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Family Solicitor
Location: Chelmsford, EssexSalary: Competitive, depending on experienceWorking Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Key Responsibilities:- Handle private law proceedings and Family Law Act cases
- Manage divorce, separation, and financial orders
- Draft and advise on cohabitation agreements and pre/post-nuptial agreements.
- Represent clients and conduct your own advocacy in court
- Work with CCMS and provide guidance on Legal Aid matters
- Deliver exceptional client care, ensuring clients are supported throughout their legal journey
- Managing an independent caseload
- 2+ years PQE in Family Law (applications outside this range will be considered)
- Proven ability to manage a diverse family law caseload independently
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
- Highly client-focused, with exceptional relationship-building skills
- Experience with CCMS and Legal Aid is a plus
- Proficient in Microsoft Suite and other IT systems
- Competitive salary with bonus potential.
- Generous holiday package: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with options to buy/sell holidays and carry over extra leave
- Career development opportunities in a supportive and cooperative environment
- Hybrid working options to promote work-life balance
How to Apply?
Please apply directed or confidentially contact Elliot Lockley at Henderson Scott for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working with a variety of other opportunities with ranked teams in Essex so would be interested to talk to any lawyer.
