Family Solicitor

Simpson Judge; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based bonus

Career development opportunities

Hybrid working arrangements

Job summary

Simpson Judge in Blackburn is seeking a qualified family lawyer to manage a varied caseload from instruction to conclusion, including advocacy where needed. The role requires strong communication, sensitivity to vulnerable clients, and the ability to work independently in hybrid working arrangements.

The successful candidate will advise on funding options, liaise with counsel and other third parties, and ensure compliance with regulatory standards while delivering clear, practical client

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year PQE in family law.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of family law.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Experience dealing with sensitive matters and vulnerable clients.
• Strong organisational, time management and case management skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of family law matters.
• Advising clients on funding options and assessing financial eligibility for Legal Aid.
• Instructing and liaising with counsel, experts and other third parties.
• Representing clients in court and undertaking advocacy where required.
• Providing clear, compassionate and practical advice to clients, including vulnerable individuals.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and professional standards.

Skills

Family law experience

PQE 1 year

Client care

Job description

The Role

This is a full-time opportunity involving a combination of privately and publicly funded family law matters.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload, deliver excellent client care and handle matters from initial instruction through to conclusion, including advocacy where appropriate.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of family law matters.
• Advising clients on funding options and assessing financial eligibility for Legal Aid.
• Instructing and liaising with counsel, experts and other third parties.
• Representing clients in court and undertaking advocacy where required.
• Providing clear, compassionate and practical advice to clients, including vulnerable individuals.
• Ensuring compliance with relevant regulatory requirements and professional standards.

What We're Looking For

• Minimum of 1 year PQE.
• Strong knowledge and understanding of family law.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Ability to work independently and use initiative.
• Experience dealing with sensitive matters and vulnerable clients.
• Strong organisational, time management and case management skills.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary starting from £45,000 per annum.
• Performance-based bonus.
• Career development opportunities.
• Support towards professional development and relevant Law Society or specialist accreditation.
• A friendly, supportive and approachable working environment.
• Hybrid working arrangements.