Family Law Solicitor

Clifford Johnston & Co; Willenhall; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Willenhall is seeking an experienced Senior Family Solicitor to lead the Family Department, manage a diverse caseload, and drive strategic growth. The ideal candidate will possess strong advocacy skills, a proven ability to handle complex family matters, and the desire to shape a department within a respected legal practice. The firm offers competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and flexible working options.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension scheme

Flexible working options

Competitive salary

Bonus structure

Qualifications

• Qualified Family Solicitor with significant experience in family law.
• Proven ability to manage a varied caseload with integrity.
• Experience in advocacy and negotiation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Family Department with confidence and professionalism.
• Manage a diverse caseload across all areas of family law.
• Prepare and represent clients effectively.

Skills

Strong advocacy

Negotiation skills

Ability to manage complex financial matters

Ability to handle sensitive issues

Leadership abilities

Education

Qualified Family Solicitor (PQE flexible)

Job description

Senior Family Solicitor – Clifford Johnston & Co.

About Us

We are highly qualified, specialist Solicitors based in Manchester and Stockport, trusted for more than 35 years to provide expert legal advice and robust representation. Clifford Johnston & Co. is founded on exceptional values, technical excellence and uncompromising client care. When people face the most personal and challenging circumstances, they rely on our judgement, preparation and advocacy.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Senior Family Solicitor to join and lead our Family Department. This is a significant opportunity for the right candidate – you will not only manage a strong caseload but also shape, and develop your own team, influencing the strategic growth of the department.

The successful candidate will handle a broad range of family matters arising primarily across Manchester and Stockport, including:

• Divorce and separation
• Financial remedy work
• Private law children matters
• Domestic abuse and injunction applications
• Cohabitation disputes, including TOLATA issues

This is a role for someone who wants both responsibility and room to build something of their own within a respected, long-established practice.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the Family Department with confidence, clarity and professionalism.
• Manage a varied caseload across all areas of family law.
• Deliver practical, tactical advice tailored to each client's circumstances.
• Prepare cases thoroughly and represent clients with authority and empathy.
• Uphold the firm's high standards of integrity, client care and legal excellence.

What We’re Looking For

• A qualified Family Solicitor with strong experience at Senior Associate level (PQE flexible for the right candidate).
• Proven ability to manage complex financial and children matters.
• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.A steady, strategic thinker who handles sensitive issues with care and confidence.
• Someone ready to take ownership of a department and contribute to its long-term direction.

What We’re Looking For in Our Ideal Candidate

• Approaches family law matters with confidence, clarity and discretion.
• Communicates with clients in a grounded, reassuring and professional manner.
• Manages pressure and sensitive situations while maintaining focus and discipline.
• Plans ahead, thinks tactically and never compromises on preparation.
• Leads by example, supporting and developing others while taking full responsibility for their own work.
• Shares our commitment to integrity, high standards and exceptional client care.
• Values a positive, relaxed working culture where professionalism and humanity coexist.

What We Offer

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Pension scheme
• Hybrid or flexible working options to suit the candidate
• A positive, supportive and relaxed working environment
• Competitive salary (with annual reviews)
• Bonus structure
• Flexible working hours to cater for childcare commitments
• The opportunity to lead and grow a department in a firm with a strong and respected reputation across Greater Manchester