Family Law Solicitor – Rooney Family Law, Glasgow, Hamilton
Overview
Rooney Family Law is a leading niche family law practice in Scotland, known for clear, pragmatic, and results‑driven advice delivered with genuine care for clients.
Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor (minimum five years PQE) to join our expanding team. The successful candidate will spend at least two days per week in our new Hamilton office, with regular use of our new Glasgow office at Blythswood Square and occasional travel to other locations. Some hybrid working is available for the right candidate.
You will manage your own caseload of high‑quality family work, including complex financial provision on divorce, cohabitation claims, and separation agreements, while supporting junior solicitors on major cases. You will also handle child‑related work and have regular advocacy exposure.
Qualifications and Experience
* Minimum five years’ post‑qualification experience in family law.
* Proven ability to handle complex financial provision and cohabitation claims from instruction to conclusion.
* Confident advocacy skills with experience in both Sheriff Court and Court of Session procedure.
* Strong drafting and negotiation skills.
* Commercial awareness and ability to build strong client relationships.
* Interest in mentoring or supporting less experienced team members.
What We Offer
* Competitive salary and performance‑linked bonus.
* Regular exposure to high‑value, complex and novel family law work.
* Opportunities for career progression within a growing, forward‑thinking firm.
* Flexible hybrid model with scope to work across Hamilton, Glasgow and other locations.
* Supportive working environment and excellent team culture.
Contact
Brian Rooney
Email: br@rooneyfamilylaw.co.uk
Tel: 07787 941 272
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