Private Client Solicitor (Locum/Temporary)

Private Client Locum Solicitor - Monmouthshire

Start: ASAP

Duration: 3-6 months

Location: Monmouthshire office (minimum 2 days per week in the office, ideally 3)

Working pattern: Full‑time or part‑time considered

Hourly rate: Competitive

Parking: On‑site parking available

Role description

My client is seeking an experienced Private Client Locum Solicitor to join their Monmouthshire office on a temporary basis. The successful candidate will handle a full range of private client matters and must be able to work independently with minimal supervision. A STEP qualification is preferred but not essential. We will also consider highly experienced Legal Executives.

Experience required

• Qualified Solicitor (preferred) or highly experienced Legal Executive
• STEP qualification desirable
• Strong background in private client work, including probate and trusts
• Ability to manage files autonomously and hit the ground running
• Confident working with clients, executors, beneficiaries and third parties
• Strong technical knowledge of wills, estate administration and tax considerations
• Ability to attend the office 2-3 days per week
• Excellent communication, organisation and file‑management skills

Typical duties

• Managing a caseload of private client matters from instruction to completion
• Advising on and drafting wills, including complex and bespoke wills
• Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney
• Handling probate applications, including Grants of Probate and Letters of Administration
• Administering estates, including collecting assets, paying liabilities and preparing estate accounts
• Advising on inheritance tax, reliefs and exemptions
• Drafting and advising on trusts, including creation, administration and termination
• Preparing deeds of variation and other associated documents
• Liaising with executors, trustees, beneficiaries, financial advisers and HMRC
• Conducting client meetings in person and remotely
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory and firm procedures
• Maintaining accurate file notes and up‑to‑date case management records
• Providing clear, empathetic and professional client care throughout

If you are interested and available please apply ASAP or email your CV to shannonhewes@chadwicknott.co.uk

*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*