Family Solicitor Job Description Position: Family Solicitor (Flexible Vacancies)
Location: Birmingham or London
Type: Permanent, full time hours
Experience Level: PQE 2+ years
About the Role: My client is seeking a compassionate and skilled Family Solicitor to join our busy legal team. The successful candidate will handle a wide range of family law matters, providing expert advice and representation to clients during often sensitive and challenging times.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise clients on all aspects of family law, including divorce, child custody, financial settlements, domestic abuse, and adoption.
Draft and review legal documents such as divorce petitions, consent orders, and court applications.
Represent clients in negotiations, mediation's, and court hearings.
Manage a caseload effectively, ensuring timely progression of cases.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of family law legislation and case law.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, providing empathetic and professional support.
Collaborate with colleagues and external agencies (social services, mediators, counsellors) where necessary.Requirements:
Qualified solicitor with 2 years + PQE in Family Law.
Proven experience handling a variety of family law cases.
Excellent negotiation, advocacy, and communication skills.
Strong emotional intelligence and ability to handle sensitive issues with discretion.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Good organisational skills and attention to detail.
Commitment to providing excellent client care.Desirable:
Membership or accreditation with Resolution or other relevant family law bodies.
Experience with alternative dispute resolution techniques.
Knowledge of recent family law reforms.If you match the above job criteria please do reach out to Marsha-Lousie