Family Solicitor

Clayton legal; England; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Liverpool is looking for a Family Solicitor with Children Panel membership to join their supportive team. This role focuses on public law children matters, allowing for flexibility and opportunities in a steadier work environment while valuing high-quality support for clients.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years PQE in family law.
• Experience in guardianship and child care proceedings.
• Solid understanding of legal aid processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage own caseload involving care proceedings and guardianship issues.
• Regular court advocacy is a key part of the role.
• Contribute to business development if interested.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Communication

Time management

Education

Children Panel membership

Qualified Solicitor (3 years PQE)

Job description

A long-standing law firm in the Liverpool area is seeking a Family Solicitor with Children panel membership to join its team.

This is a great opportunity for someone with solid experience in matrimonial and child care work who is looking for a more grounded, supportive environment and a steady stream of quality legal aid and private family work.

About the Role:
This is a solicitor/advocate role with a strong focus on public law children matters.

Youll manage your own caseload involving care proceedings, guardianship issues, and a mix of legal aid and privately funded work.

Regular court advocacy is a key part of the role, and you'll be supported by a knowledgeable and approachable team.

Theres also the option to contribute to business development and team growth if thats something you enjoy.

What this firm are looking for:

- Children Panel membership essential
- At least 3 years PQE in family law
- Solid advocacy skills and experience acting as a Solicitor/Advocate
- Previous involvement in guardianship and child care proceedings
- A good understanding of legal aid processes
- Confident managing sensitive and sometimes complex client matters
- Strong communication and time management skills

This is a great opportunity to join a long-established firm with a strong local reputation and a supportive, down-to-earth team.

Youll be working in an environment that values quality over volume, with a genuine focus on delivering high-standard care work.

The firm also offers flexibility around working patterns, including part-time and part-hybrid options, making it a role that can fit around your life while still offering meaningful and rewarding legal work.

If youre looking to join a friendly and approachable team alongside a new challenge then please get in touch with Justine on 0161 914 7357 or email your CV to [e-mail]