Family Partner - Southampton
Salary/Benefits: Competitive
I'm working exclusively with a top regional law firm seeking a Partner to lead their Southampton Family Team. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced Family Lawyer to manage a caseload of complex, high-value family matters while supervising and growing a talented team.
The Role:
You'll be responsible for leading the team and handling a diverse range of family law cases, including complex financial remedies, international matters, and children disputes. The firm supports a healthy work-life balance and flexible working arrangements.
The Team:
This award-recognised Family Team works across multiple offices in Southampton, Guildford, Richmond, Woking, Lymington, and London, serving high-net-worth clients in London and the Home Counties.
Key Practice Areas:
* Complex financial remedies (trusts, business assets, pensions, international cases)
* Pre- and post-nuptial and cohabitation agreements, including cross-border arrangements
* Non-Court Dispute Resolution focusing on mediation and collaborative law
* Innovative approaches to streamline divorce/separation for non-conflicted clients
* Specialist advice on cohabitation disputes, surrogacy, and private children law
The team's approach is constructive and aims to avoid unnecessary court proceedings wherever possible.
Candidate Profile:
* Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with significant family law experience, ideally including financial remedies and complex children disputes with an international element
* Proven business development skills and an established professional network
* Experience managing or contributing to team leadership, including supervising fee-earners and support staff
* Commitment to the Resolution Code of Practice and collaborative working
* Accreditation from the Law Society and/or Resolution advantageous
* Ready to take the step into Partnership or actively working towards this
Strong communication skills, client focus, creativity, and a human-first mindset are essential.
Working Arrangements:
Full-time role with flexible hybrid working options; alternative patterns considered.
About the Firm:
The firm is a leading regional full-service law firm with a strong reputation for client care, career development, and an inclusive culture. With over 450 professionals, including 70 Partners and 272 Lawyers, it offers excellent progression opportunities.
Benefits:
Competitive package including 28 days' annual leave, private medical insurance, income protection, life assurance, bonus scheme, and generous pension.
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If this sounds like the right fit, please send your CV to Tanya Brown at Henderson Scott. I'd be happy to discuss this opportunity further!