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Job Title: Family Law Solicitor

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor to join our team, handling a variety of private family matters, including private children cases, divorce proceedings, and financial remedy cases. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to work in a supportive and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

* Manage a caseload of private family matters, with a focus on children’s issues, divorce, and financial remedy cases.

* Provide expert legal advice and representation to clients, ensuring the highest standards of service.

* Work efficiently and effectively under pressure to meet deadlines.

* Prepare and present cases in family courts with solid advocacy skills.

* Maintain accurate records and meet or exceed billing and time recording targets.

* Communicate complex legal issues clearly to clients, ensuring they understand their options and the implications.

* Collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to the success of the team.

Skills and Qualifications:

* Experience working in accordance with Lexcel standards.

* Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.

* Proven ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

* Solid advocacy experience in family law matters.

* Excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify legal jargon for clients.

* Demonstrable success in meeting or surpassing billing and time recording targets.

* A positive reference from your current or previous employer.

* Experience in TOLATA (Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act) or cohabitee disputes (desirable).

* Membership with Resolution (desirable).

* Experience in international family law (desirable).

* Law Society Family or Advanced Family accreditation (desirable).

If you are passionate about family law and looking for an opportunity to progress your career in a supportive and professional setting, we’d love to hear from you. Apply today