PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR 3 plus PQE Location: Gloucestershire Salary: £50,000 - £70,000 DOE Job Reference: 36951 Our Client, a reputable and expanding law firm, is seeking an experienced private client solicitor with a minimum of 3years post-qualification experience (PQE) to join their growing private client Law team.This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse caseload of private client matters matters.What is on offer? Being a part of an exciting, growing business who truly put clients first.The opportunity to have a hybrid-style, flexible working pattern, based between the office andhome.Salary based on experience and the value you can bring the firm. Including an EmployeePension Scheme.The ability to develop yourself professionally through internal and external training. We investin you, if you invest in us!24 days of annual leave plus Bank HolidaysA variety of employee benefits including Life Assurance, Corporate Healthcare Plan, Flexible/Hybrid Working, Bonus Scheme, Opticians Scheme, Free Parking, Staff Discounts andChristmas Saving Club.The RoleEstablished role within the Private Client Department.Proven background and demonstrable enthusiasm for Private Client work. To include: Contentious Probate work to include but not limited to claims under Inheritance(Provision for Family and Dependants Act) 1975.Preparation of WillsAdministration of Estates for business and private clientsLifetime and Post-Death Tax PlanningLasting Powers of AttorneyCourt of Protection OrdersResidential and Nursing Care IssuesTrust formation and administrationExcellent opportunity to gain skills and experience and have a hand in the development of along established, forward-thinking and expanding firm.The role will also involve active participation in the firm's marketing, article drafting, PR,business development, social media and networking activities, as appropriate.Your Experience & Technical Ability Circa 3 years PQE.The STEP or SFE qualification would be preferred but is not essential.Knowledge of the law relating to Contested Wills and Inheritance Act claims.Demonstrable experience of successfully having acted for clients in contentious Probatematters.Ability to advise and progress claims on behalf of a dependent under IPFDA 1975.Experience in a variety of different areas of dispute in Probate, including disputes over thevalidity of a Will, capacity of the testator and disputes as to an estate administration and costscharged by the person administering an estate.Preparation of responses to a Larke v Nugus request.Demonstrate an understanding of the preparation of Wills (including Wills incorporatingmeasures aimed at asset protection and mitigation of tax).Fundamental principles of inheritance, capital gains and income tax and their application inan estate planning context.Knowledge relating to formation, administration and taxation of trusts; administration ofestates; deeds of variation.Preparation and registration of Lasting Powers of Attorney; providing specialist advice forelderly clients.Ability and willingness to learn and manage workload in an efficient and organised mannerand meet clients' demanding requirements.Able to communicate very well in writing using correct grammar and plain English.Enthusiastic, willing and strong team player, have an excellent balance between technicalability and commercial awareness.Possess strong organisational and inter-personal skills and be IT proficient.IMPORTANT: PLEASE CHECK YOUR EMAIL (INCLUDING SPAM FOLDER) FOR CONFIRMATION THAT YOUR APPLICATION HAS BEEN RECEIVED.In accordance with The Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003, Regulation 19.''