Private Client Solicitor - London, United Kingdom - RecruitmentService

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London, United Kingdom

3 weeks ago

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Description

Job Title:
Private Client Solicitor/Legal Executive

Overall purpose of the role
This is an opportunity for an enthusiastic Solicitor/Legal Executive.

You will be joining a busy team in North London reporting to the Supervising Partner and will be expected to handle a wide, varied caseload of Private Client Law including Wills and Probate,Tax and Planning, Trusts and Power of Attorney.

This role will require undertaking fee earning work, working both independently and as a member of the team, maintaining existing relations with the firm's clients and to assist and help develop new relationships with third parties.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

Taking instructions and giving advice.
Conducting matters according to Lexcel standard.
Preparing basic and trust wills.
Conducting Estate administration to include preparing IHT return and Grant of Probate Applications.
Preparing Lasting Powers of Attorney.
Preparing Court of Protection Applications.

The Person

Key Skills and Qualities:

Experience in Private Client Law and knowledge of the Lexcel requirement is essential and work processed to these standards
Strong organisation and timemanagement skills to record all chargeable time and handle multiple workstreams in a dynamic and changing environment.
IT proficiency, being comfortable in using Case Management software, Microsoft Office and Probate packages.
Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal English.

Requirements:

Ability to commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required): N14 6PT