Tips: Provide a summary of the role, what success in the position looks like, and how this role fits into the organization overall.ResponsibilitiesRODMAN PEARCE SOLICITORS are looking for a supervisor to oversee its legal aid works in children law and family law.The applicant is expected to have adequate experience and The Law Society accreditation to supervise the legal aid works under children and family laws. Supervisor may now supervise in more than one category of law and more than one office. Flexible-remote working is acceptable.The position is full-time and permanent with good competitive remunerations.QualificationsFAMILY LAW PANEL MEMBER Legal Knowledge: A strong understanding of family law statutes, regulations, and precedents is fundamentalCommunication Skills: Effective verbal and written communication skills are essential for interacting with clients, opposing counsel, and presenting cases in courtEmpathy: Family lawyers often deal with emotionally charged situations, so the ability to empathize with clients and understand their unique challenges is crucialDrafting & Negotiation Skills: Strong drafting and negotiating settlements and agreements outside of court is a common part of family law practiceMediation Skills: Many family law cases involve mediation, so the ability to facilitate productive discussions and agreements between parties is importantProblem-Solving: Family lawyers must be adept at analysing complex family dynamics and finding practical solutions to their clients' issuesResearch Proficiency: Strong research skills are needed to gather evidence, relevant information, evaluate and assess case law, and build compelling argumentsClient Management: Family lawyers must be able to work with people of all ages such as children and the elderly, manage client expectations and maintain trust and confidentialityCourtroom Skills: If cases go to court, family lawyers need to be skilled litigators, including presenting evidence, examining witnesses, and making persuasive legal argumentsFinancial Acumen: Understanding financial documents and assets, especially in divorce cases, is essential for equitable property divisionChild Advocacy: When children are involved, family lawyers need to be able to advocate for their best interestsCultural Sensitivity: Sensitivity to diverse cultural backgrounds and family structures is important when working with clientsEthical Judgment: Family lawyers must uphold ethical standards while practicing family law