Family Solicitor

Ashville Knight; Milton Keynes; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days holiday

Private healthcare

Company pension

Regular staff events

Job summary

Ashville Knight is recruiting a Family Solicitor to join its brand new Milton Keynes office. You will manage your own varied family law caseload, advising clients on privately funded and Legal Aid matters, and contribute to developing the department through business development activities.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years PQE with a focus on divorce, finances and private children matters, and can handle sensitive clients with discretion.

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in family law.
• Experience handling both privately funded and Legal Aid cases.
• Experience with divorce, financial settlements and private children matters.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own caseload of family matters.
• Advising clients on privately funded and Legal Aid cases.
• Developing an existing caseload in divorce, financial and private children matters.
• Drafting legal documentation including Cohabitation and Prenuptial Agreements.
• Preparing and submitting court applications.
• Participating in marketing and business development activities.

Skills

Family law experience

Caseload management

Client handling

Business development

Education

Qualified Solicitor

Job description

Job DescriptionAn excellent opportunity has arisen for an ambitious Family Solicitor to join a well-established and reputable full-service law firm to join their brand new office in Milton Keynes.

The firm is seeking a Solicitor with a strong understanding of the family law market who can confidently manage a varied caseload and contribute to the ongoing growth of the department.

Duties will include:

• Managing your own caseload of family matters.
• Advising clients on both privately funded and Legal Aid cases.
• Developing an existing caseload in divorce, financial and private children matter.
• Drafting legal documentation, including Cohabitation and Prenuptial Agreements.
• Preparing and submitting court applications.
• Actively participating in marketing and business development initiatives.

The successful candidate will:

Qualified Solicitor with 1

Qualifications, skills, and all relevant experience needed for this role can be found in the full description below.

• 2 years’ + PQE.Proven experience managing your own family law caseload.The ideal candidate would have experience in Private Family Law matters.Experience dealing with sensitive and vulnerable clients.What they offer:25 Days holiday plus bank holidays.Salary depending on experience
• 40,000 to 75,000.Free parking.Private healthcare.Company pension.Regular staff events such as the Summer Social and Winter party. Career progression.Location:Milton KeynesSalary: 40000
• 75000 Per AnnumContract Type:PermanentSector:LawDivision:

Solicitor / Legal Executive

Specialism:Family23rd July 2026