Job Title: Private Family Solicitor
Salary: Circa up to £45,000 DOE
Hours: Full Time
Location: Gloucestershire
Job Reference: CWS427
OVERVIEW
We are looking for an NQ Solicitor to joining a well-established firm within a busy Family department in Gloucester. While the focus is predominantly Private Family Law matters, you may also handle some Legal Aid files. This is an ideal opportunity for any NQ solicitor that is looking to further extend their knowledge and progress their career within Private Family Law. You will have the support from the senior solicitor in the team as well as secretaries and Paralegals. Please note, due to the nature of the work and face-to-face meetings with clients, this role is fully office-based. However, this provides an excellent opportunity to collaborate closely with experienced Solicitors, enhancing your learning, development, and overall expertise in family law.
YOUR DAY TO DAY
* Meeting clients face to face in the office, take instructions and provide your expert Legal advice
* Manage your own caseload of Private Family Law matters with some (very limited) Legal Aid. This includes, but may not be limited to, Divorce and separation, Matrimonial Finances and Financial Agreements, Cohabitation, Pre & Post nuptial agreements, children, etc.
* Engaging in discussions with opposing parties to reach amicable settlements, where possible, in the best interests of clients
* Maintaining organised and up-to-date client files, ...