Family Lawyer

NPA Recruit; Hastings; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus of £1000

Career development opportunities

Job summary

A respected law firm in Hastings is seeking a Family Lawyer to manage a diverse caseload involving relationship breakdowns, divorce, and child custody matters. The ideal candidate will be a qualified legal executive or solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE in Family Law, alongside excellent case management and empathetic communication skills. The role offers a competitive salary, a potential signing bonus, and opportunities for career development within a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years PQE in Family Law, with 5 years PQE advantageous.
• Experience in handling a diverse caseload including divorce, custody, and financial settlements.

Responsibilities

• Handle diverse family law cases.
• Provide guidance to clients and liaise with other legal professionals.
• Oversee junior staff and maintain high standards.
• Oversee and support junior staff, including paralegals, trainees, and newly qualified solicitors (NQS), by monitoring their work, delegating tasks effectively, and ensuring high standards of quality and compliance.
• Stay informed of changes in Family Law legislation and best practices.
• Ensure all actions comply with legal and ethical standards, upholding the firm's reputation.

Skills

Empathy

Case management

Legal compliance

Team leadership

Education

CILEx Legal Executive or Solicitor with a valid Practicing Certificate

Valid Practicing Certificate

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Family Lawyer

Location: Hastings, East Sussex

Working Arrangements: Negotiable

Salary: Competitive Salary DOE

Practice Area: Family

About The Client

My client is a well-established and highly regarded law firm based in East Sussex. Over the past decade, it has expanded to multiple offices and now has a team of approximately 100 members, delivering a comprehensive range of legal services tailored to the needs of individuals, families, and businesses.

Key Responsibilities

• Handle a diverse caseload, including relationship breakdowns, divorce, financial settlements, child custody and welfare matters, domestic abuse cases, and pre- and post-nuptial agreements.
• Provide clear, empathetic guidance to clients, liaise with solicitors, courts, and mediators to ensure smooth case progression, and maintain accurate records of all communications and actions.
• Work closely with and provide direction to a dedicated assistant to ensure efficient case management.
• Oversee and support junior staff, including paralegals, trainees, and newly qualified solicitors (NQS), by monitoring their work, delegating tasks effectively, and ensuring high standards of quality and compliance.
• Stay informed of changes in Family Law legislation and best practices.
• Ensure all actions comply with legal and ethical standards, upholding the firm's reputation.

About You

• Qualified CILEx Legal Executive or Solicitor With A Valid Practicing Certificate.
• A minimum of 3 years PQE in Family Law (5 years PQE is advantageous).

Why NPA Recruit?

The successful candidate for the specified position shall be entitled to receive a one-time payment of £1000 as a signing bonus, funded solely by NPA Recruit LTD. This payment shall be disbursed to the candidate within 14 days.