Family Law Attorney

GMP Worldwide; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 63,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A specialist legal recruitment agency is looking for an experienced Family Lawyer in Gloucestershire. This full-time permanent position offers a competitive salary of up to £75,000 per annum with a hybrid working arrangement, allowing three to four remote days per week. Suitable candidates will have at least 3-5 years PQE in Family Law and strong client handling, with responsibilities including case management, advocacy, and assisting in the growth of the Family Law Department.

Benefits

On-site parking

Hybrid working arrangement

Qualifications

• Must demonstrate 3-5 years PQE or more in Family Law.
• Good general knowledge of Family Law, including Divorce and Children Act Matters.
• Ability to handle a busy and varied workload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a case load with minimal supervision.
• Advise clients and undertake own advocacy in Court.
• Involve in the growth of the Family Law Department.

Skills

Client handling skills

Understanding of Divorce law

Understanding of Financial Remedy law

Good communication skills

Teamwork ability

Tools

SOS case management software

Job description

Are you an experienced Family Lawyer looking for a new position in 2026?

Is hybrid working attractive for you?

GMP Recruitment are proud to be partnered with a long-established, successful, and recognisable Legal Firm located in Gloucestershire. We are currently supporting their recruitment for an experienced Family Lawyer to join their team on a full-time permanent contract.

We are looking for an individual that can demonstrate 5 years plus PQE or more with a highly competitive salary on offer of up to £75,000 per annum, working Monday – Friday 9am – 5pm.

The role offers a hybrid working arrangement, with three (potentially four) remote working days per week, as well as on-site parking.

Our client has a very well respected and well-regarded Family Law Department and are looking to recruit a self-motivated Family Lawyer on a permanent basis, working alongside experienced lawyers. This is a unique position.

Family Solicitor main duties :

• You will manage a case load with a minimum of supervision
• Deliver good client handling skills dealing with Finances and Divorce and be willing and able to undertake own advocacy in Court on initial hearings and directions appointments.
• Advise clients on a private basis but to also undertake some Legal Aid work.
• You will be involved in the direction and growth of our Family Law Department.

Family Solicitor desired skills and experience :

• You must demonstrate 3-5 years PQE or more preferably dealing with all areas of Family Law
• Possess have a good general knowledge of Family Law including Divorce, Private Law Children Act Matters, Financial Remedy, Injunctions and Cohabitation Disputes.
• A comprehensive understanding of Law and the legal context, including resources to maintain continuous professional development.
• Ability to work within a team and interact effectively with others.
• Articulate with a high level of attention to detail.
• Organised and able to handle a busy and varied workload.
• Committed to a high level of client service.
• Proactive and tenacious in seeing to resolve client matters irrespective of their nature.
• Experience of using legal software including SOS case management, is desirable

If the above role sounds perfect for you, or you require more information, please click apply or contact GMP Recruitment directly for a confidential chat.