About us Birketts is a full service, UK Top 50 law firm. With a heritage spanning 160 years, we have more than 700 lawyers and legal professionals and over 600 staff based in Bristol, Cambridge, Chelmsford, Ipswich, London, Norwich and Sevenoaks. We advise businesses, government and public sector organisations and individuals in the UK and internationally across four principal practice groups: Real Estate, Corporate Services, Dispute Resolution and Private Client. We are defined by our Next Level Law proposition. We work with our clients as a proactive partner, horizon scanning and thinking ahead to the changes, challenges or opportunities that they may face. Next Level Law is also applied to our people. Our collegiate culture means everyone is encouraged to achieve their next level in everything they do. RollOnFriday recently ranked us as the 6th best law firm to work at in 2026. With our ambition to succeed, comes a strong desire to make a positive contribution to the...

Opportunity: Court of Protection Solicitor (4-6 PQE) Location: Bristol (Hybrid - 1 day per week in office) Salary: Up to £70,000 (DOE) + Bonus Are you looking to join a specialist firm where you can genuinely develop your expertise in Court of Protection work, while being part of an ambitious and growing team? Yolk Recruitment are working with a forward-thinking private client firm that is quickly building a national presence. With a clear vision to become a market leader in private client work, the firm has already achieved recognition in both The Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners, reflecting the quality of work and calibre of the team. Following continued growth - including the recent expansion of their Bristol office - they are now looking to appoint a Court of Protection Solicitor to join their collaborative and highly regarded team. The Role: You will join a specialist Court of Protection team working closely with vulnerable clients and their families,...

Department: Wills, Trusts & Probate - HYBRID Purpose & Objective of the Job: Provide clear, competent, and efficient advice to Private Clients. Supervise, support, and train a team of Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Successfully lead the delivery of team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Technical Competency: Advise clients on: Drafting Wills Asset protection trusts in Wills Letters of Wishes Lasting Powers of Attorney Operational Competency: Supervise and assist in training less experienced Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Develop and utilize systems for workflow and case management to ensure efficient legal service delivery and excellent customer care. Oversee team performance targets and undertake other duties as directed by the Partners and Head of Department (HoD). Maintain exceptional standards of quality and client care: Adhere to all policies and procedures in the Staff Handbook. Identify and...

Property Litigation Solicitor Bristol A great opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor up to 3 years' PQE to join a leading Housing team at a Legal 100 law firm that offers flexible, hybrid working. This role offers excellent exposure to contentious housing management work, with early responsibility, strong supervision and the opportunity to develop as an advocate. You will work closely with experienced lawyers who regularly appear in court and tribunals, deliver client training and advise on complex and sensitive cases. The role provides a strong foundation for a long-term career in housing law. The department: Housing is a core sector for the firm and a key area of continued growth, it operates as a national practice, advising registered providers, local authorities and other social landlords on a wide range of housing management matters. The team is known for its depth of experience, practical approach and strong understanding of the operational and regulatory...

Commercial Property Solicitor Milton Keynes (Hybrid Working) A well-established and growing regional law firm in Milton Keynes is looking to recruit a Commercial Property Solicitor to join its expanding property team. This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially minded lawyer to take on a broad, high-quality caseload while benefiting from real autonomy and clear progression prospects within a supportive and ambitious firm. The Role You will advise on a wide range of commercial property matters, including: Sales and acquisitions of commercial property and land Acting on residential transactions for corporate entities Drafting and negotiating leases (grants, renewals, variations and assignments) Option, overage and pre-emption agreements Property finance and refinancing matters Auction transactions Right to Manage and Collective Enfranchisement matters You'll work with a diverse client base and play a key role in delivering practical,...

Department: Wills, Trusts & Probate - HYBRID Purpose & Objective of the Job: Provide clear, competent, and efficient advice to Private Clients. Supervise, support, and train a team of Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Successfully lead the delivery of team Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Duties, Tasks, and Responsibilities: Technical Competency: Advise clients on: Drafting Wills Asset protection trusts in Wills Letters of Wishes Lasting Powers of Attorney Operational Competency: Supervise and assist in training less experienced Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Develop and utilize systems for workflow and case management to ensure efficient legal service delivery and excellent customer care. Oversee team performance targets and undertake other duties as directed by the Partners and Head of Department (HoD). Maintain exceptional standards of quality and client care: Adhere to all policies and procedures in the Staff Handbook. Identify...