Probate Fee Earner

Probate Fee Earner Newcastle Upon Tyne 

Opportunity to join a leading North East Law Firm joining a busy department in the Probate Team. 

Main Responsibilities:-

• Attending client meetings, completing file notes, file opening, initial client compliance checks, preparation of client care letters and draft wills, completion of Lasting Powers of Attorney and general administration
• Administration of probate work – co-ordinating collection of assets/identifying liabilities, preparation of oaths and applications for grants. 
• Dealing with client enquiries in person and by telephone and email, making appointments, updating clients and co-ordinating fee earners diary, costs updates and dealing with aged debts 
• To meet with clients and take initial instructions. To ensure that all client work is progressed expeditiously and that the client is kept regularly informed on progress and on costs.
• At all times to exercise high standards of client care in a professional and pleasant manner.
• To ensure the confidentiality and security of all documentation and information of the practice and clients. 

Includes an excellent variety of company staff benefits:-

• 28 days holiday (excluding Bank Holidays)
• Pension Scheme
• Sickness Pay (up to 20 days)
• Friends and Family discount for legal services
• Free Wills and Residential Conveyancing for employees
• Social events for staff to include Christmas and Summer parties
• Contributory Health Scheme