Family Solicitor

G2 Legal Limited; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a talented Family Solicitor to join a dynamic legal practice in Yorkshire. This role offers flexibility and career progression within a supportive team environment. You will manage a diverse caseload, including divorce and private children matters, while enjoying the benefits of hybrid working. With a strong focus on client care and legal compliance, this position is perfect for a self-motivated individual eager to contribute to a close-knit team. Join this growing law firm and take the next step in your legal career with excellent work-life balance and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

25 days annual leave

Additional day off for birthday

Health scheme

Two discretionary bonuses per year

Company pension scheme

Regular team events

Christmas gatherings

Qualifications

• Strong legal knowledge with excellent client care skills.
• Experience in handling private children matters and financial disputes.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload including divorce and financial relief cases.
• Attend court hearings and draft legal documents.

Skills

Legal Knowledge

Client Care Skills

Billing Proficiency

Experience in Divorce Cases

Drafting Legal Documents

Supervisory Skills

Self-motivation

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Family Solicitor – Exciting Opportunity in Yorkshire

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a talented and driven Family Solicitor. You will join a growing and dynamic legal practice in a role that offers flexibility, career progression and a supportive team environment.

This L500 law firm is seekinga skilled Family Solicitor to undertake fee-earning work, offering hybrid working opportunities and the chance to be part of a close-knit, expanding team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload, including divorce, private children matters, non-molestation orders and financial relief cases
• Handle cases independently under supervision and take on existing cases partway through
• Attend court for directions hearings, first appointments and financial dispute resolution hearings
• Take client instructions, draft legal documents and communicate effectively with clients and colleagues
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and statutory requirements, including the Solicitors Act and legal aid rules
• Supervise and mentor junior team members, including conducting file reviews

About You – Skills & Experience:

• Strong legal knowledge and excellent client care skills
• Proficiency in billing for services and understanding of legal aid eligibility and rules
• Experience handling private children matters, domestic abuse cases, divorce and financial disputes – knowledge of TOLATA is advantageous
• Skilled in drafting legal documents
• Self-motivated with the ability to generate new work
• Ability to supervise team members and conduct file supervisions
• Qualified to act as a supervisor for Legal Aid purposes

What’s on Offer?

• Competitive salary
• Excellent work-life balance with hybrid working options
• 25 days annual leave plus statutory holidays, increasing with service
• Additional day off for your birthday
• Two half-days off annually for Life Admin Days
• Health scheme
• Two discretionary bonuses per year
• Company pension scheme
• Regular team events and Christmas gatherings