Family Solicitor

1. We are looking to hire an ambitious, confident and determined Solicitor to join our Family Law team preferably with at least two years-experience of dealing with family law cases, possess exceptional advocacy skills and have a working knowledge and understanding of Legal Aid. You will work closely with the Head of the Family Department and together build and develop the Department for the future.

We strongly believe that our employees are the most valuable asset of the firm.

A well-established firm of over 90 years and we are committed to providing our clients with a First-Class Service with an emphasis on being friendly, accessible and a safe pair of hands.

We are a Lexcel accredited firm. You will, at all times, have to conduct yourself in accordance with the standards dictated by Lexcel which is an accreditation in legal excellence.

This is an excellent opportunity for the right candidate to progress their career working within a busy and friendly team. You will be offered a competitive salary with a structured review process. You will also be offered the opportunity of life-long learning.

You must have the ability to work using your own initiative and work as part of a team. You must possess excellent client care skills and have an ability to identify client needs and manage their expectations. Time-management is non-negotiable and you must possess an ability to work under pressure to meet deadlines. You will also require strong organisational skills and be a confident and good advocate.

You will be expected to run a caseload of predominantly family matters or matters closely linked to family work, including:

• Divorce and Dissolution
• Financial Remedy Proceedings
• Private and Public Children Act Proceedings
• TOLATA
• Wills
• LPAs

The role will include:

• Taking initial instructions and advising clients
• Assessing legal aid eligibility and submitting applications to the Legal Aid Agency when appropriate
• Preparing applications to the Court / using MyHMCTS
• Representing clients at Court Hearings
• Preparing Court Bundles
• Preparing Briefs to Counsel when necessary
• Providing initial free consultations to prospective clients
• Preparing Bills
• File management

Essential skills:

• Knowledge of all areas of family law
• Advocacy
• Business development and networking
• Manage time effectively and convert this to realised bills

It is a full-time position, Monday to Friday 9.00 am to 5.15 pm. 20 days of holiday plus all Bank Holidays and Christmas shutdown. Bonus Scheme and Pension Plan.