Wills and Probate Solicitor

Wills and Probate Solicitor
Manchester
£40,000 + (DoE)
My client is a nationally recognized law firm, known for its exceptional legal services with a personal touch. Over the past five years, they have grown to 110 employees across nine locations. The firm is ranked highly in Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners for its expertise. They offer a dynamic, rewarding environment with a strong focus on growth, innovation, and career development, all while maintaining a reputation for client satisfaction and excellence.
Responsibilities:

• Drafting wills to reflect clients' wishes on estate distribution, guardianship, and personal directives.
• Preparing complex wills, including discretionary and life interest trusts, and addressing business and farm issues.
• Creating lasting powers of attorney (LPA) for property, financial affairs, and health and welfare.
• Reviewing and updating existing wills, trusts, and other legal documents to ensure compliance with current laws.
• Managing the probate application process, including obtaining a grant of probate or letters of administration.
• Handling asset collection, debt settlement, and distribution of estate assets to beneficiaries.
• Ensuring tax compliance, including filing inheritance tax, income tax, and capital gains tax returns.
• Advising clients on estate planning, inheritance tax minimization, trust creation, and ongoing legal support.

Qualifications:

• Qualified Solicitor in England and Wales with a minimum of 4 years PQE in wills and probate law.
• Extensive knowledge of estate planning, wills, and probate matters.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage a diverse caseload with strong organisational capabilities.
• Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to delivering high standards of client care.
• Membership in the Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners (STEP) is an advantage.

If you’re an experienced wills and probate solicitor looking for a new opportunity, I want to hear from you! Please submit your CV or email Danny on D.Bentley@Puroassociates.com