Contentious Probate Solicitor/ILEX at Executive Network Legal Limited

Position Contentious Probate Solicitor/ILEX
Posted 07 Jun 2026
Expired 07 Jul 2026
Company Executive Network Legal Limited
Location Bedfordshire | GB
Job Type Full Time

Job Description:

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Job Description

Contentious Probate Solicitor/ILEX // Bedford // Hybrid working arrangements available // Competitive salary + bonus. An established and highly regarded law firm is seeking an ambitious Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its growing Litigation team, focusing on contentious probate matters. 
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\nThis is an excellent opportunity for a litigation lawyer with experience in contentious probate disputes to take ownership of a varied caseload while working alongside experienced specialists on complex and high-value matters. You will manage your own caseload of contentious matters, providing expert advice and representation to clients from initial instruction through to resolution. The role offers exposure to a broad range of disputes and the opportunity to support and mentor junior team members.
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\nKey responsibilities include:

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  • Managing a full caseload of contentious probate and private client litigation matters
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  • Conducting legal research, investigations and early case assessments
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  • Advising clients on complex and sensitive disputes
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  • Drafting pleadings, statements of case and court documentation
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  • Preparing matters for court and attending hearings, conferences and mediations
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  • Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and other third parties
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  • Managing files effectively and ensuring compliance with court deadlines
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  • Assisting on larger, more complex claims within the team
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  • Supervising and supporting junior colleagues where appropriate
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\nThe successful candidate will:

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  • Be a qualified Solicitor or ILEX with strong probate litigation experience
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  • Circa 5+ years' litigation experience, although applications from strong candidates outside this range are welcomed
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  • Experience handling contentious probate matters
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  • Strong knowledge of the Civil Procedure Rules
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  • Excellent client care and communication skills
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  • The ability to manage competing deadlines and priorities effectively
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  • A proactive, organised and commercially minded approach
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  • Confidence dealing with sensitive matters, often with emotionally vulnerable clients
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\nWhat's on offer?

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  • Competitive salary DOE
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  • Performance-related bonus scheme
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  • Additional holiday incentive scheme
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  • 26 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays
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  • Pension contribution
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  • Healthcare plan
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  • Supportive and collaborative team environment
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  • Genuine opportunities for career progression
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\nIf you're looking to develop your career in a respected litigation team with a strong reputation for contentious probate work, we'd love to hear from you.
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\neNL will never share your CV with a third party without your express permission. As part of our candidate care process, we aim to respond to all applications in 7 days. If you have not been contacted within this timescale, your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion. Please note our advertisements use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide.
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\nAt eNL we value diversity and inclusion. We want to attract people at all levels and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates whatever your ethnicity, religion, age, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or any characteristics protected by law in the jurisdictions in which we operate.

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Job Info:

  • Company: Executive Network Legal Limited
  • Position: Contentious Probate Solicitor/ILEX
  • Work Location: Bedfordshire
  • Country: GB

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