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Private Family Solicitor

£45.5 - £53.5 per hourEstimated
Our client is seeking a Private Family Solicitor with 5+ years' PQE to join its highly regarded Family team, handling a varied caseload of divorce, financial remedy and private children matters.

The department has built an outstanding reputation for delivering high-quality legal advice with professionalism, empathy and expertise. Known for its collaborative culture and client-focused approach, this is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, progressive team within a leading UK law firm, where you can further develop your career while working on high-quality privately funded family matters.

Type of work for this Private Family Solicitor role:

  • Manage a diverse caseload of privately funded family law matters, including divorce, financial remedy proceedings, pre-nuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes, and private children matters.
  • Deliver clear, practical legal advice and high-quality representation, ensuring exceptional client care and the highest professional standards throughout each case.
  • Collaborate closely with colleagues across the Firms East London offices, providing seamless support to clients multiple locations.
  • Play an active role in the continued growth, success, and development of the Firms well-established and thriving Family Law Department.
Personal specifications for this Private Family Solicitor role:

  • Qualified solicitor with 5+ years' PQE in family law, with strong technical knowledge and sound practical judgement.
  • Proven experience managing a varied caseload of privately funded divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters.
  • Solid understanding of family finance, including cohabitation disputes and related developments.
  • Excellent client care skills, with the ability to deliver clear, pragmatic, and empathetic advice.
  • Proactive and organised, with the ability to manage your own caseload while working collaboratively as part of a team.
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills, with experience advising privately paying clients.
  • Committed to delivering the highest standards of professionalism and client service.
  • Resolution accreditation is essential; advanced Resolution or Law Society accreditations are desirable.
  • Business development experience or an enthusiasm for building client relationships and supporting departmental growth is an advantage.
  • A team player who enjoys working alongside senior colleagues, supporting junior team members, and contributing to a high-performing Family Law team.
Benefits for this Private Family Solicitor role:
  • Hybrid working
  • Generous Holiday allowance, increasing with service
  • Bonus Scheme
  • Birthday day off
  • Career development
  • Health cashback
  • Wellbeing initiatives
The Firm:
The Firm is a leading UK law firm with a long-standing reputation for delivering trusted legal advice and exceptional client service. Recognised by The Legal 500, Chambers UK and The Times Top 250 Law Firms, the Firm combines deep expertise with a modern, inclusive and forward-thinking culture. Named one of the Sunday Times Best Places to Work for three consecutive years, the Firm is committed to investing in its people through career development, flexible working and a collaborative environment where everyone can thrive.

For more information on this Private Family Solicitor role, please contact Mia Henderson quoting reference number 37590.

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