Family Solicitor (Lancashire)

Harrison Drury Solicitors; Preston; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working policy

Employee bonus scheme

Medicash health benefits cash plan

Paid time off for voluntary work

Holiday entitlement increases with length of service

Free individual or mirror wills

Free wills

Employee referral scheme

Regular social events

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Preston is seeking a Family Solicitor with 2+ years of post‑qualifying experience. You will manage a varied caseload of privately funded family law matters while actively participating in business development activities. This role requires strong organisational skills, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to build client relationships. The firm offers a supportive culture, hybrid work arrangements, and various employee benefits including health plans and an employee bonus scheme.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of post-qualifying experience as a Family Solicitor.
• Proven experience managing a varied caseload of family law matters.
• Ability to manage multiple caseloads effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage Family files and client relations effectively.
• Attend court and meetings as required.
• Draft legal documents and manage billing processes.
• Participate in marketing and business development activities.

Skills

Experience acting for privately funded and HNW clients

Strong commercial awareness

Excellent attention to detail

Strong organisational and planning skills

Excellent IT skills

Ability to work independently and collaboratively

Confidence in business development

Education

2+ years of post-qualifying experience

Tools

SOS case-management system

Job description

Associate/Solicitor - Family (Lancashire)

Join Harrison Drury Solicitors as a Family Solicitor with 2+ years of post‑qualifying experience.

Harrison‑Drury is a market‑leading firm of solicitors with offices in Lancashire, Cumbria, and Staffordshire. We’ve been named one of the UK’s Best Companies to Work For for the third year running, placed 40th in the Top 100 Best Mid‑Sized Companies to Work For list, and ranked 10th in the Best Companies to Work For in the Law sector.

The Opportunity

The Family Team is looking to recruit an experienced Family Solicitor (2+ PQE ideally) to join any of our Preston, Garstang, Clitheroe, Lytham, or Lancaster offices. You will manage a varied caseload of privately funded divorce, financial remedy, and children matters, using a Case Management System.

The role also involves business development activities such as networking events, building local relationships, and identifying new opportunities for growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Effective management of Family files, both hard copy and within SOS.
• Progress client work efficiently, ensuring clients are kept informed on outcomes, progress, and costs.
• Attend court, mediations, and meetings, preparing detailed notes and minutes as required.
• Ensure confidentiality and security of documentation in line with Law Society and GDPR requirements.
• Achieve agreed billing and time‑recording targets.
• Manage the billing process and liaise with Finance.
• Draft legal documents including correspondence and court documentation.
• Support colleagues within the team when required.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and operational development.
• Work towards team objectives and promote the firm’s values.
• Actively participate in marketing and business development activities.

Skills & Experience

• Experience acting for privately funded and HNW clients.
• Strong commercial awareness.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong organisational and planning skills.
• Excellent IT skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively, using initiative.
• Confidence in business development and building client relationships.

Desirable

• Demonstrated leadership skills.
• Experience using the SOS case‑management system.

Benefits

At Harrison Drury, we believe in rewarding our people and supporting their wellbeing. Benefits include:

• Hybrid working policy
• Commitment to a maximum of 1,200 chargeable hours per annum
• Employee bonus scheme and annual pay review
• Medicash health benefits cash plan and EAP
• Holiday entitlement increases with length of service
• Paid time off for voluntary work (2 days per year)
• Free conveyancing for the purchase/sale of your primary residence
• Free individual or mirror wills
• Employee referral scheme
• Biannual promotion and salary uplift process
• Regular social events, including our annual Christmas party and staff recognition awards

Why Join Us?

• Be part of an award‑winning, people‑focused firm.
• Work alongside recognised experts in the field.
• Enjoy a supportive culture that invests in staff development and wellbeing.
• Flexible working arrangements to suit your lifestyle.
• Opportunity to make a real impact in a growing team.