Paralegal Contentious Probate Paralegal vacancy

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An excellent opportunity in our busy Wills, Trusts and Estates team
We are an independent, Legal 500 law firm based in Reading, Thames Valley.
We have a vacancy in our highly regarded Will Disputes & Contentious Probate team which offers you a great development opportunity and true variety.
The role
The team is expanding and as part of our growth, we are looking to appoint a paralegal to join the team. Your day to day caseload will involve supporting the team who work on the full range of contentious probate matters including Inheritance Act claim cases, testamentary capacity claims, executor/administrator disputes (including removal of executor applications), estate administration disputes, Court of Protection disputes as well as the various types of trust disputes.
The team
You will be joining a busy team dealing with a wide range of contentious probate matters and will be working in a friendly professional department that works closely with our Wills, Trusts and Estates team.
Our Band One recognised Chambers and Legal 500 team continues to grow and there is now an exciting opportunity for you to develop your career to join an expanding, busy team with high quality work in this specialist area. You will work with colleagues on large cases whilst benefitting from supervision and support from the hugely experienced Head of the Contentious Probate team. You’ll also work together with other colleagues within the contentious and non-contentious teams on contentious probate matters.
About you
The role would suit someone with paralegal experience, or someone who is interested in the area and looking to develop their knowledge and understanding.  Ideally you will have undertaken some paralegal experience in contentious probate during your early career, but we welcome applications from anyone who has enjoyed paralegal experience in general litigation too.
Candidates must have a strong academic record including, as a minimum, a 2.1 law degree. You’ll be able to demonstrate a strong intellect, excellent communication skills and a ‘can do’ attitude.
If this role and our firm has sparked your interest, please apply with a copy of your CV.
Full time, Permanent

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