Family Law Solicitor

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A legal recruitment agency is seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor to join a Public Family team in the Luton area. This role offers a competitive salary and a hybrid working model that balances office collaboration with remote work. Candidates should have 3-4 years PQE in family law, strong communication skills, and the ability to manage diverse caseloads. The organization provides generous annual leave, CPD training support, and a clear progression pathway within a supportive team culture.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave

Pension scheme

CPD training budget

Private health insurance

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of family law procedure, evidence and child protection frameworks.
• Track record of positive client feedback and case outcomes.
• Interest in continuing professional development within family law.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of public family law matters.
• Provide expert legal advice to clients.
• Represent clients in court proceedings.

Skills

Emotional intelligence and resilience

Excellent written and oral communication

Strong knowledge of family law

Proficiency with legal case management systems

Experience with alternative dispute resolution (ADR)

Education

34 years PQE in family law

Current or pending Legal Services Board (LSB) Panel membership

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Family Law Solicitor Public Family Team (3-4 PQE)

Location: Luton Area Hybrid Working

About This Opportunity

Join our clients respected Public Family team and make a real difference in families lives during their most challenging moments. This is an ideal role for an experienced family law solicitor seeking a supportive collaborative environment where your expertise is valued, your caseload is manageable and your career progression is actively supported. You’ll work on diverse meaningful cases with genuine autonomy backed by a team that prioritises both client outcomes and your professional development.

The Role

As a Family Law Solicitor you will:

• Manage a diverse caseload of public family law matters including child protection care proceedings and family support cases
• Provide expert legal advice to clients on their rights options and realistic outcomes
• Prepare and file court documentation including statements, applications and evidence bundles
• Represent clients in court proceedings and attend case conferences with local authorities and other parties
• Conduct client consultations with sensitivity and professionalism often in emotionally charged circumstances
• Liaise with courts, social services and other professionals to progress cases efficiently
• Maintain detailed case records and ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements
• Contribute to team knowledge by sharing expertise and supporting junior colleagues

About You

• 34 years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) in family law ideally with public family law experience
• Current or pending Legal Services Board (LSB) Panel membership (or demonstrable commitment to obtaining Panel status)
• Strong knowledge of family law procedure, evidence and child protection frameworks
• Excellent written and oral communication skills with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly
• Emotional intelligence and resilience ability to work sensitively with vulnerable clients and challenging situations
• Proficiency with legal case management systems and Microsoft Office
• Experience with alternative dispute resolution (ADR) or mediation in family matters
• Knowledge of child safeguarding and local authority procedures
• Track record of positive client feedback and case outcomes
• Interest in continuing professional development within family law

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary (depending on experience and Panel status)
• Hybrid working: 3 days in office (Luton) 2 days remote flexibility to balance office collaboration with focused work
• Generous annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme: Employer contribution (up to 5%)
• Professional development: CPD training budget support for Panel membership costs and specialist family law training
• Health and wellbeing: Private health insurance, employee assistance programme (EAP) counselling support
• Flexible benefits: Childcare vouchers, cycle-to-work scheme, season ticket loans
• Career progression: Clear pathway to senior associate and partnership opportunities
• Supportive culture: Collaborative team environment with genuine work-life balance and manageable caseloads

Location & Working Arrangements

Based in the Luton area Bedfordshire with a modern supportive office environment. Hybrid working arrangement (3 days on‑site 2 days remote) allows you to balance court attendance and team collaboration with focused remote work. Excellent transport links and on‑site parking available.

Next Steps

If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about delivering excellent outcomes for families, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact: Mara Watson
Hawthorne‑Finch Talent Solutions Ltd
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