Solicitor - Family

£40,000 - £55,000

Full-time, permanent

Southampton

Are you looking to take your career to the next step?

I'm currently supporting a Top-tier Legal 500 law firm, with an excellent reputation for delivering top-tier legal services, as they look to add a Family Solicitor to the team in Southampton. If you are passionate about family law and want to further your career in a supportive and dynamic environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

The ideal candidate will be 0-3 years PQE. This role represents a fantastic opportunity to work closely with two partners dealing with all aspects of family law, predominantly focusing on high-net-worth matrimonial finance and complex private law children matters.

Family Solicitor responsibilities:

• Advise clients on a range of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, financial settlements, and domestic abuse
• Support senior solicitors in managing cases, conducting research, and preparing legal documentation
• Develop strong relationships with clients, providing empathetic and practical advice
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date case records, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements
• Actively engage with marketing and business development activity

What could set you apart?

• 0-3 years PQE with experience or a strong interest in family law
• Practical experience in drafting relevant family documents such as forms E, questionnaires, replies to questionnaires, court orders, statements, briefs to counsel, and Children Act application forms
• Flexible and proactive approach
• Good IT skills, particularly in Microsoft Office
• Willing to take ownership and be accountable and responsible for own work
• Resilience and ability to manage the challenges inherent in working in family law
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• A genuine passion for helping clients through challenging family situations

What's in it for you?

• Outstanding benefits package, including a bonus scheme
• Hybrid working
• Support and career development, with opportunities for progression
• Generous holiday allowance
• Great reputation within the industry and excellent exposure to high-quality cases

If you're looking to advance your career in family law with a firm that values growth and development, I'd love to hear from you.

For more information, please reach out to Ashleigh Curtis.

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