Solicitor - Private Client

at  Taylor Rose

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Senior Private Client Solicitor to join our esteemed legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of private client matters, including wills, trusts, and estate planning. This role requires excellent communication skills and the ability to negotiate effectively on behalf of clients. You will be responsible for providing high-quality legal advice and support to individuals and families, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and care.
Taylor Rose are an ambitious and successful full service law firm, who are expanding our non property teams and the success of our Private Client team is calling to further add talent to our Carter Lane office. We are happy to consider hybrid working upon completion of training and orientation. We work Monday to Friday, 9.00am to 17.00pm, offer 26 days holiday plus Bank Holidays and a competitive fee earner reward scheme.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Legally qualified
• Ability to use case management systems
• High standard of computer literacy
• Must be adaptable and flexible
• Must have good time management and organisational skills
• Ability to demonstrate specialist knowledge about Private Client Law.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Effective management of own time, ensuring that chargeable and non-chargeable hours targets are met.
• Working on files as appropriate, including drafting letters, collating evidence and preparing cost letters.
• Dealing with new Clients and liaising with regards to the initial enquiries.
• Managing legal documentation in strict confidence.
• Attending Client meetings, taking instructions and preparing cases.
• Conduct matters on behalf of Clients in line with their instructions. Management of support services, including supervision of Paralegals and Legal Secretaries.
• Financial control with particular regard to cashflow control through collection of monies on account and billing procedures
  Taylor Rose will contact you by telephone or email regarding your application. We do not ask for personal details upon application and all emails will come from a legitimate email address. If you are asked to respond to an application with your personal details, then please contact the Recruitment team.