Family Solicitor
The Firm:
A well-established Law Firm in Dorset, specialising in Family Law matters. You will be within a team who are dedicated to providing compassionate and professional legal services to our clients during challenging times in their lives.
The Role:
Law Staff are seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join our prestigious clients growing team. The successful candidate will handle a diverse caseload of family law matters and contribute to the continued success of our practice.
Key Responsibilities
* Handle a wide range of family law cases, including:
* Privately and publicly funded matrimonial matters
* Divorce proceedings and judicial separations
* Drafting and negotiating separation agreements
* Ancillary relief and financial matters
* TOLATA (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act) cases
* Domestic abuse cases
* Non-molestation and occupation orders
* Private Children Act matters
* Child habitation cases
* Applications for injunctions and orders
* Civil partnership dissolutions
* Cohabitation disputes
* Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
* Conduct own advocacy as required in court proceedings
* Provide clear, empathetic advice to clients
* Manage client expectations and maintain excellent client relationships
* Work collaboratively with colleagues and support staff
* Contribute to the firm's business development initiatives
Qualifications and Skills:
* Qualified solicitor with current practicing certificate
* Minimum 1 years' post-qualification experience in Family Law
* Strong knowledge of family law legislation and procedures
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to manage a diverse caseload efficiently
* Empathetic approach to client care
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Benefits
* Competitive salary commensurate with experience
* Opportunities for career progression
* Supportive and collaborative work environment
* Continuing professional development
* Work-life balance initiatives
If you are passionate about family law and looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we want to hear from you.
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