Family Solicitor - Senior Associate
Location: Harpenden, Hertfordshire
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Working Hours: Full-time, Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Key Responsibilities:
* Handle private law proceedings and Family Law Act cases.
* Manage divorce, separation, and financial orders.
* Draft and advise on cohabitation agreements and pre/post-nuptial agreements.
* Represent clients and conduct your own advocacy in court
* Deliver exceptional client care, ensuring clients are supported throughout their legal journey
* Managing an independent caseload, supervising juniors when necessary.
The Ideal Candidate:
* 6-8+ years PQE in Family Law
* Proven ability to manage a diverse family law caseload independently
* Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
* Highly client-focused, with exceptional relationship-building skills
* Proficient in Microsoft Suite and other IT systems
Benefits:
* Competitive salary with bonus potential.
* Generous holiday package: 25 days annual leave + bank holidays, with options to buy/sell holidays and carry over extra leave
* Career development opportunities in a supportive and cooperative environment
* Hybrid working options to promote work-life balance
How to Apply?
Please apply directed or confidentially contact Elliot Lockley at Henderson Scott for more information. Alternatively, if this role is not for you, I am working with a variety of other opportunities with ranked teams in Hertfordshire so would be interested to talk to any lawyer.