Family Solicitor

Clayton Legal; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work

Bonus scheme

Job summary

Clayton Legal is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join a growing Legal Aid Family team in London. This hands-on role offers a varied caseload, autonomy to manage your own files, and a supportive, quality-focused environment.

You’ll handle Legal Aid Family matters with a strong emphasis on children work, supported by an established team of fee earners and consultants, with hybrid working up to two days from home, an attractive bonus scheme to reward performance, and a genuine opportunity

Qualifications

• Qualified Lawyer with 5+ years' PQE in Family Law.
• Strong experience in Legal Aid Family work.
• Children Panel Membership is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of Legal Aid Family matters
• Advising clients on children matters and broader family issues
• Representing clients in court where required
• Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid requirements and standards
• Delivering a high standard of client care

Skills

Family Law

Legal Aid experience

Client care

Court representation

Caseload management

Communication skills

Job description

Are you an experienced Family Lawyer with a passion for Legal Aid work and making a genuine difference to your clients' lives? Our client is offering an excellent opportunity to join a well-established and supportive Family team that continues to grow due to ongoing success.

Why This Role Stands Out

• Hybrid working - typically up to 2 days from home (subject to caseload)
• Attractive bonus scheme to reward your performance
• Join a close-knit, collaborative team with strong experience across Legal Aid Family work
• Genuine opportunity to shape your role as the team expands
• Supportive working environment with a strong focus on quality client care
• Due to continued growth, our client is looking to recruit an additional Family Lawyer to join their busy department. You’ll handle a varied caseload of Legal Aid Family matters, with a strong focus on children work.

This is a hands-on role where you'll be trusted to manage your own files while being supported by an experienced team of fee earners, consultants and support staff.

You’ll be joining a well-structured Family department made up of fee earners, consultants and dedicated support staff, all working together to deliver high-quality Legal Aid services.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of Legal Aid Family matters
• Advising clients on a range of children matters and broader family issues
• Representing clients in court where required
• Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid requirements and standards
• Delivering a high standard of client care

What We're Looking For

• A qualified Lawyer with 5+ years' PQE (or equivalent) in Family Law
• Strong experience in Legal Aid Family work
• Children Panel Membership is highly desirable (but not essential)
• Confident managing your own caseload independently
• A committed and empathetic approach to client care
• Strong organisational and communication skills

This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Lawyer who enjoys Legal Aid work and wants to be part of a growing, supportive team where your contribution is genuinely valued.