Contentious Probate Solicitor

Contentious Probate Solicitor at Field Seymour Parkes LLP

Field Seymour Parkes LLP, a full-service law firm based in Reading, UK, is seeking a Contentious Probate Solicitor to join its Will Disputes & Contentious Probate team. The firm is ranked as a Top Tier Firm by Legal 500 and Top Ranked by Chambers & Partners, and recently joined the Lawfront group in April 2026.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Minimum 2 years of civil litigation experience.
• Experience in contentious probate work is required.
• Ideal candidates have experience in both contentious probate and non-contentious private client work during their training contract or early career.
• Junior Solicitor level (Associate seniority).

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage a caseload of contentious probate matters, including Inheritance Act claims (Claimant and Defendant), challenges to Will validity, and executor/administrator disputes.
• Handle estate administration disputes, Court of Protection disputes, and various types of trust disputes.
• Run own cases while collaborating with colleagues on large matters.
• Work under the supervision of the Head of the Will Disputes & Contentious Probate team, a Legal 500 Leading Individual.

Compensation & Mode

• Stipend/Salary: Not specified in the source.
• Employment Type: Full-time (Part-time and flexible working patterns are considered).

Application Procedure

1. Visit the official LinkedIn job posting for Field Seymour Parkes LLP.
2. Click the 'Apply' button on the job page.
3. Submit your application via the linked portal or email as directed by the firm.

Official Notification & Contact

• Application Link: LinkedIn Job Posting
• Location: Reading, England, United Kingdom