Location: Hybrid Winnersh (RG41) | 2 days on-site (Monday & Tuesday)
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent We are currently partnering with a well-established and growing law firm to recruit an experienced Supervising Family Law Solicitor with Panel Guardianship to join their collaborative and high-performing team.
This is a senior opportunity suited to a qualified solicitor with strong legal aid experience, who is confident managing complex family matters while also supervising and mentoring junior team members.
?? The Role You will be responsible for managing a varied caseload of family law matters while providing supervision and guidance to junior staff.
Managing a caseload including non-molestation orders, Child Arrangements Orders, divorce, and private children matters from instruction through to completion
Representing parents, grandparents, and other family members in care and supervision proceedings
Preparing legal documentation including court applications, witness statements, bundles, and briefs to counsel
Advising clients on legal matters and progressing cases through the court system
Handling legal aid applications via CCMS and ensuring compliance
Meeting billing targets and contributing to overall team performance
Accredited by The Law Society (Family Law and/or Children Law Accreditation)
Strong experience working with legal aid (CCMS), within a private practice environment
Confident advising courts on outcomes in children matters, including arranging expert assessments
Comfortable using IT systems and case management software
? Monday to Friday, 9:00am 5:30pm
Hybrid working model (2 days in the office)
Occasional travel to other office locations (e.g. xkybehq Watford) may be required
?? Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme
~23 days holiday + bank holidays
~ Hybrid working
~ On-site parking and shuttle service
~ Discounted gym membership
~ Complimentary refreshments when in the office
~ Ongoing training and development
~5 days paid study leave
?? Recognised legal qualifications (e.g. LPC, SQE, CILEX)
Law Society accreditations (Family/Children Law)
Legal aid experience within private practice
If youre an experienced Family Solicitor looking for a senior, supervisory role within a supportive and forward-thinking firm, wed be keen to speak with you.