We have a new opportunity for a Probate Litigation Solicitor (8PQE+) to join our leading specialist team in Altrincham.

Our firm

Myerson is a Top 200 UK Law Firm as recognised by The Lawyer. We are also proud to be ranked ‘Top Tier’ by The Legal 500, commended by The Times ‘Best Law Firms 2019 and 2023’ and accredited as ‘World Class’ in the Best Companies League Table 2023.

We are one of the largest independent law firms in the North West, a bold claim we are proud to make because it’s been hard won. No instant growth through acquisition or merger. Instead, growth earned from our day-to-day endeavours, an entrepreneurial approach to doing business and a rock-solid reputation. We recruit staff who are motivated by our core values and have an affinity to our collegiate and independent ethos.

In September 2024 Myerson became a 100% employee-owned business. We are incredibly proud to be the first law firm in the Manchester market to make this positive step. Being employee owned means we have taken steps to safeguard our independence, stability and people first culture for years to come.

The team

Our Contentious Trusts and Probate team deal with a wide range of high-value and complex cases and its strong reputation is long-recognised by The Legal 500 granting them ‘Top Tier’ status. The team is one of the largest in the country and continues to go from strength to strength. 

Typical matters include:

Drafting Larke-v-Nugus letters and interrogate and interpret responses.
Acting for claimants and defendants on IPFDA claims and validity challenges, including drafting proceedings, drafting witness statements, undertaking disclosure and instructing counsel.
Assessing and reviewing enquiries and advising members of the public. Converting those enquiries into clients.
Applying for medical records reviewing and interpreting the same.
Assisting with matters arising from the Myerson Private Client team, including advising on Estates that become contested.
Giving accurate, prompt, realistic and relevant advice in response to clients’ enquiries whilst managing their expectations.
Gaining an understanding of clients’ requirements and how to achieve their needs.
Developing and maintaining strong relationships with clients.
Actively promoting marketing opportunities, including; writing blogs and press releases, and to be pro-active in networking and business development
Playing a key role in developing business for the department
Supervising and mentoring junior members of the team
Attending internal and external training and networking events

Who we are looking for

The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor with at least 8PQE. Previous experience in dealing with contentious probate matters is essential, ideally at a national or leading regional practice. 

The position would suit those with a good academic background and training, who are looking to further develop their career. Candidates are required to have an excellent client management and matter management skills. The ability to work well with experienced professionals, within a team orientated environment whilst maintaining high work standards and finding sound solutions to complex legal issues is essential.
The successful candidate will conduct their own work, supervise junior members of the team and work on a wide range of contentious trusts and probate matters, providing high quality advice representing a leading law firm.

We are strong advocates of a successful work/life balance, finding forward-thinking individuals with enthusiasm for their role.