Family Solicitor Middlesbrough 65K-70K The Role:- Prestigious Teesside based Law Firm specialising in Criminal Defence and Family/Children Law, with a reputation for a high-quality client service are looking to recruit a Family Solicitor to take over as Legal Aid Supervisor/Head of Department. What we are looking for:- The role: The successful candidate will be able to deal with publicly funded family law matters, with particular focus upon Care and Child Protection. The caseload can be a mix of private law work also, to include Child Arrangements/Contact and Non-Molestation Orders. The role will involve managing your own caseload, working with the Family Team to develop a high-quality Care service for our clients and supervision of other staff members. Membership of Resolution and/or Panel Memberships would be an advantage and is a requirement of being a Legal Aid Supervisor. Requirements: Family Law Experience – Public Law and Private Law Children. Excellent working knowledge of Legal Aid and CCMS System. Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Developed advocacy skills Ability to offer a quality service, maintaining high standards in accordance with the Legal Aid Agency Family Contract and Specialist Quality Mark requirements. High level of self-motivation and drive. Confident ability to run and develop your own caseload with minimal supervision. Collaborative approach, with a focus upon maintaining excellent internal and external relationships and promotion of the Firm. Monday to Friday – 9am to 5pm (office is closed for lunch 12.30pm to 1.30pm) Work Location: In person – Flexibility/hybrid working can be discussed and agreed. Please apply directly to:- (url removed)