Family Solicitor

Michael Page (UK); Ripon; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Ripon is seeking a Family Solicitor to lead their family department. This position requires at least 5 years of experience in family law, managing divorce cases, and handling children disputes. The firm offers a salary up to £65,000, a supportive team culture, and opportunities for career growth in a scenic North Yorkshire setting.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience in family law, especially in divorce and litigation.
• Experience managing or supervising junior staff.
• Strong practical skills in family litigation and dispute resolution.

Responsibilities

• Manage the family department in the Ripon office.
• Handle divorce cases, including financial remedy work.
• Supervise and mentor junior team members.
• Develop client relationships and contribute to business growth.

Skills

Family law experience (5+ years)

Supervisory/management experience

Client relationship building

Excellent communication skills

Job description

• Manage a busy Family team in scenic North Yorkshire
• Manage junior fee-earners and shape the family team

About Our Client

Our client is a well established regional law firm with offices across North Yorkshire. They provide a broad spectrum of legal services including family & children, dispute resolution, agricultural law, estate administration and commercial work. The firm takes a community-focused approach, maintaining long-standing client relationships (often spanning generations) and emphasising personal service and local expertise.

Job Description

The Family Solicitor - Head of Department will be:

• Manage the family department in the Ripon office.
• Managing divorce cases including financial remedy work and ancillary relief.
• Handling children disputes and related litigation.
• Tackling family-law litigation matters (contested hearings, injunctions, enforcement etc).
• Supervising, mentoring and developing junior fee-earners and support staff.
• Building the department's client base, managing relationships and contributing to business growth.
• Collaborating with other departments (e.g., private client, conveyancing) to ensure cross-selling and holistic service.
• Reporting to senior management on performance, forecasts and key metrics.

The Successful Applicant

• A solicitor in family law - ideally at least 5+ years' experience dealing with divorce, financial remedies, children disputes and family litigation.
• Experienced in managing or supervising juniors
• Strong in all aspects of family litigation - including contested hearings, injunctions, settlement negotiations and enforcement.
• Dealing with business development, building client relationships and cross-selling services.
• Excellent communicator, pragmatic, with strong client-service focus and ability to work in a regional environment.

What's on Offer

This is a permanent opportunity based in Ripon with a competitive salary of up to around £65,000 reflective of the role's seniority and location. You will head the family department of a reputable regional firm, enjoy the benefit of a supportive team culture, and work in a beautiful North Yorkshire setting. The firm is committed to career development, providing scope for growth, taking responsibility and having real influence over the direction of the department.