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Private Client Solicitor
Posted 4 days 14 hours ago by Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
Permanent
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Lancashire, Blackburn, United Kingdom, BB1 1
Job Description
Private Client Solicitor
Location: East Lancashire / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
An expanding and well-established law firm is seeking an ambitious and driven Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive to join its growing team. The firm has a strong reputation for developing legal talent, providing clear career progression for those who are approachable, compassionate, knowledgeable, and professional.
The Role:

Location: East Lancashire / Hybrid
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
An expanding and well-established law firm is seeking an ambitious and driven Private Client Solicitor / Legal Executive to join its growing team. The firm has a strong reputation for developing legal talent, providing clear career progression for those who are approachable, compassionate, knowledgeable, and professional.
The Role:
- Drafting tax-efficient Wills tailored to clients' individual needs.
- Providing inheritance tax mitigation and asset protection advice.
- Advising on the use of lifetime trusts, particularly in relation to care fee planning.
- Managing the administration of estates, including taxable estates.
- Handling the administration of trusts and ensuring compliance with legal obligations.
- Preparing and registering Lasting Powers of Attorney.
- Making Court of Protection applications and advising on deputyship matters.
- A qualified Solicitor ideally 0-3 years PQE.
- Candidates with more experience or those looking to re-train from other areas of law are also encouraged to apply.
- Strong technical knowledge in Wills, Trusts, Probate, and Tax Planning.
- A client-focused approach, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage a caseload independently, while also working collaboratively within a team.
- Proactive and commercially aware, with a keen interest in business development.
Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment
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