Family Solicitor

Crane & Staples; Welwyn Garden City; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites experienced Family Solicitors to join their esteemed Family Department. This role offers the opportunity to manage high-profile cases in a supportive and dynamic environment. You will work alongside respected legal professionals, focusing on private family law, including high net-worth divorce and child arrangements. The firm promotes a culture of mentorship and professional growth, ensuring a fulfilling career path with flexible working arrangements. Join a team that values excellence, integrity, and community commitment, and take the next step in your legal career.

Benefits

Hybrid Working after probation

50% parking fee reimbursement

25 days Holiday

1 additional holiday for birthday

Enhanced Family policies

Regular CPD training

Clear career progression path

Discounted legal fees

Performance-based bonus scheme

Qualifications

• Strong technical knowledge in private family law is essential.
• Ability to manage complex family law cases effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of private family law cases from start to finish.
• Collaborate with legal professionals and experts on complex matters.

Skills

private family law expertise

mediation skills

advocacy

client-centric approach

Education

Qualified Solicitor (4-8 years' PQE)

Job description

Join Our Outstanding Legal 500 and Chambers Ranked Team!

Are you an experienced Family Solicitor looking for a new challenge within a highly regarded, supportive, and dynamic team? Crane & Staples invites applications from Family Solicitors with 4-8 years' PQE to join our esteemed Family Department.

Why Join Us?

At Crane & Staples, we pride ourselves on offering an exceptional working environment where our team thrives. Our Family Department is known for its excellence, client-focused approach, and collaborative atmosphere. Here, you will work on high-profile, complex cases alongside highly respected legal professionals.

Your Role

As a Family Solicitor at Crane & Staples, you will:

1. Manage your own caseload from start to finish.
2. Work on a diverse range of private family law cases, including high net-worth divorce, complex financial matters, and child arrangement cases.
3. Be actively involved in mediation, ADR, and advocacy when suitable.
4. Collaborate with some of the best legal minds in the field, including renowned counsel, forensic accountants, and pension experts.

What We’re Looking For

Our ideal candidate will:

1. Demonstrate strong technical knowledge and expertise in private family law.
2. Uphold our core values of excellence, empathy, and integrity.
3. Take a client-centric approach to every case.
4. Have the enthusiasm and ambition to grow professionally within our firm.
5. Work effectively within our friendly and dynamic team.

Your Career at Crane & Staples

We are committed to providing a fulfilling and sustainable legal career. With a clear progression path, ongoing professional development, and regular supervision, we ensure our solicitors have the resources and support they need to excel. Our firm is Lexcel accredited, highlighting our excellent management practices.

We also understand the importance of work-life balance, offering flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional needs.

Our Team

You will join a close-knit, highly respected team. Our department fosters a culture of mentorship, teamwork, and camaraderie, ensuring that all colleagues feel supported and valued.

Our Commitment to the Community

Beyond our legal work, we are dedicated to supporting local charities and initiatives. We actively participate in fundraising events and collaborate with esteemed professionals in the legal community.

• Hybrid Working after probation period (3 days in office & 2 days working from home)
• Claim back 50% of parking fees
• 25 days Holiday
• 1-day additional holiday for birthday
• Enhanced Family policies, Regular CPD training
• Clear path for career progression
• Discounted legal fees
• Performance-based fee-earner bonus scheme

How to Apply

To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to Karen Angel at [e-mail].

Join Crane & Staples and take the next step in your Family Law career with a firm that truly values your growth, well-being, and success.