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Family Solicitor Opportunity
We are partnering with a law family specialised law firm looking for a family Solicitor in Portsmouth area, providing legal advice to clients on all family matters including, divorce, matrimonial, financial matters and children custody.
Job Title: Family Solicitors
Salary: £40,000 - £55,000
Location: Portsmouth, Office based (Parking available)
Job type: Full - time, permanent contract
You will be working directly with the partners and proactively supporting the firm with business development and marketing strategy to maintain relationship with clients.
Key Responsibilities:
- Handling caseload on all aspects of private family law clients.
- Drafting documents for child arrangement orders, financial settlement agreements and separation agreements.
- Conducting client meetings as needed, including fixed-fee consultations.
- Coordinating with external experts and professionals (such as Counsel or Mediators) as required.
- Attending Court or other relevant proceedings when necessary.
- Drafting necessary legal documents, agreements, or orders.
- Liaising with professionals involved in dispute resolution processes.
- Managing client billing in advance of work being performed.
- Ensuring clients are informed of fee structures and potential future costs.
- Engaging in business development to attract new clients and maximize cross-selling opportunities.
Qualifications and Experience:
- Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 1 year PQE;
- Experience of working in a busy office
Skills and Knowledge
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Effective use of IT skills
- Proven organisational and administration skills
- Ability to produce accurate work
- Knowledge of the legal system
If this sounds like the right role for you, please send us your application. If you are looking to move and would like a private confidential chat, please contact Wanrak at Eclectic Recruitment.
