Job Title: Family Law Solicitor
Job Description:
We are seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor to join our team, handling a variety of private family matters, including private children cases, divorce proceedings, and financial remedy cases. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to work in a supportive and dynamic environment.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage a caseload of private family matters, with a focus on children’s issues, divorce, and financial remedy cases.
* Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients, ensuring the highest standards of service.
* Work efficiently and effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.
* Prepare and present cases in family courts with solid advocacy skills.
* Maintain accurate records and meet or exceed billing and time recording targets.
* Communicate complex legal issues clearly to clients, ensuring they understand their options and the implications.
* Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to the success of the team.
Skills and Qualifications:
* Experience working in accordance with Lexcel standards.
* Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
* Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
* Solid advocacy experience in family law matters.
* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify legal jargon for clients.
* Demonstrable success in meeting or surpassing billing and time recording targets.
* A positive reference from your current or previous employer.
* Experience in TOLATA (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act) or cohabitee disputes (desirable).
* Membership with Resolution (desirable).
* Experience in international family law (desirable).
* Law Society Family or Advanced Family accreditation (desirable).
If you are passionate about family law and looking for an opportunity to progress your career in a supportive and professional setting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today