Location: North Somerset

Contract Type: Temporary/Locum

Rate: £50 - £70ph

• Private Client Lawyer requirement on a Locum basis.
• To start early June 2026 for 6 to 8 weeks
• Reason - Due to a period of sickness
• Cover is for a Head of Dept level
• Hybrid working available, but at least two days per week on site as still heavily paper based files
• Flexible working hours and market rate

Our client, a long standing high street law firm in North Somerset, is seeking an experienced Private Client Solicitor/Lawyer for a Locum position covering a sickness absence. This is an excellent opportunity for a skilled legal professional to provide short term support in their specialist area of private client.

Position Overview

The Private Client Solicitor will handle a typical private client caseload, including wills, probates, LPAs, and general elderly client advice, ensuring clients navigate legal challenges effectively and efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of wills, probates, and LPAs
• Provide general legal advice to elderly clients
• Ensure clear communication and transparency with clients
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records

Requirements

• Fee earner with minimum 5 years' PQE in Private Client matters (could be Solicitor or Legal Executive, or otherwise qualified by experience).
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Happy to work hybrid on site/remote.

Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate between £50 and £70ph
• Flexible working hours to support work-life balance