Senior Family Solicitor

Senior Family Lawyer (7+ PQE) - Birmingham

A well-established and reputable law firm is currently seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor / Fee Earner to join its growing team. This is an excellent opportunity for a candidate looking to handle a diverse caseload across both Private Family Law and Legal Aid matters, with exposure to Public Law and Care work.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of family matters, including:

Divorce and matrimonial cases
Financial remedies
Child arrangements
Consent orders
Pre- and post-nuptial agreementsExperience or an interest in Public Law and Care proceedings would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities

Managing a caseload of private and Legal Aid family matters
Supervising Legal Assistants and administrative staff, including reviewing work produced
Preparing legal documentation such as witness statements, briefs to Counsel, and evidence bundles
Attending court hearings and conducting advocacy where appropriate or instructing Counsel
Handling Legal Aid processes, including means testing and applications to the Legal Aid Agency
Delivering high levels of client care, particularly when dealing with vulnerable individuals
Collaborating effectively with colleagues across the firm

Candidate Profile

The ideal candidate will:

Be a qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive, or experienced Family Law Fee Earner
Demonstrate strong experience in Private Family Law matters
Have working knowledge of Legal Aid processes (desirable)
Possess advocacy experience or confidence in instructing Counsel
Be confident supervising and supporting junior staff
Adopt a professional, empathetic, and client-focused approach

What's on Offer

Competitive salary dependent on experience
Supportive and collaborative working environment
Clear opportunities for career progression
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