Position
Position: Family Solicitor
Reports to: Managing Director
Days of Work: Mon – Fri
Hours of Work: 09:00 – 17:30
Salary: TBC
Location: Bristol
Working Arrangements: Office Based
We have an exciting opportunity for a qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive or experienced Paralegal to build on their expertise and make a real difference in the lives of our clients. This role will be based at our Bristol office.
Key Responsibilities
* Representing and advising clients in a variety of family matters, including contentious cases concerning divorce and domestic violence, and overseeing family estates; provide advice on areas such as child contact and adoption.
* Represent parties in care proceedings, for example on behalf of the parent or children.
* Work closely with other members of the team, including the Managing Director, paralegals, secretaries, and other support staff.
* Provide advice to clients in person, via telephone or video conference.
* Draft legal documents and review documentation.
* Represent clients in court.
* Represent clients in mediation and other forms of Non-Court Dispute Resolution.
* Establish a compelling position for the client, using a complete and accurate understanding of the matter and family law.
Person Specification
* Work to a target of 6 billable hours a day and cooperate with the firm’s credit control arrangements.
* Be able to work effectively within a team, as well as efficiently running an individual caseload.
* Be professional, organised, competent, enthusiastic and ambitious.
* Be able to work with other fee earners and seek advice and assistance whenever needed to develop knowledge and skills.
* Regular file reviews will be undertaken in the office with a senior Solicitor to ensure compliance and client care.
We Offer
* Competitive starting salary
* Support in continuing professional development and pursuing your long-term career goals
* Access to the private Kidwells gym
* Holiday entitlement of 24 days + Bank holidays
* A purpose-built staff room and one-hour lunch breaks
* A dynamic, positive, client-driven work environment to apply skills where they’ll make the most difference.
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