Windeatts Solicitors LLP is a leading legal services provider across the South Devon area, with offices in both Totnes and Kingsbridge, Devon. We are dedicated to delivering exceptional legal advice and representation, with a strong focus on family law.
If the following job requirements and experience match your skills, please ensure you apply promptly.
*Are you an experienced Family Solicitor/Legal Executive looking to join a friendly, forward-thinking, and client-focused firm? We’re seeking a dedicated and proactive person to join our expanding Family Law team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a supportive group of professionals where your expertise will be valued, and your career growth supported.
*As a Family Solicitor/Legal Executive, you will provide a high-quality legal service to the firm’s clients across all areas of family law. You will manage your own caseload with minimal supervision, ensure compliance with professional and regulatory obligations, and contribute to the ongoing development of the department and the wider firm.
*Deliver high-quality legal advice and representation in all aspects of family law, including divorce, financial remedies, children matters, cohabitation disputes, domestic abuse, and pre/post-nuptial agreements.
* Work in accordance with the firm’s policies, procedures, and quality standards as outlined in the staff handbook.
* Meet agreed billing and time recording targets.
* Take overall responsibility for credit control and financial management on your own matters.
* Ensure ongoing compliance with the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) Code of Conduct and all other relevant regulatory requirements.
* Maintain a record of continuing professional development (CPD) and stay up to date with changes in the law and practice.
* Share knowledge, best practice, and legal updates with colleagues.
Uphold and promote the firm’s equality and diversity policies
*Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with 5+ years experience in family law.
* Able to manage a varied caseload independently with minimal supervision.
* Strong working knowledge of relevant family law legislation, case law, and court procedures.
* Awareness and understanding of the SRA Code of Conduct and other regulatory requirements.
* Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to explain complex legal matters clearly.
* Commercial and financial awareness, with a sound understanding of billing, budgeting and credit control. xsngvjr
* Demonstrated ability to contribute to business development through marketing, networking, and client relationship management.
* Competitive salary, dependent on experience
* Company pension scheme
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – 24/7 confidential support
* Ongoing professional development and training opportunities
* Generous holiday allowance
* Free or subsidised parking (location dependent)
* A genuine commitment to work-life balance and wellbeing
*Whether you’re looking for a new challenge, a better work-life balance, or a supportive environment to grow your career, we’d love to hear from you. For a copy of the job description or if you would like an informal chat then please contact Ruth Lerew, HR Adviser on
Inclusion and Diversity are paramount to us here at Windeatts LLP. If you require assistance with regards to reasonable adjustments during your application process, please do not hesitate to contact us – we are always happy to help_
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Company pension
* Employee discount
* Free parking
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Sick pay
* Work from home
Legal : 3 years (required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Totnes TQ9 5RU