Private Client Solicitor (4+ years' PQE)
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What you'll do
- Lead the administration and winding-up of complex, high-value estates and trusts for private individuals, trustees, and beneficiaries both in Ireland and overseas.
- Deliver tailored succession planning advice, capital tax structuring (CAT/CGT), draft complex Wills and Trust Wills, and advise on asset transfers via gift or inheritance.
- Advise clients on Powers of Attorney, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Decision-Making Representative Orders, and legacy Wardship discharge matters.
- Manage contentious estate matters, leveraging alternative dispute resolution (mediation/arbitration) and court representation to protect client interests.
- Work cross-functionally with internal teams while maintaining empathy, sensitivity, and long-term client relationships.
What they're looking for
- Qualified Solicitor in Ireland with a minimum of 4+ years' PQE specialising in Private Client / Wills, Probate & Estate Planning in Ireland.
- Strong technical knowledge of probate law, trust administration, capacity legislation, and relevant capital tax principles.
- High degree of empathy, emotional intelligence, and discretion when handling sensitive family matters.
- Highly organised approach to managing a varied caseload, paired with strong client-facing interpersonal skills.
Nice to have
- STEP qualification is desirable but not essential.
- Experience in handling contentious probate matters and/or alternative dispute resolution pathways is advantageous.
Summarised by NextRaise from the employer’s description, which follows in full below.
Full description from employer
- Award-Winning Irish Commercial Law Firm
- Highly Competitive Salary & Benefits Package
An outstanding opportunity has arisen for an experienced Private Client Solicitor (4+ years' PQE) to join the market-leading practice of our client, an award-winning Irish commercial law firm in Dublin. The firm offers a highly supportive, forward-thinking, and sustainable working environment.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Estate & Trust Administration: Lead the administration and winding-up of complex, high-value estates and trusts for private individuals, trustees, and beneficiaries both in Ireland and overseas.
- Comprehensive Wealth & Estate Planning: Deliver tailored succession planning advice, capital tax structuring (CAT/CGT), draft complex Wills and Trust Wills, and advise on asset transfers via gift or inheritance.
- Capacity & Decision Support: Advise clients on Powers of Attorney, Enduring Powers of Attorney, Decision-Making Representative Orders, and legacy Wardship discharge matters.
- Contentious Probate & ADR: Manage contentious estate matters, leveraging alternative dispute resolution (mediation/arbitration) and court representation to protect client interests.
- Collaborative Practice & Client Relations: Work cross-functionally with internal teams while maintaining empathy, sensitivity, and long-term client relationships.
Job Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor in Ireland with a minimum of 4+ years' PQE specialising in Private Client / Wills, Probate & Estate Planning in Ireland.
- Strong technical knowledge of probate law, trust administration, capacity legislation, and relevant capital tax principles.
- STEP qualification is desirable but not essential.
- Experience in handling contentious probate matters and/or alternative dispute resolution pathways is advantageous.
- High degree of empathy, emotional intelligence, and discretion when handling sensitive family matters.
- Highly organised approach to managing a varied caseload, paired with strong client-facing interpersonal skills.
The firm provides access to high-calibre work for a prestigious client portfolio, structured career progression pathways, and a highly competitive salary and benefits package.
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