Family Solicitor

Alford & Bishop Legal Recruitment; City Of London; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in London is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to manage complex financial remedy and private children matters as part of their award-winning Family department. Join a supportive team and benefit from excellent opportunities for career growth in a collaborative environment. The role requires at least 5 years of PQE and offers a competitive salary range of £70,000 - £90,000, along with various benefits including personal medical insurance and hybrid working.

Benefits

Personal medical insurance

25 days of holiday

Season ticket loan

Long service recognition

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in financial remedy work and contested proceedings.
• Experience handling high-value and complex disputes.
• Collaborative and proactive attitude towards legal matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload with a focus on high net worth (HNW) financial remedies.
• Prepare key legal documents and attend hearings.
• Mentor junior colleagues and contribute to business development.

Skills

Excellent drafting skills

Strong advocacy skills

Effective communication

Ability to manage complex disputes

Familiar with family law software

Education

Qualified family solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE

Job description

Overview

Family Solicitor
London, Holborn
£70,000 - £90,000
W/29272

Family Solicitor – Our client, a highly esteemed Holborn firm with a legacy spanning over 300 years and voted as Times best law firms, is seeking a Senior Associate Solicitor to join their award-winning Family department.

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced family lawyer to take on a pivotal role within a supportive, high-performing team working closely with the department’s Partners and collaborating with colleagues across the firm.

Responsibilities

• As a Senior Associate, you will manage a varied caseload with a strong focus on complex, high net worth (HNW) financial remedy and private children matters.
• Prepare key legal documents, attend hearings and FDRs, and work closely with counsel to deliver strategic, solutions-focused advice to clients.
• Take responsibility for accurate file management and billing.
• Mentor junior colleagues and actively contribute to the department’s business development through thought leadership, seminars, and client engagement.

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified family solicitor with at least 5 years’ PQE, demonstrating strong expertise in financial remedy work and contested proceedings, alongside experience in both financial and children matters.
• Excellent drafting, advocacy, and communication skills, with the confidence to handle high-value, complex disputes.
• Commercially minded, numerate, familiar with family law software, and possess a collaborative, proactive approach with a clear commitment to excellence.

On Offer

Benefits include personal medical insurance, 25 days of holiday, hybrid working, a season ticket loan, long service recognition, and more. This is an excellent opportunity to enhance your skills and knowledge in a supportive environment, providing a strong foundation for career growth.

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