Family Solicitor

Sellick Partnership; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-regarded Legal 500 firm is seeking a Family Solicitor to join their Chelmsford team. This role involves offering comprehensive legal services related to family law, including divorce and child custody, within a supportive firm that values inclusivity and progression opportunities.

Benefits

Generous benefits package

Progression opportunities

Qualifications

• 3+ years PQE with strong experience in family law.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to tight deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored legal services to clients including divorce, custody, and financial support.
• Assisting with legal processes for adoption or surrogacy and managing family disputes.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Client Focus

Caseload Management

Education

3+ years PQE in Family Law

Job description

Sellick Partnership is excited to be working with a well-regarded Legal 500 firm who are looking for a Family Solicitor to join their team in Chelmsford.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing a quality, tailored, and supportive legal service to a wide range of clients.
• Guiding clients through divorce and splitting assets.
• Advising on child care and financial support.
• Creating agreements before or after marriage.
• Helping clients get protection orders if needed.
• Assisting with legal processes for adopting children or surrogacy.
• Helping divide property and money in a separation.
• Handling issues like wills, inheritance, and family trusts, as well as advising on matters like guardianship and family disputes.

The successful candidate:

• 3 + years PQE with strong experience in family law.

• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

• Ability to manage a busy caseload and work to tight deadlines.

• A proactive and client-focused approach.

In exchange, the firm is offering a competitive salary and generous benefits package, as well as progression opportunities.

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