Family Solicitor

Simpson Judge; North East; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned family law firm is seeking a Family Solicitor to join their award-winning team in the North East. This position offers flexible hours and opportunities for career progression within a supportive environment. You'll manage your own varied caseload, including divorce and child matters, while benefiting from a well-structured team dynamic. Enjoy numerous perks such as enhanced pension options, free legal services after six months, and wellbeing benefits. Ideal for proactive lawyers looking for growth in their career.

Benefits

Free conveyancing and wills after six months

Access to GP, counsellor, and menopause support

Discounts on cinema, restaurants, retail, and fuel

Holiday buy-back options and enhanced pension

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Minimum one year's experience in handling private family law matters preferred.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including school-friendly start times.

Responsibilities

• Handle a varied and high-quality caseload including divorce, private children matters, financial arrangements.
• Support from a collegiate and experienced team without high-pressure billing.

Skills

Ability to manage own caseload

Confident family law experience

Strong communication skills

Job description

Family Solicitor - Sunderland or Newcastle Office
Full-time or Part-time Flexible Hours

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor to join a well-established and award-winning Family Law team during maternity leave. The role is available from November through to September, with flexibility for either full or part-time working hours, including school-friendly start times. Consultancy arrangements will also be considered.

We are seeking a confident family lawyer with the ability to manage their own caseload independently. A minimum of one year's experience handling private family law matters is preferred, though applications are welcome from those with broader or more senior experience. Clear pathways to senior positions are available for individuals keen to progress their career.

About the Role

You will handle a varied and high-quality caseload including:

• Divorce and separation
• Private children matters
• Financial arrangements
• Injunctions
• Pre-nuptial and international elements on occasion

This role benefits from strong support within a collegiate and highly experienced team. Workloads are manageable, without the pressures of six-minute time recording. Billing is realistic and supported by clear financial KPIs.

Why Join Us?

• Private family work only - no Legal Aid administration
• Commercial charge-out structure leading to strong earning potential
• No rigid hierarchy and no competition for quality work
• Access to other practice areas if you wish to maintain broader skills
• National award‑winning firm with Lexcel accreditation
• Excellent staff wellbeing benefits including:
  • Free conveyancing and wills after six months
  • Access to GP, counsellor and menopause support
  • Discounts on cinema, restaurants, retail and fuel
  • Holiday buy‑back options and enhanced pension via salary sacrifice
  • Flexible working patterns that can adapt with personal needs
  • A delightfully over‑equipped office coffee station

If you are a proactive and client‑focused family lawyer seeking a supportive environment and genuine career opportunities, we would love to hear from you.