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Family Public Solicitor - Bolton / Bury

Simpson Judge Ltd
Posted 6 days ago, valid for 17 days
Location

Bury, Lancashire BL8 1JJ, England

Salary

£80,000 - £96,000 per annum

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Contract type

Full Time

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  • A leading law firm in Bolton/Bury is seeking a Family Law Solicitor with a focus on public law, offering a negotiable salary based on experience.
  • Candidates should ideally have 5 years of post-qualification experience (PQE), with flexibility on either side.
  • The role involves handling a varied caseload including local authority fixed-fee cases, PLO work, and adoption cases, with responsibilities for advocacy and independent case management.
  • The firm values networking skills and connections within the family law space, and encourages applications from those with relevant public family law experience.
  • Benefits include a competitive salary, pension scheme, 25 days of annual leave, and various employee incentives and discounts.

Job Description: Family Law Solicitor (Public Law Focus)Location: Bolton/BuryTeam: Award-Winning Family TeamSalary: Negotiable depending on experience

About Our Client:A leading city centre law firm is looking for experienced Family Law Solicitors (Public Law) to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work across a varied caseload, with opportunities for hybrid working and career growth.

Position Overview:* Work includes local authority fixed-fee cases, cases where social services have intervened, PLO work, special guardianship, and adoption cases.* Experience Required: Ideally 5 years PQE (flexibility either side)* Responsibilities: You will work closely with a legal assistant who handles all non-fee-earning tasks. Administrative support is shared across solicitors.

Key Responsibilities:* Be responsible for a caseload of care/public law files* Undertake own advocacy * Run own caseload and work independently* Providing support/training to the team as required

What We're Looking For:* Attributes: Active on LinkedIn and professional networks, ideally with some connections in the family law space (court staff, guardians, etc.). Networking skills are essential for maintaining a strong client base.* Background: Open to various backgrounds, though prior experience in public family law is preferred. Candidates with experience in special guardianship, leave to adopt, or local authority work are encouraged to apply.

Benefits:Competitive salaryPension scheme Attendance bonus Workplace nursery scheme 25 days a year plus bank holidays and an accrual system after 2 yearsBirthday Holiday Northern Rail discount scheme Cycle2Work schemeReferral schemes (PI, Conveyancing, Family & Wills/Probate)Discounted Services (Conveyancing, Family & Wills)Staff Introductory Scheme (Refer a successful applicant and get £500)Monthly Raffle Draw - 1st, 2nd & 3rd prizes Dress down once a month (linked to a chosen charity) Annual Christmas Party & Events Charity fundraisers

How to Apply:If you are an ambitious Family Solicitor looking to advance your career in a leading law firm, we would love to hear from you. Please submit your CV to Marina Pongourou detailing your relevant experience and why you would be a great fit for our client.

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