Contentious Trust and Probate - Disputes Associate

The role

Harbottle & Lewis is seeking a Contentious Trust and Probate Disputes Associate with 4-6 years of PQE to join their Private Client / Wealth Management and Tax practice in London. This role focuses on complex, high-value, and often cross-border disputes for a sophisticated client base, including wealthy individuals and trustees.

What you'll do

• Act on a broad range of disputes including challenges to the validity of wills
• Act on claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975
• Act on breach of trust and fiduciary duty claims
• Act on removal and replacement of executors and trustees
• Act on complex cross-border succession disputes and offshore trust litigation
• Manage your own caseload under supervision and assist partners on large, high-profile cases
• Draft clear and persuasive pleadings, witness statements and correspondence
• Liaise directly with clients and intermediaries, maintaining the highest standards of client care and discretion
• Prepare for and attend mediations and court hearings
• Support the team’s business development activities, including attending events and contributing to thought leadership

What we're looking for

Benefits