Family Law Solicitor

Uniting Holding; Manchester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Manchester is seeking a qualified Family Law Solicitor to join their team. The successful candidate will have at least 2 years of experience and will manage a range of cases including Divorce, Separation, and Child Law. Outstanding communication skills and the ability to work independently as well as in a team are essential. This is a full-time, permanent role offering the opportunity to work in a supportive environment with a focus on client care.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Family Law Solicitor.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload including Divorce, Separation, and Child Law.
• Draft Court Applications and legal documentation.
• Provide legal advice and represent clients effectively.

Skills

Communication skills

Knowledge of Family Law

Teamwork

Independence

Education

Qualified solicitor with at least 2 years PQE

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent

Working Pattern: Full Time

Working Hours: 40

Location: Manchester

Function Type: Family Law

Job Description

MWG Solicitors are an award-winning law firm with an extensive client base and expertise in a broad spectrum of practice areas, including Personal Injury, Employment and Family Law. Due to growth in our Family Law Department, we are recruiting a qualified Family Law Solicitor to join our South Manchester team.

We require a dedicated and ambitious Family Law Solicitor with a minimum of 2 years of experience working in Family Law. The ideal candidate will deal with a wide range of Family Law issues such as Divorce and Separation, Children Matters, Cohabitation Law, Nuptial Agreements and Finances.

Key Requirements

• You must be a qualified solicitor with at least 2 years PQE
• You must be able to demonstrate detailed knowledge and technical expertise in dealing with all family matters.
• You must have outstanding communication skills, verbal and written.
• You must be able to work effectively as part of a team but also demonstrate an ability to work independently.
• You must have a very high standard of detailed work and excellent client-care skills.

Main Responsibilities

• Working on a range of caseloads including Divorce, Separation, Finances, Civil Partnerships, Cohabitation, Child Law and Nuptial agreements.
• Building your own caseload and work without supervision.
• Drafting of Court Applications, Orders and documentation.
• Looking for the best possible outcome at all times.
• Providing stellar legal advice to all clients while positively promoting the image and reputation of the firm.
• Demonstrating initiative and the drive to produce a high standard of service to our clients.
• Assisting in business development and networking matters.

We are very keen to hear from suitable candidates as soon as possible.