Family Solicitor

JMC Legal Recruitment; Truro; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor to join a leading law firm in Cornwall and Devon. This role offers a dynamic and varied caseload focusing on private and public law children matters, with the chance to develop your skills in a supportive environment. You will manage a diverse caseload, undertake your own advocacy, and contribute to business development initiatives. With a commitment to professional growth and a flexible working environment, this firm values your expertise and offers competitive compensation and benefits. Join a respected team where your career can flourish.

Benefits

Group pension plan

Medical cash plan

Annual bonus scheme

Private medical insurance

Cycle-to-work scheme

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in Family Law with focus on private law children matters.
• Confidence in undertaking advocacy and managing sensitive cases.

Responsibilities

• Manage diverse caseload in private and public law children matters.
• Represent clients in court and contribute to business development efforts.

Skills

Family Law

Advocacy

Communication Skills

Business Development

Case Management

Education

Qualified Solicitor (2+ years PQE)

Job description

Solicitor - Family Department (Private & Public Law Children)

Location: Truro

Salary: Competitive, based on experience

An exciting opportunity has emerged for a Family Solicitor to join one of the leading law firms in Cornwall and Devon, due to a significant influx of work. This growing firm is seeking a Solicitor with 2+ years PQE to join their highly regarded Family Department. The role will primarily focus on private and public law children work, with the opportunity to gain experience across the full spectrum of family law services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Main focus on private and public law children matters, including care proceedings, child arrangements, and child protection.
• Manage a diverse caseload, including more complex family law cases, and handle routine casework.
• Advocacy: Represent clients in court and undertake your own advocacy.
• Contribute to business development efforts, supporting initiatives to expand the family law practice and strengthen client relationships.
• Travel as required to attend court hearings and meet with clients or colleagues at other office locations.

What We Are Looking For:

• 2+ years PQE in Family Law, ideally with experience in private law children matters.
• Confidence in undertaking your own advocacy and representing clients in court.
• Proven expertise in both private and public law children matters, with experience managing sensitive, high-pressure cases.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to work under tight deadlines and maintain high standards.
• A collaborative mindset, eager to work alongside a supportive and experienced team.
• Willingness to travel across locations when required.

Why You'll Love This Role:

• A dynamic and varied caseload, with exposure to a broad range of family law matters.
• Supportive work environment, with paralegal and secretarial support to assist with managing cases.
• Growth opportunities in a well-established, respected team, with the chance to develop your skills and career.
• Flexibility in working arrangements, including the potential for remote working.
• A competitive salary with additional benefits, including a group pension plan, medical cash plan, annual bonu scheme, private medical insurance, cycle-to-work scheme, and more.

About the Firm:

This law firm is one of the longest-established in Cornwall and Devon, with a strong reputation for providing high-quality legal services. The Family Department is one of the largest in the region, specialising in a wide range of services, including divorce, financial proceedings, domestic violence, and children law. With a commitment to fostering professional growth and maintaining a supportive, forward-thinking work environment, this firm has been recognised with the Investors in People Silver award.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a firm where your expertise will be valued and your career will have the chance to flourish.
Additional Information:

• Location: Truro is the preferred location, though other locations within the firm's network can be discussed.
• Hours: Full-time (35 hours per week), with flexibility for alternative working arrangements, including remote working.

Take the next step in your career and join a growing, highly regarded family law team where you can make a meaningful impact.