Family Solicitor

Additional Resources Ltd; Hereford; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Bonus scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Additional Resources Ltd in Herefordshire is seeking an experienced Matrimonial/Family Lawyer to manage private family work within a supportive, flexible practice.

The role offers hybrid working options and a salary range of £45,000 - £65,000 (DOE) plus bonus and benefits, plus a relocation package. The position is preferably based in Hereford, with Leominster also considered.

Qualifications

• Previously worked as a Family Lawyer, Matrimonial Lawyer, Family Solicitor, Matrimonial Solicitor, Legal Executive or in a similar role.
• Experience in handling private family law and private children matters.
• Understanding of matrimonial finance and financial settlements
• Ability to independently manage a varied caseload.
• Strong client care, communication and negotiation skills.
• Commercial approach with a genuine interest in developing within the firm.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own caseload of private family law matters.
• Advising clients on divorce and separation.
• Handling matrimonial finance and financial settlement matters.
• Advising on private children matters.
• Negotiating settlements and resolving disputes.
• Preparing cases and documentation for court proceedings where required.
• Building strong and trusted relationships with clients.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Family Law department.
• Supporting the continued growth and development of the team.

Skills

Client care

Communication

Negotiation skills

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Matrimonial / Family Lawyer to join a well-established law firm with a strong presence across Herefordshire.

As a Matrimonial / Family Lawyer, you will join an expanding Family Law department, managing quality private family work within a supportive practice that offers flexibility and opportunities for career development.

This role offers hybrid working options, salary range of £45,000 - £65,000 (DOE) plus bonus and benefits.

This role offers a relocation package.

The role is preferably based in Hereford, although Leominster may also be considered.

You will be responsible for:

• Managing your own caseload of private family law matters.
• Advising clients on divorce and separation.
• Handling matrimonial finance and financial settlement matters.
• Advising on private children matters.
• Negotiating settlements and resolving disputes.
• Preparing cases and documentation for court proceedings where required.
• Building strong and trusted relationships with clients.
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Family Law department.
• Supporting the continued growth and development of the team.

What we are looking for:

• Previously worked as a Family Lawyer, Matrimonial Lawyer, Family Solicitor, Matrimonial Solicitor, Legal Executive or in a similar role.
• Experience in handling private family law and private children matters.
• Understanding of matrimonial finance and financial settlements
• Ability to independently manage a varied caseload.
• Strong client care, communication and negotiation skills.
• Commercial approach with a genuine interest in developing within the firm.

Please note: The firm does not currently undertake Legal Aid work.

Whats on offer:

• Competitive salary
• Bonus scheme
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Supportive and established Family Law team
• Long-term career development opportunities