Family Lawyer

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Portsmouth is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join their team. The position involves advising clients on various family matters, conducting interviews, and managing client files. The ideal candidate will possess strong interpersonal skills, relevant qualifications, and a commitment to client care, contributing to the firm's success in providing quality legal services.

Benefits

Minimum of 28 days holiday

Pension contributions of 3% if you join the scheme

Free on-site parking

Bonus scheme after 1 year of service

Free tea, coffee & juice in the office

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year PQE required.
• Experience of working in a busy office is essential.

Responsibilities

• Advising clients on family law matters including divorce and child arrangements.
• Conducting interviews and liaising with Counsel and Mediators.
• Marketing the Family Department to attract new clients.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Effective use of IT skills

Proven organisational and administration skills

Ability to produce accurate work

Knowledge of the legal system

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Law degree or equivalent

2 x A Levels or equivalent

Tools

Case management software

Accountancy software (preferably DPS)

Job description

Salary £40,000 - £65,000 DOE
Minimum of 28 days holiday, Pension contributions of 3% if you join the scheme
Free on-site parking, Bonus scheme after 1 year of service, Competitive Salary, Free tea, coffee & juice in the office
The
Job Purpose of a family lawyer is to advise the firm’s clients on all family matters to include: Matrimonial, Divorce, Ancillary Relief, Children Matters & Separation Agreements.

To be responsible for the proactive marketing of the Family team and to build strong client relations at all times.

Specific Core Functions of a family lawyer

• Dealing with all aspects of private Family Law clients.
• Taking initial instructions in an interview format face to face, over the phone, via zoom/teams/skype as applicable and advising clients on all family matters as detailed above.
• Taking appropriate action in executing client’s instructions in a timely manner
• Attending clients at the office undertaking fixed fee interviews
• Instructing & liaising with Counsel
• Attending Court when necessary
• Drafting divorce petitions, child arrangement orders, financial settlement agreements, separation agreements.
• Instruct & liaising with Mediators
• Billing clients in advance of work
• Ensure clients are aware of fee structure and likely future costs
• To market the Department to increase new business and maximise on cross-selling opportunities
• To meet or exceed targets set including those for billing, time recording and workload.
• Generally conduct files efficiently whilst maintaining the confidentiality of the firm and client’s documents and
  Information at all times
• To work efficiently as a Head of Department within the Family team with minimal supervision
• Utilise the firm’s case management system and accounts package
• General Marketing of A2 and the Family Department
• Comply with all principles, procedures and standards set by the firm in the office manual
• To understand the obligations set by the Solicitors Regulation Authority
• Maintain competence through relevant CPD activities and completing relevant training records
• To abide by and be vigilant in respect of Anti-Money Laundering Regulations and guidelines
• Comply with standard methods of practice i.e. law Society/Lexcel/CQS/Office Manual

Qualifications and Experience Essential of a family lawyer

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 1 year PQE;
• 2 x A Levels or equivalent
• Law degree or equivalent
• Experience of working in a busy office

Skills and Knowledge Essential of a family lawyer

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective use of IT skills
• Proven organisational and administration skills
• Ability to produce accurate work
• Knowledge of the legal system

Desirable family lawyer

• Use of case management and accountancy software, preferably DPS
• Knowledge of specialist areas of law

Desirable

• Sense of humour
• Self-management

Organisational Expectations The family lawyer will:

• Contribute to the successful overall performance of the firm.
• Create and maintain effective partnerships/relationships with colleagues, clients and the general public.
• Develop and support the culture of collaboration and commitment to delivering quality services and outcomes.
• Comply with the principles and standards set out by the firm in the office manual.

Shared Core Functions

• Proactively and positively contribute to the achievement of deliverables through individual and team efforts.
• Build and sustain effective communications with other teams.
• Contribute to the development of a pro-active and modern firm that meets the needs of the service.
• Work effectively within a complex and changing environment.

The duties and responsibilities highlighted in this Job Description are indicative and may vary over time.Job holders are expected to undertake other duties and responsibilities relevant to the nature, level and scope of the role.

Position Title: Family Lawyer
Location: Hampshire
Salary: £40,000 - £65,000 DOE
Reference: BH-37253
Work Type: Full Time, Permanent

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