Autonomous Family Solicitor – Leicester

Regional Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Regional Recruitment in Leicester is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join a well-established legal team. You will manage a varied caseload, provide practical advice, and take responsibility from instruction through to resolution.

You will handle diverse family matters, including divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements, working with clients directly in a supportive environment to develop your career.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor status in England & Wales is required.
• Previous experience working within family law.
• Strong knowledge across a range of family matters.
• Experience managing a caseload with a high degree of autonomy.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong drafting and negotiation abilities.
• Good advocacy skills and confidence dealing with contentious matters.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of family law matters.
• Advising clients on divorce and separation.
• Handling financial and property matters arising from relationship breakdown.
• Advising on arrangements for children.
• Dealing with applications relating to child residence and contact.
• Preparing and reviewing legal correspondence and documentation.
• Drafting applications, statements and other court documents.
• Negotiating settlements where appropriate.
• Representing clients in court hearings and other proceedings as required.
• Liaising with barristers, experts, mediators and other professional advisers.

Skills

Communication skills

Drafting & negotiation

Advocacy skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Solicitor qualification (England & Wales)

Job description

Regional Recruitment in Leicester is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join a well-established legal team. You will manage a varied caseload, provide practical advice, and take responsibility from instruction through to resolution.

You will handle diverse family matters, including divorce, financial settlements, and child arrangements, working with clients directly in a supportive environment to develop your career.