Lyons Bowe is a local, high-street Solicitors, but with a difference! Established in 2014, we have developed state of the art technology which allows us to offer exceptional legal services across Residential Conveyancing, New Build, Family & Private Client whilst also providing that all-important high-street service to our local communities. Our expansion is a reflection of our strong performance, our continuing focus on strategic planning and our commitment to providing an excellent service to all clients and more importantly investing in our people. We can only do what we do, to the standard we strive for, by attracting, developing and retaining talented staff – people who are knowledgeable, capable and who share our values. We want our staff to feel engaged and valued. Following the growth of our business we are now looking to recruit an experienced Family Lawyer who can continue to grow our Family Law business. Job Purpose We are looking for an ambitious and experienced family lawyer to join our expanding team. The successful applicant will have experience in handling a broad case load of Family matters and will have the ambition to grow the department with experience of managing a team and working collaboratively with the head of department as well as on your own to business development. Responsibilities and Duties Deal with a mix case load of matters to include, but not limited to, divorce, financial matters, private and public children matters and cohabitation disputes Drafting, negotiating, and reviewing court documents such as pleadings or witness statements Liaising with a variety of other professionals including psychologists, doctors, social workers, and police officers. Act as a team leader for future junior members of the team Teach, guide, and improve junior members of the team to develop their skills and experience, thus shaping the future of Lyons Bowe Business develop with the Head of Family Law as well as working autonomously to grow the Family law side of the business in Bristol Requirements A qualified Family Lawyer with a minimum of 1 years’ experience in Family Law Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills Good organisational and multitasking abilities Must be skilled in negotiation, debate and persuasion techniques Based in the Bristol area to enable to development of the business Strong business development skills Strong interest in helping support and develop junior members of staff Being involved in the development of the firms culture Excellent IT skills to work in an innovative and forward-thinking law firm Why Lyons Bowe? 25 days holiday, plus Bank Holidays Annual Lyons Bowe Bank Holiday Either onsite parking or parking permits provided Discounted legal services Free flu jab Free eye test Have your birthday off! Flexible working arrangements where possible Access to free mental health services Remote & hybrid working opportunities Family friendly approach Healthy work-life balance Extensive training and development opportunities for all employees