Contentious Trusts Paralegal

Job description

Role: Contentious Probate Paralegal

Location: Birmingham

Firm: Legal 500

Salary: DOE

Overview

An established and highly regarded regional law firm is seeking a Contentious Probate Paralegal to join its busy litigation team in Birmingham. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with a strong interest in contentious trusts and estates work to gain hands-on experience in complex and high-value disputes.

Key Responsibilities

• Assisting solicitors with a broad range of contentious probate matters, including will disputes, inheritance claims, and trust disputes
• Drafting legal documents, correspondence, and witness statements
• Managing case files, ensuring compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements
• Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries
• Liaising with clients, counsel, experts, and other third parties in a professional manner
• Attending client meetings and, where appropriate, court hearings
• Supporting with disclosure exercises and trial preparation

Requirements

• Previous experience in litigation or contentious probate (preferred but not essential)
• A law degree (LLB) or equivalent legal qualification; LPC/SQE preparation or completion advantageous
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure
• A proactive and team-oriented approach

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with the Civil Procedure Rules
• Experience assisting with mediation or alternative dispute resolution
• Exposure to high-value or complex estates

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Structured training and career development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Exposure to high-quality, complex legal work

If this is of interest please get in touch with Rory Brand at Simpson Judge for a highly confidential chat

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Birmingham

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

01-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English