Your newpany / new role
Our client is searching for a proactive, experienced lawyer to join their Matrimonial Team as a Solicitor/Associate. You will support the Partners in their provision of a varied range of family legal services, acting for clients across the North East region. You will be joining a supportive firm that prides itself on its core values; they are a leading force in the region, with national reach and exceptional expertise that delivers high-quality, tailored solutions for their clients.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: –
Manage a varied caseload of family law matters, including divorce, financial remedies (including high-net-worth cases), private children matters, cohabitation disputes, and nuptial agreementsProvide clear, practical legal advice and take detailed client instructions tailored to individual circumstancesDraft high-quality legal documentation, including pleadings and agreements, aligned to client objectivesRepresent clients in in-person negotiations with litigants and other professionals to achieve favourable ouesConduct advocacy, attend court hearings, and ensurepliance with court procedures and deadlinesBuild and maintain strong client relationships, contributing to business development through networking and training initiativesSupervise and support junior team members, including trainees, paralegals, and legal support staff where appropriateStay updated with legal developments and undertake ongoing professional development to maintain expertise
What you'll need to succeed
Ideally, our client would like you to possess:
A minimum of 2 years PQE, with strong experience across a full range of family and matrimonial matters, including advocacyA proven track record of advising on divorce, financial remedy, and private Children Act casesSound legal knowledge with the proactive ability to deliver accurate work in a straightforward and timely manner under pressure and in accordance with tight deadlinesStrong business development skills and the ability to develop new client workExcellentmunication skills, both written and verbal, with a clear and logical approachConcise planning skills, being highly organised and possessing the ability to manage workload independently with a professional resilience and positive approach
What you'll get in return
Excellent hybrid working arrangements (40% / 60%)25 days of paid holiday (increases with continuous length of service to 28 days, 5 days extra can also be bought)Workplace pension offering up to 6% matched contributionPerformance-based bonus schemes – both firm and personalLife assurance at 4x annual salaryOccupational Sick Pay SchemePrivate medical insurance, dental insurance & critical illness coverSubsidised city centre parking / annual travel ticket loansDiscounted memberships, voucher offers, and cashback rewardsAccess to 24-hour Employee Assistance Programme – includes free Headspace subscription