Family Solicitor

Additional Resources; Chichester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Chichester is seeking a Family Law Solicitor or Fee Earner to support senior solicitors while managing your own caseload. This full-time, permanent position offers competitive compensation and opportunities for career development within a dynamic legal team. Candidates with 1-2 years PQE and a strong interest in family law are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Opportunities for professional development

Supportive team environment

Ongoing training

Qualifications

• Must have previously worked as a Family Solicitor or similar role.
• Possess 1-2 years of Post-Qualified Experience (PQE).
• Demonstrated interest in family law required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with complex family law cases.
• Manage personal caseload under supervision.
• Draft legal documents including applications.

Skills

Excellent drafting

Analytical skills

Technical legal skills

IT systems proficiency

Education

Qualified solicitor

1-2 years PQE

Tools

Excel

HMCTS Portal

Practical Law

Job description

Overview

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Law Solicitor/ Fee Earner to join a reputable law firm known for delivering tailored legal solutions across a wide range of practice areas.

As a Family Law Solicitor/ Fee Earner, you will be supporting senior solicitors while managing your own caseload and developing expertise across all areas of family law. This full-time permanent role offers a competitive salary and benefits. They will also consider experienced paralegals studying towards qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assisting senior solicitors with complex and high-value family law cases
• Managing a personal caseload under appropriate supervision
• Drafting legal documents, including applications and statements
• Attending client meetings, hearings, and mediations as required
• Providing timely and accurate legal advice to clients
• Ensuring compliance with professional and regulatory obligations
• Working in line with the Resolution Code of Practice

What we are looking for

• Previously worked as a Family Solicitor, Family Lawyer, Fee Earner, Legal Executive, Family Paralegal, Family law Solicitor, Junior Family Solicitor, Assistant Family Solicitor or in a similar role
• Possess 1-2 years PQE (Post-Qualified Experience)
• Qualified solicitor with a strong interest in family law
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and technical legal skills
• Ability to prioritise effectively, manage workload, and meet deadlines
• Skilled in IT systems such as Excel, HMCTS Portal, and Practical Law

What\'s on offer

• Competitive salary
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• Supportive and dynamic team environment
• Ongoing training to enhance legal expertise

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated solicitor or aspiring family law professional to develop their career within a respected and forward-thinking legal team.

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