Probate & Estates Solicitor Salary in North Yorkshire 2026
Salary benchmarks for probate & estates solicitors in North Yorkshire, from newly qualified (NQ) through to 8+ PQE, broken down by firm size. Includes paralegal, legal secretary and fee earner ranges. Data is based on market benchmarking across 46 regulated firms in the area.
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Annual salary ranges for probate & estates solicitors in North Yorkshire by experience level and firm type. Mid-point figures shown; hover or expand for full range.
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newly qualified (0-1 PQE) | £53,500 £43,000–£64,000 | £59,000 £47,000–£70,500 | £67,000 £53,500–£80,000 | £61,000 £49,500–£73,500 |
| 2-3 PQE | £61,000 £48,500–£73,500 | £67,000 £53,500–£81,000 | £76,500 £61,000–£92,000 | £70,000 £56,000–£85,000 |
| 4-5 PQE | £71,500 £56,500–£86,000 | £78,500 £62,500–£95,000 | £89,000 £70,500–£107,500 | £82,000 £64,500–£99,000 |
| 6-8 PQE | £84,500 £64,000–£104,500 | £92,500 £70,500–£115,000 | £105,500 £80,000–£130,500 | £97,000 £73,500–£120,000 |
| 8+ PQE | £95,000 £73,500–£124,500 | £104,500 £81,000–£137,000 | £119,000 £92,000–£156,000 | £109,500 £85,000–£143,000 |
Figures are regional estimates for guidance only. Actual salaries vary by firm, candidate profile, and negotiation.
Salary by Firm Size
How probate & estates solicitor pay varies across firm types in North Yorkshire. NQ salaries shown; the premium for larger firms widens with seniority.
High Street / Boutique
£53,500
NQ (typical)
Range: £43,000–£64,000
8+ PQE: up to £124,500
Regional / Mid-size
£59,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £47,000–£70,500
8+ PQE: up to £137,000
City / National
£67,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £53,500–£80,000
8+ PQE: up to £156,000
In-house
£61,000
NQ (typical)
Range: £49,500–£73,500
8+ PQE: up to £143,000
Non-qualified Roles
Salary benchmarks for support and fee-earning roles in North Yorkshire probate & estates teams. Figures use a mid-size firm baseline.
Paralegal
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £25,500 £24,500–£27,500 | £27,500 £26,000–£30,000 | £27,500 £26,000–£30,000 | £29,500 £28,000–£32,000 |
| 1-3 years | £27,000 £25,000–£29,500 | £29,000 £27,000–£32,000 | £29,000 £27,000–£32,000 | £31,500 £29,000–£33,500 |
| 3-5 years | £29,000 £26,500–£32,000 | £31,500 £28,500–£34,500 | £31,500 £28,500–£34,500 | £33,500 £30,500–£36,500 |
| 5+ years | £31,500 £28,500–£35,000 | £34,000 £31,000–£38,000 | £34,000 £31,000–£38,000 | £36,000 £33,000–£40,500 |
Legal Secretary / PA
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £25,500 £24,500–£27,000 | £26,000 £25,000–£27,500 | £26,000 £25,000–£27,500 | £28,000 £26,500–£29,500 |
| 1-3 years | £26,000 £25,000–£27,500 | £27,000 £25,500–£28,500 | £27,000 £25,500–£28,500 | £29,000 £27,000–£30,500 |
| 3-5 years | £26,500 £25,500–£28,000 | £28,000 £26,000–£30,500 | £28,000 £26,000–£30,500 | £30,000 £28,000–£32,500 |
| 5+ years | £28,000 £26,000–£31,500 | £30,500 £27,500–£34,000 | £30,500 £27,500–£34,000 | £32,500 £29,500–£36,000 |
Fee Earner / Legal Executive
| Experience | High Street / Boutique | Regional / Mid-size | City / National | In-house |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 1 year | £35,500 £33,500–£39,000 | £38,500 £36,000–£42,500 | £38,500 £36,000–£42,500 | £41,000 £38,000–£45,000 |
| 1-3 years | £38,000 £35,000–£42,000 | £41,000 £38,000–£45,500 | £41,000 £38,000–£45,500 | £44,000 £40,500–£48,500 |
| 3-5 years | £43,000 £38,000–£47,500 | £46,000 £41,000–£51,500 | £46,000 £41,000–£51,500 | £49,500 £44,000–£54,500 |
| 5+ years | £47,500 £41,500–£56,000 | £51,500 £45,000–£60,500 | £51,500 £45,000–£60,500 | £54,500 £48,000–£64,000 |
Probate & Estates Firms in North Yorkshire
Regulated probate & estates firms in North Yorkshire on the SRA register. Salaries above reflect the market across these firms.
Andrew Jackson Solicitors LLP
York
Awb Charlesworth Solicitors Limited
Skipton
B & C Solicitors T/a the Law Shop
Also known as The Law Shop, National Motoring Offence Lawyers
Scarborough
Berwins Solicitors Limited
Birdsall & Snowball
Scarborough
Bromets Jackson Heath LLP
Tadcaster
Bywaters Topham Phillips LLP
Harrogate
Colin Brown & Kidson
Whitby
Cowling Swift & Kitchin Limited
York
Crombie Wilkinson Solicitors LLP
Also known as Crombie Wilkinson Ellis Lakin Solicitors
York
Drivers
York
Eccles Heddon Solicitors Limited
Ripon
Emsleys Solicitors Limited
Leeds
Fitzgerald-harts
York
Freeman Johnson
Northallerton
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for a newly qualified probate & estates solicitor in North Yorkshire?
A newly qualified probate & estates solicitor in North Yorkshire earns between £47,000 and £70,500 at a mid-size regional firm, with a typical mid-point of £59,000. City or national firms may pay significantly more.
What does a probate & estates solicitor earn at 4–5 PQE in North Yorkshire?
At 4 to 5 years post-qualification experience, a probate & estates solicitor in North Yorkshire earns between £62,500 and £95,000 at a regional firm, with a mid-point of £78,500.
How does firm size affect probate & estates solicitor salaries in North Yorkshire?
Firm size has a significant impact on salary. At NQ level in North Yorkshire, a high street or boutique firm typically pays around £53,500, while a City or national firm may pay £67,000 or more. The premium widens at senior levels, where large firms can pay substantially above regional norms.
What is the salary for a paralegal in North Yorkshire in 2026?
Paralegal salaries in North Yorkshire start at around £26,000 for entry-level positions and rise to £38,000 or more with 5+ years of experience, based on 2026 benchmarking data.
Where does LawBoard salary data come from?
LawBoard salary benchmarks are derived from market data covering law firms registered with the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Figures are adjusted for region and practice area using established market multipliers. They represent typical ranges for guidance only and are updated periodically.
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Firm data sourced from the Solicitors Regulation Authority register. Salary benchmarks are regional estimates for guidance only and are not specific to any individual firm. Recruitment support available via RecQuest.