Family Solicitor
5+PQE
Hampshire/Surrey/Sussex
Looking to bring some joy into your workday?
We’re working with an expanding firm Recommended in the Legal 500 providing top-notch services to Hampshire, Surrey, Sussex, and beyond.
Could You be the perfect fit for their Family Team?
What’s on Offer:
* Flexible Working Environment: Enjoy a work-life balance that suits you—work in your pyjamas if you want (we won't tell anyone).
* Rewarding Atmosphere: Join a team that's as close-knit as family—just without the awkward holiday dinners and political debates.
* Dynamic Work Culture: We work hard, but we also believe in laughing until our sides hurt (who says lawyers can’t be fun?).
* Opportunities for Growth: Shape your career into something you love, with plenty of room for advancement (and the occasional unsolicited career advice from colleagues).
* Supportive Team: Work alongside colleagues who genuinely enjoy their jobs and have mastered the art of celebrating even the smallest victories (like finding a missing stapler).
* Access to Tools & Resources: Get the tools you need to succeed—think of it as your legal superhero toolkit, minus the cape.
* Collaboration & Camaraderie: Experience a team atmosphere where brainstorming is encouraged, and inside jokes are a given (but no hazing...mostly).
What Will You Be Doing?
* Juggling a mixed caseload of family matters like a legal ninja.
* Collaborating with a fun and passionate team to take over the family law world (or at least Hampshire).
* Running cases from start to finish—no, you won’t need to lace up your sneakers, but you will see each case through from the first meeting to the final hearing.
* Hitting realistic, achievable targets—because who needs more stress?
What Skills and Attributes Do You Need?
* Legal Expertise: You’ve got a solid grasp of family law—divorce, child custody, prenups—you name it. You’re like a legal superhero with courtroom confidence and negotiation finesse (cape optional).
* Client Whisperer: You possess the empathy and active listening skills to charm clients, judges, and maybe even toddlers with your clear communication. You could probably talk a toddler into sharing their toys—impressive!
* Negotiation Ninja: You can turn disputes into deals faster than you can say “amicable resolution,” keeping everyone on board like a skilled captain of a ship in turbulent waters.
* Organized & Efficient: You juggle cases, deadlines, and documents like a pro at a circus—no dropping the ball here! Your keen eye for detail ensures nothing slips through the cracks (unless it’s that one pen you can never find).
* Tech-Savvy: You navigate Microsoft Office and legal software like a digital wizard. Tech meltdowns? Not on your watch!
* Team Player: You’ve got a collaborative spirit and love sharing the load with your colleagues—think of it as teamwork, not just an excuse to finish off the last piece of cake together.
* Driven & Detail-Oriented: You’re ambitious with an eye for detail so sharp, you could cut through the toughest legal arguments—and still have time to correct a typo.
* Problem-Solver: You’re a quick thinker who can handle complex cases calmly and analytically. Smile on your face, you’ll make even the toughest situations feel like a walk in the park.
* Emotional Resilience: You tackle emotional situations with professionalism, bouncing back like a rubber band ready for the next challenge—because you know it’s all part of the family law rollercoaster.
* Financially Sharp: You understand financial settlements, child support, and asset division like a seasoned accountant—but with a lot more flair.
* Mediation Experience: If you’ve got legal aid or mediation experience, that’s a bonus! If not, don’t worry—we’ve got the training to help you level up your skills.
If you're ready to bring your talents to a team that values both work and play, with a dynamic, supportive work culture with opportunities for growth, and a team that genuinely enjoys what they do (and maybe a few good laughs along the way).
We can't wait to meet the newest member of our family! Apply now and start enjoying a career where your skills, ambition, and love for family law can truly shine.