Family solicitor nq + - private caseload - well established yorkshire firm

Job Description

Family Solicitor (NQ+)

? Brighouse

?? High-quality private family work with small legal aid caseload



An excellent opportunity has arisen for an NQ + Family Solicitor to join a well established Yorkshire practice in their Brighouse office. 



This role offers a varied and high-quality family law caseload, with a strong focus on private family matters, alongside a small, manageable amount of legal aid work. You’ll be joining a well-regarded, supportive team with a strong reputation in the local market.



The Role You will handle your own caseload of family matters, including:

 

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• Divorce and separation
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• Financial remedy proceedings
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• Private children matters
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• Cohabitation disputes
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• A limited amount of publicly funded family work
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There is genuine scope to develop your experience and progress your career, with support from experienced colleagues.



About You

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• NQ Solicitor + 
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• Experience in family law (gained through training contract, paralegal work or post-qualification)
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• Comfortable undertaking advocacy, including attending court where required
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• Confident managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
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• Strong client care skills with a practical and empathetic approach
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• Keen to develop and progress within a busy and well-regarded family team
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Why Join?

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• Mix of quality private work and limited legal aid
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• Supportive, collaborative working environment
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• Well-established firm with strong local roots
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• Competitive salary and benefits package
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• Clear opportunity for long-term development
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This is a great opportunity for an NQ or junior Family Solicitor looking to build a solid career within a reputable Yorkshire firm, working on meaningful and engaging cases.