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Contentious Probate Legal Director​/Partner

Job in Oxford, Oxfordshire, OX1, England, UK
Listing for: Chadwick Nott
Full Time, Contract position
Listed on 2026-02-17
Job specializations:
  • Management
  • Law/Legal
    Legal Counsel, Lawyer
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 80000 - 95000 GBP Yearly GBP 80000.00 95000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Contentious Probate Legal Director / Partner

Job title:
Contentious Probate Legal Director / Partner

Location:
Reading or Oxford

Salary: £80,000-£95,000+
PQE Level: 8+ PQE
Contract Type:
Permanent

Working Hours:
Full-time

The Role

You'll advise on the full spectrum of contentious probate matters, including:

  • Challenges to wills and trusts
  • Claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act
  • Disputes involving executors, trustees, and beneficiaries
  • Capacity and undue influence claims
  • Estate administration disputes

The firm is open to candidates at Legal Director level or Senior Associates ready to step up. Partner-level applicants will also be considered where there is a strong strategic and cultural fit.

The Opportunity
  • This is a rare chance to take on a visible and influential role within a well-established firm, with scope to develop the practice and contribute to wider departmental growth. The firm offers a collegiate culture, high-quality work, and a clear pathway for progression.

For more information on this role or other opportunities within Berkshire or the South East in general please do get in touch with Liam Andrews at Chadwick Nott.

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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.

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