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Family Solicitor (Newly Qualified), Bury
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Client:
Mallory Pryce
Location:
Bury, United Kingdom
Job Category:
Other
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EU work permit required:
Yes
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Job Reference:
20a086f0dd80
Job Views:
2
Posted:
14.05.2025
Expiry Date:
28.06.2025
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Job Description:
Join a highly regarded law firm as a Newly Qualified Family Solicitor and embark on an exciting career within a progressive and supportive legal team. This role is ideal for an empathetic and motivated legal professional, seeking to champion clients’ interests and contribute to the ongoing success of a renowned family law department.
Key Responsibilities in Family Law
* Managing a varied caseload of private family law matters, including divorce, separation, financial settlements, cohabitation disputes, and private children proceedings.
* Advising clients on their legal rights and options in respect of all aspects of family breakdown, including child arrangements, parental responsibility, and protection from domestic abuse.
* Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating court documents, financial remedy applications, child arrangement orders, and pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.
* Representing clients at court hearings, mediations, and settlement meetings, ensuring their interests are robustly represented at every stage.
* Liaising sensitively and effectively with clients, witnesses, counsel, the courts, and opposing representatives, maintaining high standards of client care.
* Ensuring strict adherence to all regulatory, ethical, and procedural requirements within family law practice.
* Engaging in continuous professional development and training to maintain a thorough and up-to-date understanding of family law practice and procedure.
* Contributing positively to a collaborative, client-focused team environment and supporting colleagues as required.
Essential Skills and Experience for Family Solicitor (NQ)
* Qualified solicitor (England and Wales) with a demonstrable interest or seat in family law, ideally gained as part of a training contract or recent post-qualification experience.
* Up-to-date knowledge of family legislation and current best practices in resolving family disputes, financial matters, and matters involving children.
* Strong client relationship and communication skills, demonstrating professionalism, sensitivity, and clarity in all interactions.
* Ability to manage a busy caseload with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and sound judgement.
* Excellent drafting and negotiation capabilities, supported by a collaborative and pragmatic approach.
* Effective use of legal case management systems and proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
* Commitment to equality, diversity, and delivering client-centric solutions in all aspects of practice.
Benefits and Career Progression as a Family Law Solicitor
* Genuine opportunities for career development and promotion within a highly respected, people-focused firm.
* Access to a broad spectrum of family law cases, enhancing your expertise and professional profile.
* Supportive and inclusive team environment, facilitating knowledge-sharing and growth.
* Competitive starting salary and comprehensive benefits package, including pension and wellness schemes.
* Flexible working arrangements promoting a healthy work-life balance, with a hybrid and remote working model available.
* Regular access to in-house and external CPD, with mentoring from experienced family law specialists.
About You
* You are passionate about delivering high-quality family legal services and making a positive impact for clients going through challenging times.
* You excel at building rapport and trust, displaying empathy, fairness, and resilience in all circumstances.
* You thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and are driven to continually develop your legal knowledge and practical skills.
* You always operate with the highest standards of integrity, discretion, and professionalism.
* You are eager to contribute to a diverse, inclusive, and forward-thinking legal team.
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