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Yorkshire Pie Company

Locum Probate Solicitor

Yorkshire Pie Company, Yorkshire, Virginia, United States

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We're seeking a locum Probate Solicitor to join our South Yorkshire client for 3-4 days/week on a 1-2 month basis. You'll handle probate matters under a hybrid working model, ideal for an experienced solicitor available immediately.

Client Details Our client is a well‑established, medium‑sized law firm with a 75‑year history of delivering expert personal and business legal services across Yorkshire. They pride themselves on delivering client‑focused, efficient and trustworthy advice across multiple specialisms, including wills, trusts and probate. Working with them offers the chance to be part of a respected legal practice that treats every client as an individual, with a friendly and supportive team culture.

Description

Managing probate files and administering estates (grants, full administration, estates with or without wills)

Advising executors or administrators on the probate process, estate administration, Inheritance Tax, and related matters

Reviewing wills, trusts, and inheritance documentation to ensure compliance and correct execution

Communicating with beneficiaries, executors, HMRC (for tax issues) and other stakeholders

Drafting legal documents including Grant applications, estate accounts, deeds of variation, letters of administration

Liaising with other departments (e. conveyancing, trusts) if necessary to support complex estates

Maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and firm standards

Profile

A qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with relevant probate experience

Experienced handling probate, estate administration, grants of probate/letters of administration, Inheritance Tax matters etc.

Available immediately for a 1-2 month locum assignment

Comfortable working part‑time (3-4 days/week) and able to work in a hybrid model

Organised, efficient and client‑focused, with strong communication skills

Job Offer

Competitive hourly rate of £50-55 per hour, outside IR35

Flexible part‑time working (3-4 days per week)

Hybrid working model

Opportunity to work with a well‑established regional firm with broad practice areas and a strong reputation

Short‑term locum role with immediate start

If you're an experienced Probate Solicitor, apply now or contact Michael Bailey for more information.

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