Family Law Solicitor – Public Family Team (3‑4 PQE)
Salary: £44,000‑£56,000 (depending on experience and Panel status)
Location: Luton Area – Hybrid Working (3 days in office, 2 days remote)
About this opportunity
Join our client’s respected Public Family team and make a real difference in families’ lives during their most challenging moments. This role is ideal for an experienced family law solicitor seeking a supportive, collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, your caseload is manageable, and your career progression is actively supported.
The role
As a Family Law Solicitor you will:
* Manage a diverse caseload of public family law matters including child protection care proceedings and family support cases
* Provide expert legal advice to clients on their rights, options and realistic outcomes
* Prepare and file court documentation including statements, applications and evidence bundles
* Represent clients in court proceedings and attend case conferences with local authorities and other parties
* Conduct client consultations with sensitivity and professionalism, often in emotionally charged circumstances
* Liaise with courts, social services and other professionals to progress cases efficiently
* Maintain detailed case records and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements
* Contribute to team knowledge by sharing expertise and supporting junior colleagues
About you
Essential requirements
1. 3‑4 years Post‑Qualification Experience (PQE) in family law ideally with public family law experience>
2. Current or pending Legal Services Board (LSB) Panel membership (or demonstrable commitment to obtaining Panel status)
3. Strong knowledge of family law procedure, evidence and child protection frameworks
4. Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly
5. Emotional intelligence and resilience to work sensitively with vulnerable clients and challenging situations
6. Proficiency with legal case‑management systems and Microsoft Office
7. Current practising certificate in good standing
Desirable skills
8. Experience with alternative dispute resolution (ADR) or mediation in family matters
9. Knowledge of child safeguarding and local authority procedures
10. Track record of positive client feedback and case outcomes
11. Interest in continuing professional development within family law
What’s on offer
* Competitive salary (depending on experience and Panel status)
* Hybrid working: 3 days in office (Luton), 2 days remote with flexibility to balance office collaboration with focused work
* Generous annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
* Pension scheme: Employer contribution (up to 5 %)
* Professional development: CPD training budget support for Panel membership costs and specialist family law training
* Health and wellbeing: Private health insurance, employee assistance programme (EAP) counselling support
* Flexible benefits: Childcare vouchers, cycle‑to‑work scheme, season ticket loans
* Career progression: Clear pathway to senior associate and partnership opportunities
* Supportive culture: Collaborative team environment with genuine work‑life balance and manageable caseloads
Location & Working arrangements
Based in the Luton area, Bedfordshire, with a modern supportive office environment. Hybrid working arrangement (3 days on‑site, 2 days remote) allows you to balance court attendance and team collaboration with focused remote work. Excellent transport links and on‑site parking available.
Next steps
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about delivering excellent outcomes for families, we’d love to hear from you.
Contact
Mara Watson – Hawthorne‑Finch Talent Solutions Ltd
Confidentiality statement
This vacancy has been shared with us in confidence by our client. All applications will be treated with discretion and CVs will only be submitted to our client with your explicit written consent.
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