Family Solicitor

Eventus Recruitment Group; Larkhill; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday + bank holidays

Hybrid working between office and home

Pension scheme

Parking

Sick pay

Discount on some legal fees

Potential partnership progression

Job summary

Eventus Legal in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, is seeking a Family Solicitor to join its established Family team on a permanent basis. Two positions are available, offering a varied caseload with a focus on divorce, financial remedies and matrimonial finances.

The firm supports hybrid working, generous holiday entitlement, parking, pension and clear progression toward partnership. You will manage your own caseload within a busy team, advise clients through court proceedings where needed, and

Qualifications

• Qualified Family Solicitor with relevant experience.
• Strong experience in divorce and financial matters.
• Experience with Legal Aid work is desirable.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• Able to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Advise clients on divorce and separation from instruction to conclusion.
• Manage financial remedy proceedings and matrimonial finance matters.
• Advise on property and financial disputes arising from relationship breakdown.
• Negotiate settlements and represent clients in court when required.
• Handle children matters where appropriate and undertake Legal Aid work where possible.
• Manage own caseload with clear, practical, empathetic guidance.

Skills

Family law

Divorce

Financial remedy

Client care

Advocacy

Job description

Eventus Legal are seeking a Family Solicitor to join an established Family team in Kidderminster, Worcestershire. This is a permanent job opportunity with two positions available, offering a varied caseload with a particular focus on divorce, financial remedies and matrimonial finances. The firm offers potential hybrid working, 23 days holiday plus bank holidays and additional days for birthdays and Christmas, parking, pension and a clear opportunity to develop towards potential partnership level.

Role Responsibilities

This Family Solicitor job offers the opportunity to manage a varied caseload within a busy team with an established client base. Key responsibilities will include:

• Advising clients on divorce and separation matters from initial instruction through to conclusion.
• Managing financial remedy proceedings and matrimonial finance matters.
• Advising on property and financial disputes arising from relationship breakdown.
• Negotiating settlements and representing clients through court proceedings where required.
• Handling children matters where appropriate to the caseload.
• Undertaking Legal Aid work where appropriate.
• Managing your own caseload and providing clear, practical and empathetic advice throughout each matter.

Person Specification

You will be a qualified Family Solicitor with relevant experience and the confidence to manage your own work while contributing positively to the wider team. You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Strong experience in divorce and financial matters.
• Experience of Legal Aid work, or a genuine interest in developing your experience in this area.
• Excellent communication and advocacy skills.
• A confident and empathetic approach to client care.
• The ability to work independently while working collaboratively with colleagues.
• Strong organisation and time-management skills.
• An interest in developing your Family law practice within a supportive and established team.

Benefits and Rewards

The firm provides a practical benefits package alongside opportunities for longer-term career development. The successful Family Solicitor will also benefit from:

• 23 days holiday plus UK bank holidays, with additional ex gratia days for your birthday and Christmas.
• Potential hybrid working between the office and home.
• Pension scheme following successful completion of the probation period.
• Parking provided.
• Sick pay.
• Discount on some legal fees, subject to qualifying conditions.
• Potential progression towards partnership level for an ambitious solicitor looking to develop their career.

About the Law Firm

This long-standing regional law firm serves clients across Worcestershire and the surrounding areas and promotes a friendly, supportive working environment. The firm places importance on professional standards, teamwork and the development of its people, offering Family Solicitors the opportunity to build their knowledge and progress their careers within an established practice.

We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

As an equal opportunities employer we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances.