Family Law Solicitor

Executive Connect LTD; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 36,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Performance bonus

Accreditation support

Team environment

Job summary

Executive Connect LTD in Blackburn is seeking a Family Law Solicitor to join a busy, specialist firm accredited by Resolution and Lexcel. The role combines private and publicly funded cases, offering a varied caseload and client care excellence.

The successful candidate will manage matters from instruction to conclusion, including advocacy where needed, in a supportive team environment. Minimum 1 year PQE and strong family law knowledge are desired.

Qualifications

• 1 year PQE or more.
• Strong knowledge of family law.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Able to work independently and take initiative.
• Experience working with sensitive or vulnerable clients.
• Good time and case management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of family law matters.
• Advise clients on funding options and Legal Aid eligibility.
• Instruct and liaise with counsel, experts and third parties.
• Represent clients in court and advocate when required.
• Provide compassionate, clear advice to vulnerable clients.
• Ensure compliance with Lexcel and SRA standards.

Skills

1 year PQE

Family law knowledge

Client care

Independent working

Vulnerable clients

Time management

Job description

Family Law Solicitor

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Blackburn

Pay: From £40,000.00 per year

Full-Time

We are looking for a Family Law Solicitor to join a busy, family and immigration specialist law firm located in the heart of Blackburn town centre. We are a Resolution and Lexcel-accredited law firm. We pride ourselves on delivering clear, practical legal advice with a personal touch.

The Role

This is a full-time role involving both privately and publicly funded cases. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, provide high-quality client care, and handle matters from initial instruction through to conclusion, including advocacy where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Handling a caseload of family law matters
• Advising clients on funding options and assessing financial eligibility (Legal Aid)
• Instructing and liaising with counsel, experts, and third parties
• Representing clients in court and conducting advocacy when required
• Delivering compassionate and clear advice to often vulnerable clients
• Ensuring compliance with Lexcel and SRA standards

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 1 year PQE
• Strong knowledge of family law
• Excellent communication and client care skills
• Comfortable working independently and using initiative
• Experience working with sensitive or vulnerable clients
• Strong time management and case management skills

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus
• Career development and support for Law Society/Resolution accreditation
• A supportive, approachable team environment