Family law solicitor (nq-3 pqe)

Family Law Solicitor (NQ-3 PQE) Location: Birmingham

Working Hours: 9:00 am - 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday (Office-based)

Salary: £31,000-£38,000 per annum (Negotiable depending on experience)

The Role

Managing a caseload of private family law matters, including Private Law Children Act matters, divorce and finances from instruction through to conclusion.

Advising clients on matrimonial and children matters as well as injunctions.

Drafting legal documents, including applications, witness statements, etc.

Preparing court bundles and attending hearings independently where required.

Liaising with clients, counsel, the Court, and other parties.

Contributing to the ongoing development of the department.

Managing between 30-40 files at any one time.

Working to billing targets of 3.5 x income.

Expected to conduct hearings independently as a qualified solicitor.

Court attendance is required a few times per month, depending on caseload.

Requirements - Essential

Newly qualified and/or 1-3 years PQE Family Law Solicitor.

Ability to manage a caseload without full time supervision from day one.

Strong knowledge of matrimonial finance, private children and injunction matters.

Strong advocacy experience and ability to conduct hearings independently.

Strong drafting and client care skills.

Ability to manage a busy caseload independently.

Proactive and professional approach.

Desirable

Preferably able to drive and a car owner.

Will be paid for court travel and mileage on the standard basis.

What's in It For You

• Opportunity to progress your career within a growing firm (up to Senior Solicitor)
• Salary reviewed annually and increased based on targets
• Pension contribution (NEST scheme or opt out) - 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays and office closure days
• Office closed during the Christmas period
• External courses to progress in the role

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