Private Client Solicitor

PRIVATE CLIENT SOLICITOR (4PQE - PARTNER LEVEL) A prestigious full-service law firm located in the heart of Newcastle city centre, is expanding its Private Client team. This is an exceptional chance for a seasoned Private Client Solicitor to join a dynamic and high-performing department. This role allows you to work in state-of-the-art offices with a team that values excellence and client satisfaction. The firm provides a comprehensive service across a wide range of practice areas, ensuring a diverse and stimulating work environment. Role Responsibilities: - Provide comprehensive and accurate legal advice and guidance to both existing and new clients. - Manage a diverse caseload, handling matters related to Wills, administration of estates, LPAs, trusts, and estate planning. - Prepare legal documents, including drafting Wills, trusts, and LPAs. - Maintain accurate, detailed, and up-to-date case files, ensuring confidentiality and adherence to data protection regulations. - Offer guidance during probate and estate administration processes, drafting associated documents such as Legal Statements, HMRC forms, and Deeds of Variation. - Contribute to marketing and business development activities for the team and firm. - Supervise and support more junior team members. - Administer trusts created both in lifetime and on death, ensuring HMRC compliance and collaborating with trustees, investment advisers, and accountants. - Engage in business development to grow a network of introducers and raise the profile of the team and firm. Skills and Experience Required: - Qualified solicitor or experienced fee earner with expertise in private client law. - Strong knowledge of Wills, trusts, probate, estate planning, tax planning, and asset protection. - Ideally, experience with succession planning for rural/farming clients. - Preferably a qualified member of STEP. - Ability to balance client demands, caseload, and non-casework responsibilities. - Adherence to file and case management policies and procedures. - Accurate recording of all time, chargeable and non-chargeable. - Efficient billing of files. - Team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills. - Proven track record of providing high-quality legal advice and achieving positive client outcomes. - Ability to work independently and manage a caseload effectively. - Commitment to maintaining up-to-date knowledge and skills in relevant practice areas. - Willingness to engage in business development activities. This role is ideal for a dedicated professional seeking to advance their career in a supportive and forward-thinking firm. For more information on this Private Client Solicitor role in Newcastle, please contact Rozie Hunter at BCL Legal. BCL Legal is an equal opportunities employer.