Family Solicitor – Exciting Opportunity in Yorkshire
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a talented and driven Family Solicitor. You will join a growing and dynamic legal practice in a role that offers flexibility, career progression and a supportive team environment.
This L500 law firm is seeking a skilled Family Solicitor to undertake fee-earning work, offering hybrid working opportunities and the chance to be part of a close-knit, expanding team.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a varied caseload, including divorce, private children matters, non-molestation orders and financial relief cases
* Handle cases independently under supervision and take on existing cases partway through
* Attend court for directions hearings, first appointments and financial dispute resolution hearings
* Take client instructions, draft legal documents and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
* Ensure compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements, including the Solicitors Act and legal aid rules
* Supervise and mentor junior team members, including conducting file reviews
About You – Skills & Experience:
* Strong legal knowledge and excellent client care skills
* Proficiency in billing for services and understanding of legal aid eligibility and rules
* Experience handling private children matters, domestic abuse cases, divorce and financial disputes – knowledge of TOLATA is advantageous
* Skilled in drafting legal documents
* Self-motivated with the ability to generate new work
* Ability to supervise team members and conduct file supervisions
* Qualified to act as a supervisor for Legal Aid purposes
What’s on Offer?
* Competitive salary
* Excellent work-life balance with hybrid working options
* 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, increasing with service
* Additional day off for your birthday
* Two half-days off annually for Life Admin Days
* Health scheme
* Two discretionary bonuses per year
* Company pension scheme
* Regular team events and Christmas gatherings