About the Firm:
• Respected multi-service law firm recognised in the Legal 500 Tier 1
• Strong reputation for exceptional client care and expert legal advice
• Highly regarded Private Family team specialising in complex family matters
• Supportive and forward-thinking culture that values initiative and development
Private Family Solicitor — Position Overview:
You will manage a varied caseload of private family matters including divorce, financial remedies and child arrangements, while working closely with senior colleagues on complex and high-net-worth matters.
Key Responsibilities of the Private Family Solicitor:
• Managing a caseload of private family matters
• Advising on divorce, financial remedy and cohabitation disputes
• Handling child arrangements and domestic abuse matters
• Drafting witness statements, consent orders, court applications and settlement proposals
• Preparing prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
• Attending court hearings and undertaking advocacy where appropriate
• Delivering clear, empathetic and commercially aware advice to clients
• Collaborating with senior team members on complex matters
• Building strong client relationships and maintaining high standards of service
Requirements of the Private Family Solicitor:
• Qualified Solicitor with 2+ years’ PQE in Private Family Law
• Strong experience in divorce and financial remedy work
• Experience handling child arrangements and related family matters
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Strong drafting and organisational abilities
• Commercially aware with a sensitive and empathetic approach
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently
• Enthusiastic and proactive team player
The Benefits for the Private Family Solicitor role:
• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working — 2 days from home per week
• Excellent career development opportunities
• High-quality Legal 500 work
• Direct client exposure and early responsibility
• Supportive and collaborative culture
• And more
If you are a Private Family Solicitor looking to join a leading Legal 500 team with genuine progression opportunities, apply today.
Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37738
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Salary description
£45000.00 - £55000.00 per year