Contentious Private Client Solicitor

Job title: Contentious Private Client Solicitor
Location: Oxford
Salary: £60k-£75k - depending on experience
PQE Level: 2+
Contract Type: Permanent
Working Hours: Full-time

This role offers the opportunity to join a market-leading private client practice in Oxford, specialising in contentious probate. Ranked in Legal 500 and Chambers, the firm is known for its high-quality work, strong client base, and supportive, ambitious culture.

You will handle a varied caseload, including contested probate, will disputes, inheritance claims, and trust and estate disputes. The role involves working collaboratively on complex matters, building strong client relationships, and contributing to the team's growth. You will also guide clients through sensitive situations with empathy and clear, practical advice.

This is an excellent opportunity for solicitors with relevant experience seeking a fresh challenge, offering high-quality work alongside a healthy work-life balance, strong mentoring, and clear progression. It may also suit private client solicitors with some disputes experience looking to specialise in this niche area.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Oxfordshire or the Southeast in general please do get in touch with Will Webster at Chadwick Nott:

Tel: 0117 945 1634
Mob: 0773 370 0509
Email: willwebster@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.*