Private Client Lawyer

About the role

An excellent opportunity to join a supportive, forward‑thinking firm in County Durham, managing a varied private client caseload and progressing your legal career.

Key responsibilities

• Manage a varied private client caseload, advising on wills, estate planning, probate, estate administration, trusts, lasting powers of attorney and deputyship matters from instruction through to completion.
• Build long‑term client relationships within a collaborative working culture.
• Contribute to the firm’s growth while developing your own career alongside experienced practitioners.

Required profile

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with experience in private client matters.
• Proven ability to manage your own caseload and deliver exceptional client care.
• Experience advising on wills, probate, estate administration, trusts, lasting powers of attorney and deputyship.
• Proactive, organised approach with an interest in business development.

What we offer

• Flexible working arrangements.
• Competitive salary up to £60,000, dependent on experience.
• Collaborative culture that supports professional development.
• Opportunity to build long‑term client relationships in a respected firm.