Full job description
Role: Contentious Probate Paralegal
Location: York, North Yorkshire
Salary: £26,000 - £30,000
Contract: Full time, permanent

A highly respected and long-established Yorkshire law firm is seeking a Contentious Probate Paralegal to join its growing Dispute Resolution team in York.
This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious paralegal with litigation or private client experience to develop a specialist career within the increasingly busy and rewarding field of contentious probate.
Working alongside experienced solicitors who specialise in inheritance and estate disputes, you will assist on a broad range of matters including:
*Inheritance Act claims
*Will validity disputes
*Executor and trustee disputes
*Claims involving undue influence, lack of capacity and lack of knowledge and approval
*Estate administration disputes
*Proprietary estoppel and trust-related claims
The Role
You will play a key role in supporting fee earners throughout the lifecycle of contentious probate matters, including:
*Managing and progressing case files
*Drafting correspondence, witness statements and court documents
*Conducting legal research
*Liaising with clients, counsel, experts and third parties
*Preparing bundles and supporting mediation and court proceedings
*Assisting with disclosure exercises and evidence gathering
*Maintaining case management systems and ensuring compliance with procedural deadlines
About You
Applications are welcomed from candidates who can demonstrate:
*Previous experience as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant or Fee Earner
*Experience within litigation, contentious probate, private client or dispute resolution work
*Excellent written and verbal communication skills
*Strong organisational abilities and attention to detail
*A proactive and client-focused approach
*The ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment

Candidates with a law degree, LPC, SQE studies or equivalent legal qualifications are encouraged to apply, although practical experience will be considered equally.
The Opportunity
This role offers the chance to join a supportive and collaborative team within a well-established regional practice that is recognised for delivering high-quality legal advice to private clients across Yorkshire.
The successful candidate will benefit from:
*Exposure to high-quality contentious probate work
*Ongoing training and professional development
*Clear progression opportunities
*A supportive and inclusive working environment
*Competitive salary and benefits package
Apply
For a confidential discussion about this opportunity, or to submit your application, please contact:
Lauren Hopkinson
CRA Consulting
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