Family Solicitor
Location: Preston
A fantastic Legal 500 firm is seeking a talented Family Solicitor to join its thriving Private Family team.
This is a standout opportunity to work within a highly collaborative and supportive environment, handling a diverse and high-quality caseload of privately funded family matters.
Key Responsibilities
*Managing a varied caseload of private family law matters, including divorce, financial settlements, private children disputes and domestic abuse cases
*Representing clients in family court proceedings and hearings where appropriate
*Providing clear, practical legal advice both verbally and in writing
*Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal procedures
*Assisting with the ongoing development and improvement of team processes and services
*Building and maintaining strong client relationships, while supporting business development initiatives
About You
*Qualified Family Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant family law practice rights (or equivalent)
*Experience working within a private family law team
*Strong background in handling divorce, financial matters, private children work, domestic abuse and related court proceedings
*Working knowledge of Legal Aid
*Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail
*A professional, client-focused approach aligned with firm values
Desirable:
*Experience undertaking your own advocacy
*Involvement in business development activities, including networking and client relationship building
The Firm
This well-regarded firm has a strong presence across the North of England and is recognised for delivering high-quality, practical legal services.
The firm places a strong emphasis on collaboration, professional development and achieving positive outcomes for clients.
Benefits
*33 days’ annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service
*Option to purchase additional leave (subject to terms)
*Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity and adoption pay
*Enhanced sick pay
*Paid volunteer and celebration leave
*Ongoing training and career progression opportunities
*Profit share scheme
*Staff discounts on legal services
*Health and wellbeing support, including cashback plans and counselling services
*Private healthcare
*Retail and gym discounts
*Regular social and firm-wide events
If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career ambitions, we would be delighted to hear from you.
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