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Dispute Resolution Senior Associate

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  • £70000 - £80000 per annum + holidays + enhanced benefits
  • Guildford, Surrey
  • Permanent
  • Legal, Private Practice

Senior Associate - Private Wealth Disputes
Salary: £70,000 - £80,000
Location: South East (Hybrid working available)

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Senior Associate to join a highly regarded, top-tier law firm (recognised in the Legal 500 and Chambers) within its specialist Private Wealth Disputes team.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on complex, high-value and often high-profile contentious private client matters, advising high-net-worth individuals, families, trustees and beneficiaries within a supportive and collaborative environment.

The Role

You will handle a broad range of private wealth disputes, including:

  • Contentious probate and estate disputes

  • Inheritance Act claims

  • Trust disputes and administration issues

  • Court of Protection-related matters

  • Challenges to wills and issues of capacity

You will manage your own caseload while also supporting senior lawyers on more complex matters, gaining exposure to high-quality work and sophisticated clients.

Key Responsibilities

  • Managing a varied caseload of complex contentious private client matters

  • Providing clear, strategic and sensitive advice to clients

  • Building and maintaining strong client relationships

  • Supporting business development and networking initiatives

  • Collaborating with colleagues across the wider firm

About You

  • Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent) with relevant experience (typically 5+ PQE)

  • Experience in private wealth disputes, contentious probate or similar litigation

  • Strong technical knowledge and excellent attention to detail

  • A commercial and empathetic approach to client service

  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills

  • A collaborative team player with a proactive attitude

Salary & Benefits

  • £70,000 - £80,000

  • Hybrid and flexible working options

  • Bonus and comprehensive benefits package

  • Clear progression opportunities within a growing team

  • Supportive and inclusive working culture

This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking firm known for its high-quality work, strong reputation in private wealth, and genuine commitment to career development and work-life balance.

For more information or to apply, please get in touch.

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Ashleigh Curtis Recruitment Consultant

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