Private Client Solicitor
Job Type : Permanent, Full Time
Salary :
Job Role: Private Client Solicitor
Location: Sunderland
Company: A firm that has been trusted for generations to provide an efficient service to both private and business clients.
Key Duties & Responsibilities include:
• Preparation of Wills, including those utilising trusts to assist with more complex family situations
• IHT/CGT Planning
• Preparation of Powers of Attorney to include registration of EPAs and LPAs
• Court of Protection practice
• Administration of taxable and non-taxable estates
• Trust administration
• To provide an ongoing service to existing clients
• Develop and enhance the Wills, Trusts and Probate Department
• To keep informed of all changes in the Law and Practice in own area of work
• Maintain and enhance up to date legal skills.
• Perform fee earning work accurately, reliably and in accordance with the firm’s quality and risk procedures
Key requirements:
• Ability to work with confidence, managing own caseload.
• Strong planning and organisational skills.
• Clear understanding of Money Laundering Regulations and Solicitors Account Rules.
• Ability to identify and deal with clients who may have issues with mental capacity.
• Ability to work on own initiative and under pressure
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong IT skills
• Friendly and approachable with a professional manner
If you think you are suited to this role, please do not hesitate to apply
More Information
- Address Sunderland, Tyne & Wear