Family Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in Coventry is seeking an experienced Private Family Lawyer to manage a diverse caseload of privately funded family matters. The ideal candidate should have at least 4 years' experience in a Private Family Law department, strong litigation skills, and the ability to work independently. Excellent business development and networking skills are essential. This is an opportunity for a rewarding challenge in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with litigation and advocacy rights.
• Minimum 4 years' fee-earning experience in a Private Family Law department.
• Strong experience running private caseloads (divorce, finances, private children matters).

Responsibilities

• Manage and progress a caseload of privately funded family matters.
• Meet clients and progress matters through to completion.
• Conduct advocacy and attend Court when required.

Skills

Litigation and advocacy rights

Business development

Networking skills

Strong communication

Independence

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive

Tools

Microsoft Office

Case management systems

Job description

Our client is seeking an experienced Private Family Lawyer to manage a varied caseload of privately funded family matters within its respected Family Department.

Job Purpose

• Manage and progress a caseload of privately funded family matters under the supervision of the Head of Department
• Work in accordance with the Firm's Office Manual and professional practice standards
• Support business development and networking activities

Key Responsibilities

• Meet clients, take initial instructions and progress matters through to completion
• Manage own caseload, including complex family matters
• Maintain files with full compliance and detailed attendance notes
• Conduct advocacy and attend Court when required
• Time recording and preparation of bills
• Build, maintain and manage a sustainable caseload
• Achieve WIP, billing and cash targets
• Assist Directors, Heads of Department and colleagues where required
• Attend departmental and fee earner meetings
• Undertake file reviews for other fee earners as necessary
• Travel between offices as required; demonstrate flexibility for client/business needs

Knowledge & Experience

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (litigation and advocacy rights essential)
• Minimum4 years' fee-earning experience in a Private Family Law department
• Strong experience running private caseloads (divorce, finances, private children matters)
• Knowledge of legal aid work beneficial
• Experience with Lexcel requirements
• Proven business development and networking skills
• Friendly, personable and able to work independently
• Full driving licence and own vehicle essential
• Confident using Microsoft Office and case management systems

If you are an experienced Family Lawyer seeking a new and rewarding challenge, we invite you to get in touch.