Family Solicitor

NPA Recruit; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious law firm in Central London is seeking a qualified Family Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE. In this role, you will provide expert family law advice, represent clients in court, and handle various family law matters including divorce, custody, and adoptions. This firm values collaboration and professional growth, offering a signing bonus of £1000 to the successful candidate. They are committed to high standards of client service and legal compliance.

Benefits

Signing bonus of £1000

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with a valid practicing certificate.
• A minimum of 3 years PQE in Family law.

Responsibilities

• Meet clients to assess needs and offer family law advice.
• Advise and represent clients in divorce and dissolution cases.
• Handle financial agreements and asset division.
• Advise on custody and child arrangement disputes.
• Assist domestic abuse victims with protective measures.
• Draft and advise on nuptial and cohabitation agreements.
• Support adoption and surrogacy processes.
• Promote mediation and resolve disputes amicably.
• Represent clients in family court and prepare cases.
• Stay updated on family law changes for client benefit.
• Maintain accurate records and comply with SRA standards.

Skills

Family law advice

Client representation in family court

Mediation and dispute resolution

Drafting legal documents

Education

Solicitor Qualification

3 Years PQE in Family Law

Job description

Job Title: Family Solicitor
Location: Central London
Working Arrangements: 2-3 days in the office per week
Salary: Competitive Salary DOE
Practice Area: Family

About The Client

Join a distinguished and well-established firm recognised for its highly rated family law team. Our client is renowned for fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and delivering exceptional service to high-net-worth clients. This is an opportunity to become part of a forward‑thinking, supportive team that values your expertise and is committed to advancing your professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Meet clients to assess needs, offer family law advice, and manage expectations.
• Advise and represent in divorce or civil partnership dissolution, including paperwork and settlements.
• Handle financial agreements, asset division, and draft binding orders.
• Advise on custody, visitation, and child arrangement disputes.
• Assist domestic abuse victims with protective measures and liaise with authorities.
• Draft and advise on pre-/post-nuptial and cohabitation agreements.
• Support adoption and surrogacy processes, ensuring legal compliance.
• Promote mediation or ADR and advise on terms to resolve disputes amicably.
• Represent clients in family court, prepare cases, and explain outcomes.
• Stay updated on family law changes and apply knowledge for client benefit.
• Maintain accurate records, comply with SRA standards, and manage billing.
• Ensure ethical handling of client finances and adhere to regulatory standards.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor with a valid practicing certificate.
• A Minimum 3 Years PQE within Family

Why NPA Recruit?

The successful candidate for the specified position shall be entitled to receive a one-time payment of £1000 as a signing bonus, funded solely by NPA Recruit LTD. This payment shall be disbursed to the candidate within 14 days from the date of their commencement of new employment, subject to the agreed upon terms and conditions.