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.