Summary: A well-established law firm in Leeds is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor to join their team on a locum basis. The role involves preparing wills, handling estate administration, advising on trust structures, and drafting lasting powers of attorney. The position is ongoing and requires a qualified solicitor with relevant experience in private client matters. The start date is as soon as possible.

Key Responsibilities:

• Prepare and review wills, ensuring they reflect the client's wishes and comply with legal requirements.
• Handle the administration of estates, including obtaining grants of probate, distributing assets, and resolving any related issues.
• Advise clients on trust structures, inheritance tax planning, and other aspects of wealth management and preservation.
• Draft and advise on lasting powers of attorney for property, financial affairs, and health and welfare.

Key Skills:

• Qualified Solicitor with solid experience in areas such as wills, probate, trusts, inheritance tax, powers of attorney, and estate administration.
• In-depth understanding of laws related to estate planning, tax, inheritance, and trust law.
• High level of accuracy in drafting documents and reviewing legal files, ensuring all information is correct and compliant.
• Strong analytical skills to identify and address legal issues and disputes relating to estates, trusts, and wills.

Salary (Rate): 55

City: Leeds

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Legal