Wills & Contentious Probate Locum

Company: CRA Consulting
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Location: Bolton
Job Description:

Wills & Contentious Probate Locum Solicitor

Location: Bolton / Fully RemotePosition: Wills & Contentious Probate Locum SolicitorType: Locum – Long-Term ContractHours: Part-Time, 2-3 Days Per WeekFull-Time: Potentially AvailableRate: £45-£60 Per HourStart: Immediate CRA Consulting is pleased to be working with a well-established law firm in Bolton seeking an experienced Wills & Contentious Probate Locum Solicitor to join their team on a long-term basis. This is a flexible opportunity suited to an experienced private client lawyer looking for part-time locum work, with the option to work fully remotely. There may also be scope for the successful candidate to work full-time, depending on availability and preference.

The Role

You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload covering:

  • Wills and estate planning
  • Probate and estate administration
  • Contentious probate matters
  • Inheritance disputes
  • Advising beneficiaries and executors
  • Estate-related disputes and claims
  • Taking instructions and advising clients
  • Liaising with beneficiaries, executors and third parties
  • Managing matters independently from instruction through to conclusion

The role offers flexibility around working arrangements and would suit a solicitor who is confident managing their own caseload remotely with minimal supervision.

What We’re Looking For

The successful candidate will ideally have:

  • Qualified Solicitor with strong Private Client experience
  • Experience handling wills and probate matters
  • Previous experience dealing with contentious probate matters
  • Ability to manage a caseload independently
  • Strong client care and communication skills
  • Confidence working remotely
  • Availability for an immediate start
  • Commitment to a long-term locum assignment

Why This Opportunity?

  • £45-£60 per hour, depending on experience
  • Fully remote working available
  • Part-time opportunity – 2-3 days per week
  • Potential for full-time hours
  • Long-term locum contract
  • Immediate start available
  • Flexible working arrangement
  • Opportunity to work with an established legal team

Interested?

If you’re an experienced Wills & Contentious Probate Solicitor looking for a flexible, long-term locum opportunity, I’d be delighted to have a confidential conversation. Apply below or contact me directly for further information.Umar Tawil CRA Consulting

Posted: August 25th, 2026