Family Law Solicitor

Family Law Solicitor (0–5 PQE)

Location: Swallowfield

Salary: Competitive DOE

We're working in partnership with a well-established and highly regarded law firm to recruit a Family Solicitor (0–5 PQE) to join its growing Family Law team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a newly qualified solicitor or an experienced Family Solicitor looking to develop their career within a supportive and collaborative environment. You'll work alongside experienced practitioners on a varied caseload, with excellent opportunities for professional development and progression.

The Role

You'll manage your own caseload of family matters while receiving support and supervision where required. The role offers exposure to a broad range of privately funded family work, providing the opportunity to build strong client relationships and deliver high-quality legal advice.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of private family law matters.


• Advising clients on divorce, separation and financial remedy proceedings.


• Handling private children matters, including child arrangements and parental responsibility disputes.


• Advising on cohabitation disputes and pre- and post-nuptial agreements.


• Drafting legal documents, court applications and correspondence.


• Representing clients throughout their matter and liaising with counsel, courts and third parties where appropriate.


• Maintaining high standards of client care and ensuring compliance with regulatory and firm procedures.


• Supporting business development activities and helping to strengthen the firm's presence within the local market.

We're keen to speak with candidates who have:

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with between 0 and 5 years' PQE.


• Previous experience handling family law matters gained during training or post-qualification.


• Experience of private family law, including divorce, finances and children matters.


• Excellent communication and client relationship skills.


• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied workload.


• A proactive and collaborative approach to work.


• Commercial awareness and a genuine passion for delivering exceptional client service.

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