Full job descriptionFamily Solicitor – 2-5 PQE (Only a guide)
Sevenoaks | Excellent Regional Law Firm | Hybrid Working
An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor to join the highly regarded Family team of an established and successful regional law firm based in Sevenoaks.
This is a broad and interesting role, with a particular emphasis on financial remedy work arising from divorce, including mid- to high-net-worth matters. The successful candidate will also have the opportunity to advise on pre-nuptial agreements, cohabitation disputes involving jointly owned property, private children matters and divorce proceedings.
The firm offers a supportive and collegiate environment, genuine opportunities for professional development and a strong work-life balance, including hybrid working.
The Role:
You will manage your own caseload and provide high-quality advice and representation to clients across a broad range of family matters. Your responsibilities will include:
*Advising clients on financial remedy matters, including mid to high-net-worth cases
*Advising on pre-nuptial agreements and cohabitation disputes
*Handling private children matters, including arrangements for children
*Conducting client interviews and providing clear, practical legal advice
*Assessing legal issues and devising appropriate case strategies
*Advising clients on likely legal costs and ensuring appropriate funding arrangements are in place
*Conducting legal research and preparing case papers
*Obtaining and assessing evidence from witnesses and experts
*Assessing the strengths and weaknesses of both your client’s and the opposing party’s case
*Briefing counsel and working effectively with external professionals
*Negotiating settlements and representing clients where appropriate
*Issuing proceedings in the appropriate court or venue
*Preparing court documentation and ensuring all deadlines are met
*Attending and, where appropriate, representing clients at interim hearings
*Maintaining high standards of client care, confidentiality and file management
Compliance & Financial Management:
The successful candidate will be expected to maintain excellent standards of compliance and financial management, including:
*Ensuring sufficient funds are held on account for solicitors’ costs and counsel’s fees, or that suitable alternative funding is in place
*Preparing regular client invoices and monitoring costs throughout matters
*Correctly applying Anti-Money Laundering regulations and relevant procedures
*Maintaining files in accordance with the firm’s departmental procedures, professional rules and relevant quality standards, including ISO 9001 and the Specialist Quality Mark where applicable
*Maintaining accurate and timely time recording
*Working in accordance with any relevant third-party funding requirements
Business Development:
The role will also involve contributing to the continued growth and development of the Family department and wider firm. This will include:
*Building and maintaining professional networks and undertaking approximately 50 hours of marketing/business development activity per year
*Supporting the development and progression of the department and firm
*Attending relevant internal and external training and professional development courses
*Working towards a target of 1,200 chargeable hours per annum
*Meeting the financial billing target set by the Head of Department
About You:
We are looking for a Family Solicitor who is keen to develop their career within a respected regional practice.
You will ideally have:
*Strong experience across family law, particularly financial remedy work
*Experience of dealing with mid to high-net-worth financial matters would be advantageous
*Excellent attention to detail and a strong understanding of professional and regulatory obligations
*Excellent communication and client management skills
*A practical, commercial and solution-focused approach
*The ability to manage a caseload effectively and work to deadlines
*A willingness to contribute to business development and the continued growth of the team
*Flexibility to work across the firm’s offices and, where required, at client premises
What’s on Offer:
The firm offers a comprehensive package, including:
*Competitive salary
*Hybrid working – up to 2 days from home per week
*Excellent benefits & Annual Leave package
Apply Now:
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