A highly regarded law firm with offices across the South East is seeking an experienced Partner to lead their specialist Family Law team in Southampton. Recognised in both Legal 500 and Chambers & Partners, this leading practice is offering a rare opportunity for a Partner to take on a pivotal leadership role within a progressive and supportive environment.
This is a full-time, permanent position offering equity partnership, a strong pipeline of complex private family law work, and a people-first culture that ensures Partners have the autonomy and backing to thrive professionally.
The Partner's role
As Partner, you will take responsibility for leading the Southampton-based Family Law team. Key responsibilities include:
Managing a complex caseload of high-value family law matters, including:
Financial remedy (often involving trusts, business assets, pensions, and international elements)
Private children disputes
Cohabitation disputes and Schedule 1/TLATA claims
Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
Acting as both team lead and senior fee earner, ensuring high standards of client service
Mentoring and supervising junior lawyers and support staff
Supporting the growth and development of the Southampton team
Collaborating with Family Law colleagues across Guildford, London, and other regional offices
Promoting the firm's strong reputation in non-court dispute resolution, including mediation and collaborative law
Playing a key role in business development and maintaining client relationships
Contributing to the success of the firm's "one couple, one lawyer" initiative
The Partner
The ideal Partner will demonstrate the following:
Qualified solicitor or legal executive with extensive experience in private family law
Strong expertise in handling high-net-worth cases, often with international and complex financial elements
Experience supervising, mentoring or managing fee-earners and legal support staff
Accreditations with the Law Society and/or Resolution are desirable
Skilled in non-court dispute resolution, including collaborative law or mediation
Proven ability in business development and growing a team or department
Clear readiness for partnership, or already operating at that level within a reputable family practice
In Return?
Equity Partnership & full benefits package
£90,000 - £120,000+ depending on experience
28 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
Private medical, income protection & life cover
Hybrid working opportunities
Strategic leadership role in a Legal 500-recognised team
Clear progression pathway and career autonomy
If this sounds ideal for you, please do not hesitate to get in touch to find out more