About Phillips Law

Phillips Law was formed in 1986, and since then we have been committed to building the region’s strongest, dynamic, full-service law firm built on foundations of traditional values.

In 2026 we continued to be featured in the Legal 500 – ranking as a Tier Two Firm in Private Client – Personal Tax, Trust & Probate.

At Phillips Law our values mean we pull in the same direction, tell it like it is, do the right thing, break the mould, and deliver on our goals.

The Wills, Trusts & Probate team

Our team provides expert, sensitive and client-focused advice on a broad range of private client matters including wills, trusts, lasting powers of attorney, probate, and estate administration. We are known for building long-term client relationships, often supporting multiple generations of families. We pride ourselves on a collaborative and respectful working culture, where every team member contributes to a high-quality client experience.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting fee earners with a varied caseload of private client matters, including Wills, LPAs, probate applications and estate administration
• Drafting legal documents and correspondence under supervision
• Managing your own caseload of lower-risk matters with appropriate supervision
• Undertaking legal research and keeping up to date with developments in private client law
• Ensuring compliance with file management and billing procedures
• Maintaining excellent client service standards through professional and empathetic communication

To be successful in applying for this position, you must have / be:

• A minimum of 2+ years’ experience as a Paralegal in a Wills, Trusts and Probate team
• Strong technical knowledge of private client procedures and documentation
• Experience in handling simple estate administration
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a focus on client care
• Highly organised, proactive and able to prioritise competing deadlines
• Comfortable working independently as well as part of a team
• IT proficient, especially in MS Office and case management systems

What you’ll get

Phillips offers a company pension scheme, a group life assurance scheme, 26 days holiday annually, and we offer a range of benefits including a cycle to work scheme amongst others. In addition, there are regular social events, a running and walking club, weekly fruit and free entry into the Basingstoke Half Marathon of which we are headline sponsors.

Application question(s):

• If it is not on your CV, please provide information regarding your location of residence
• If you are looking for a Part-Time role, please provide further information about your ideal working hour

Experience:

• Paralegal / Legal Executive: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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