Full job descriptionThe Role
We are seeking a confident and experienced Family Solicitor to manage a varied private family law caseload independently.
The successful candidate will join the existing Doncaster office and work as part of the wider family team.
The role will include:
*managing divorce, separation, financial remedy and private children matters;
*advising on cohabitation disputes, pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, separation agreements and protective injunctions;
*handling TOLATA matters where appropriate, with TOLATA experience being ideal;
*supervising and developing junior staff;
*supporting the wider family team;
*attending networking events and assisting with business development;
*contributing to the continued growth of the Doncaster office and the wider firm.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have:
*ideally 8+ years’ PQE in family law, although strong candidates with relevant experience will be considered;
*experience in both children and financial remedy matters;
*TOLATA experience is ideal;
*ability to manage a busy caseload with minimal supervision;
*excellent client care, drafting and communication skills;
*strong commercial awareness and a good billing record;
*experience or willingness to supervise and develop junior colleagues;
*willingness to network and assist with business development;
*ambition to grow within the firm;
*confidence using case management systems and Microsoft Office;
*a professional, organised and team-focused approach.