Company Description HADAWAY & HADAWAY SOLICITORS LLP is a long-established legal practice based at 58 Howard Street in Tyne & Wear, United Kingdom. The firm provides a range of legal services to individuals and families in the local community and beyond. As a client-focused practice, it emphasizes clear communication, practical advice, and high standards of professional ethics. Team members benefit from working in a supportive environment with opportunities to develop their expertise. The firm’s location in North Shields offers a convenient base for serving clients across the region.
Role Description The Solicitor Private Client role is a full-time position based in North Shields, offered on a hybrid working model that allows some work from home alongside office-based work. Day-to-day responsibilities include advising private clients on matters such as wills, probate, estate administration, tax and succession planning, and related property issues. The role involves drafting and reviewing legal documents, managing client files, attending client meetings, and liaising with external stakeholders where required. The solicitor will handle a varied caseload, ensuring cases progress efficiently while maintaining high standards of client care and regulatory compliance. Participation in business development activities and contributing to the continuous improvement of internal processes may also form part of the role.
Qualifications
- Strong grounding in Law, with experience in private client work and a solid understanding of professional conduct rules.
- Experience or familiarity with Conveyancing procedures where they intersect with private client matters.
- Qualified solicitor (or equivalent) with a valid practicing certificate in the United Kingdom.
- Demonstrated ability to manage a caseload independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with a focus on clear, empathetic client interaction.
- Strong attention to detail, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
- Hybrid working arrangements and effective use of legal and office software; experience with case management systems is beneficial.
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