Family Law Solicitor

Legal Pro Recruitment; Leicester; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established law firm in Leicester is seeking a Family Solicitor or CILEX with 2 - 3 years PQE. The role includes managing a diverse caseload of family matters and conducting courtroom advocacy. Ideal candidates should possess strong advocacy skills and a proactive approach to client care. The firm offers a supportive team culture, salary between £35,000 - £45,000, and opportunities for career progression.

Benefits

Supportive team culture

Career progression opportunities

Mediation accreditation training

Qualifications

• 2 - 3 years PQE in family law.
• Experience with both legal aid and private family matters.
• Proactive and empathetic approach to client work.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of family law matters.
• Conduct advocacy at hearings and appointments.
• Provide compassionate legal advice to clients.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Client care skills

Education

Family Solicitor or CILEX qualification

Job description

Family Solicitor

Location: Leicester City Centre (Office-Based)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £35,000 - £45,000 (Negotiable)

About the Role

We’re working with a well-established and supportive law firm based in Leicester City Centre that is looking to expand its family law department. This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor or CILEX with 2 - 3 years PQE who is passionate about family law, advocacy, and delivering high-quality client care.

You will handle a mixed caseload of legal aid and privately funded matters across all areas of family law, with opportunities for courtroom advocacy and career development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of family matters, including:
• Divorce & separation
• Financial remedy proceedings
• Injunctions
• Children matters (public & private)
• Conduct advocacy at hearings and appointments.
• Provide clear, compassionate legal advice to clients.
• Draft applications, statements, court documentation, and correspondence.
• Work collaboratively within a supportive team environment.
• Opportunity to train as an accredited family mediator as part of the firm’s expanding mediation services.

Requirements

• Family Solicitor or CILEX with 2 - 3 years PQE.
• Strong advocacy skills and confidence attending hearings.
• Experience with both legal aid and private family law matters.
• Ability to manage a mixed caseload independently.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and client care skills.
• A proactive and empathetic approach to client work.

Benefits and Progression

• Salary between £35,000 - £45,000 (Negotiable), depending on experience.
• Supportive and friendly team culture.
• Opportunity to gain family mediation accreditation.
• Genuine career progression within an expanding practice.
• Central Leicester office location.

How to Apply

Send your CV to [e-mail] and well be in touch.