expertise in non-contentious Private Client matters, with the future opportunity to develop the role and lead the department.

Key Responsibilities:
To handle a varied caseload of private client matters, including Wills, Trusts, Probate, Estate Planning and tax advice, Lasting Powers of Attorney and Court of Protection.
Must have excellent client management skills, with the ability to build and sustain relationships. Provide strategic direction to the department, ensuring growth and business development. Maintain the firm’s profile through business development, networking and marketing activities.
Demonstrable leadership and management skills with the opportunity to develop the role to lead and manage the department.

Key Requirements:
Qualified Solicitor with 5 + years PQE in Private Client law STEP Qualification or working towards STEP Membership (desirable but not essential).
Strong technical expertise in Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning.
A strategic thinker with a commercial mind-set and a proactive approach to business development. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Attention to detail and strong analytical skills

What’s on offer:

Salary: £upto 80,000pa dep on exp
Benefits:
On site gym and spa with membership
Free parking
Company Pension
On site café and restaurant with staff discount
Opportunity for career progression If you are an enthusiastic and motivated Solicitor with ambition to work as part of a small team with opportunities to oversee and manage the growth of this department then we encourage you to apply.

*Lovely modern offices and location. There could also be some flexibility with hybrid working.

Start Date: ASAP
Hours: 9-5.30pm
Holidays: Standard plus Bank Holidays

If you are looking for a new role within Private Client that is rewarding, satisfying and can offer future development to partnership progression, then look no further.

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