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Senior Family Lawyer - Leeds
Excellent Opportunity for an Experienced Family Lawyer to Join a Leading Firm
We are currently seeking a Senior Family Lawyer to join a highly regarded law firm in Leeds. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced solicitor or legal executive with 3+ years PQE to step into a leadership role within a growing and well-supported team.
The Role
As a Senior Family Lawyer, you will be responsible for handling a broad range of family and childcare matters, including:
- Care Proceedings and PLO matters
- Divorce and financial settlements
- Private Law Children cases
- Domestic abuse cases, including Non-Molestation and Occupation Orders
- General family law matters, including cohabitation and disputes involving unmarried couples
You will also be expected to take on a leadership role, supervising junior team members and contributing to the firm’s continued expansion.
About You
The ideal candidate will:
? Have at least 3 years PQE in family law
? Be confident leading and supervising a growing team
? Work effectively both independently and within a team
? Be competent and willing to undertake advocacy
? Have a following (preferred but not essential)
? Be eager to work towards panel accreditation
? Have strong networking and business development skills
Why Join This Firm?
This firm offers a modern, supportive, and forward-thinking working environment, with excellent benefits and career progression opportunities, including:
- Hybrid working arrangements - flexible office and remote working
- Ongoing professional development with structured training and support
- A generous annual leave package - 28 days plus bank holidays, increasing with service
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses
- Additional employee benefits, including:
- Pension scheme with employer contributions
- Private healthcare (Benenden Health Care)
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Firm-provided laptop and mobile phone
- Dedicated admin support and an inbound telephony team to reduce non-fee-earning tasks
- Regular social events, including summer and Christmas parties
This is a rare opportunity to join a progressive law firm that truly values its team. If you are a driven, experienced family lawyer looking to take the next step in your career, we would love to hear from you.
?? Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.
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- Family Law
- Law
- Dispute Resolution
- Property Law
- Wills
- Supervisory Skills
- Legal Advice
- Legal Writing
