Job Description
An opportunity has arisen for a Public Family Solicitor to join a well-established and progressive law firm within its busy family department.Based at either their Bolton or Bury office, this role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday allowance including your birthday off, a workplace nursery scheme, pension contributions, and access to a range of staff perks such as a Cycle2Work initiative and Northern Rail discounts. Ongoing training, guidance, and support are provided as part of a collaborative and welcoming environment where professional growth is genuinely encouraged.The ideal candidate will be working within a busy team, with supportive and friendly colleagues, and responsibilities will include running a caseload of care/public law files independently, undertaking own advocacy, and providing support to colleagues when needed.The ideal candidate will be children panel accredited, and a car must be available for use to travel to and from courts.The firm itself is a long-standing regional practice with deep roots in the North West and a strong reputation for client care and legal excellence. With around 200 staff and eight offices across the region, it combines the approachability of a traditional high street firm with the forward-thinking mindset of a modern legal business.
Accredited by Lexcel, CQS, and WIQS, the firm maintains high standards in client service and practice management, and offers opportunities to be part of a thriving legal community that values professionalism, integrity, and collaboration.This is a fantastic chance to take the next step in your career in family law within a firm that truly invests in its people.