Private Client Solicitor

Our client is seeking a Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive to join their reputable and successful team in Birmingham. Essential responsibilities: • Preparation of wills and trusts; • Preparation of Probate Applications • LPAs, • Applications to the Court of Protection and advising elderly and vulnerable clients. • Contentious and non-contentious probate • Deed of variations and gifts • Administration of estates (small/large) and trusts; • Dealing with queries corresponding with solicitors, Probate Registry, Land Registry, OPG and other 3rd party companies as appropriate to each case Desirable Responsibilities: • Advising on trusts for pension and life insurance policies; • Advising on tax matters with emphasis on Inheritance Tax mitigation; • Advising clients with regard to elderly issues • Estate planning for asset protection with a focus on tax minimisation, care fees and third party creditors; • Managing relationships with IFAs, accountants and clients and must be willing to work closely with other departments within the firm on joint projects. Main purposes of role • Undertake fee earning work and provide a profitable contribution to the work of the department. • Ensure the successful development of the firm in line with the business plan. Qualifications • 2+ years PQE experience as a broad-spectrum private client Solicitor/Legal Executive. The candidate will also • require an excellent track record as a solicitor and solid academic background Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful