Graduate Legal Assistant/Trainee Solicitor - Inheritance & Trust Disputes

Are you on a pathway to qualification? Are you looking to grow your legal career in a firm where your development truly matters?

We are seeking a motivated Graduate Legal Assistant/Trainee Solicitor to join our specialist Inheritance and Trusts Disputes team for a 2-year fixed term where you will receive partial funding towards the cost of your SQE exams or PSC courses. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong interest in contentious private client work to develop expertise in a growing and challenging area of law.

You will work closely with experienced litigators on a wide range of inheritance and trust-related disputes, including: claims under the Inheritance (Provision for Family and Dependants) Act 1975, Will validity challenges (capacity, undue influence, lack of knowledge and approval), trust disputes and trustee applications, contentious probate and estate administration disputes.

The key responsibilities of the role will include (but not limited to):

·         Assisting in managing and providing support on a variety of IHTD cases

·         Conducting legal research, drafting correspondence and pleadings, liaising with clients and counsel

·         Assisting with meditations and court proceedings

·         Preparing witness statements

·         Helping prepare bundles, attending client meetings, and assisting in the management of case files

·         Providing general administrative support and assistance to case handlers.

What we’re looking for:

·         Previous experience in contentious probate or litigation is advantageous, but not essential — full training will be provided

·         Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to learn

·         A team player who thrives in a collaborative environment

·       The ability to work diligently at a highly professional level

·       Commitment to team goals and personal development

·         LPC graduate or enrollment on a relevant SQE course - this role meets the requirements for Qualifying Work Experience (QWE).

Why join the team at JCP?

You will be able to access a range of excellent employee benefits including:

·         Competitive salary and bonus scheme

·         Private medical insurance and health cash plan

·         Employer pension contribution of 4%

·         Cycle to work scheme

·         Internal training and career development opportunities

We value diversity and inclusion at JCP and actively encourage and welcome applications from everyone in our communities, and particularly from those that are underrepresented in our current workforce including those with a disability and those from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) backgrounds.

We are strong supporters of the Welsh language and are very proud to have been the first firm of solicitors to be awarded the “Cynnig Cymraeg/Welsh Offer” recognition by the Welsh Language Commissioner in 2021. We support our Welsh speakers and fund lessons for those who would like to learn Welsh.

Rydym yn gefnogwyr brwd o’r Gymraeg ac yn hynod falch o fod y cwmni cyfreithiol cyntaf i dderbyn cydnabyddiaeth y Cynnig Cymraeg gan Gomisiynydd y Gymraeg yn 2021. Rydym yn cefnogi ein siaradwyr Cymraeg ac yn ariannu gwersi ar gyfer y rhai a hoffai ddysgu’r iaith.

JCP Solicitors is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to ensuring that our recruitment process is open, fair and not influenced by irrelevant considerations.  JCP Solicitors recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, nationality, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or any other prejudice; we therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.

* Please be aware that JCP Solicitors reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.