Overview
Job Title: Family Solicitor / Fee Earner (1–5 PQE) | Location: Redcar, UK | Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience | Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Family Solicitor or Fee Earner with 1–5 years' PQE to join our well-regarded family law team based in Redcar. The ideal candidate will hold the necessary accreditation to act as a Supervisor under a Family Legal Aid contract, and will be confident managing a mixed caseload of Public and Private Family Law matters, including Legal Aid work.
Responsibilities
* Manage a varied caseload of family law matters, including:
o Care proceedings
o Child arrangement orders
o Domestic violence injunctions
o Divorce and separation
o Financial remedies
* Undertake Legal Aid funded work in line with contractual obligations.
* Meet the compliance and supervisory standards required under the Family Legal Aid contract.
* Represent clients in court and attend advocacy when required.
* Supervise and support junior fee earners and paralegals where necessary.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of family law, procedures, and Legal Aid guidelines.
* Provide empathetic, clear, and professional legal advice to clients.
Requirements
* Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent Fee Earner) with 1–5 years' post-qualification experience in family law.
* Supervisor status for Family Legal Aid work is essential.
* Experience in both Private and Public Law family matters, including Legal Aid funded cases.
* Advocacy experience is desirable.
* Excellent client care and communication skills.
* Able to work independently and manage a busy caseload efficiently.
Benefits
* Competitive salary based on experience
* Supportive and experienced team environment
* Career development and progression opportunities
* Flexible working arrangements considered
* Pension scheme
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