Family Law Solicitor

TN United Kingdom; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm is seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor to lead their expanding team. This role offers the chance to manage a diverse caseload, mentor junior solicitors, and provide expert legal support in family law matters. With a competitive salary and hybrid working options, this position is perfect for a solicitor looking to advance their career while making a significant impact in a supportive environment. Join a firm that values ongoing training and professional development, and be part of a team dedicated to excellence in family law.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Hybrid working options

Annual performance bonuses

Ongoing training & professional development

Qualifications

• 5+ years of PQE in family law with strong experience in public and private law cases.
• Proven leadership skills and ability to mentor junior team members.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload of complex family law cases including divorce and child arrangements.
• Represent clients in Family Court hearings and mediation.

Skills

Family Law

Legal Aid Applications

Mediation

Dispute Resolution

Case Management

Mentoring

Education

Qualified Solicitor (5+ years PQE)

Job description

Family Law Solicitor – Tower Hamlets
Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 (Flexible D.O.E)
Location: London, UK

The Opportunity: A well-established and highly regarded law firm is looking for an Accredited Family Law Solicitor to join their expanding family law team. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced family law solicitor to take on a leadership role, manage a diverse caseload, and mentor junior team members while providing expert legal support to clients.
What You’ll Be Doing:

1. Managing a diverse caseload of complex family law cases, including divorce, child arrangements, and domestic abuse matters.
2. Representing clients in Family Court hearings, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution.
3. Handling Legal Aid applications and overseeing the full case management process.
4. Taking on emergency family law applications, ensuring swift and effective legal responses.
5. Supervising, mentoring, and supporting junior solicitors, trainees, and paralegals to ensure compliance with legal and regulatory standards.
6. Collaborating with the wider family law team, sharing expertise, and contributing to business development efforts as a family law solicitor.

What’s on Offer:

1. Competitive salary – Up to £60,000 (DOE)
2. Hybrid working options
3. Annual performance bonuses
4. Ongoing training & professional development

Who Should Apply?
This role is ideal for an experienced family law solicitor with 5 years + PQE looking to take the next step in their career, whether by moving into a supervisory role or continuing to develop their leadership skills. If you are a family law solicitor with strong experience in public and private law cases and a passion for mentoring and development, this could be a great fit.

Interested? Contact El at Puro Associates on 01904 571760 or email [e-mail]