Principal Associate Director

Contentious Probate Principal Associate / Legal Director – Birmingham – Up to £105,000 + Benefits A highly regarded National law firm is seeking an experienced Contentious Probate Principal Associate / Legal Director to join its Birmingham team and play a key role in the continued growth of the practice. This is a really exciting opportunity for a senior Contentious Probate lawyer to join an established team with the backing of a Legal 500-renowned Partner and the platform of a highly respected national firm. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to handle high-quality work, develop client relationships and play an important role in the future growth of the Birmingham Contentious Probate team. This Contentious Probate Principal Associate / Legal Director role would suit a commercially minded lawyer who is looking for a senior position within a strong team, with genuine scope to develop their profile, client base and career. The Role:

• Handle a varied caseload of complex and high-value Contentious Probate matters
• Advise individuals, families, trustees and other interested parties on contentious trust and estate matters
• Deal with disputes concerning wills, trusts, estates and inheritance
• Work closely with a Legal 500-renowned Partner and wider Private Client team
• Play an active role in developing and growing the Birmingham Contentious Probate practice
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships
• Identify and support business development opportunities
• Mentor and support more junior members of the team
• Contribute to the strategic development of the Birmingham offering The Candidate:
• Senior Contentious Probate Solicitor at Principal Associate, Legal Director or equivalent level
• Strong technical experience across a broad range of contentious probate matters
• Experience handling complex and high-value disputes involving wills, trusts and estates
• Strong client relationship and business development skills
• Commercially astute with a genuine interest in growing a practice
• Ambitious and keen to play a key role in the continued development of a Birmingham team
• Able to work effectively as part of a collaborative and established team The Benefits and How to Apply:
• Salary up to £105,000
• Hybrid and flexible working
• Competitive benefits package
• Excellent platform for career progression
• Opportunity to work alongside a Legal 500-renowned Partner
• Genuine opportunity to help shape and grow the Birmingham Contentious Probate team Apply in strict confidence online or via telephone (no CV required) Contact: Robert Holland, Retained Consultant Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 | Mobile: 07951 097 638 Email: robert.holland@williamjamesrecruitment.com More About William James Recruitment William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally, advising on senior and strategic appointments.