Family Solicitor — Diverse Caseload, Liverpool

JMW Solicitors; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

JMW Solicitors LLP in Liverpool is seeking a Family Solicitor to join a supportive, dynamic team handling a diverse caseload of family matters including divorce, financial remedy, and children cases.

The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor with around 3 years' PQE, strong client service skills, and the ability to manage priorities, conduct research and work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to deliver high-quality results.

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor with up to around 3 years' post-qualification experience.
• Experience of preparing, planning and effectively running Family work cases.
• Knowledge of legal principles and court procedures in family cases.
• Ability to meet deadlines and manage workload.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; client empathy.

Responsibilities

• Draft legal documents tailored to meet their specific needs.
• Conduct thorough research and analyse legislation and/or case law.
• Build strong relationships with the firm’s client base and colleagues.
• Manage a varied caseload including opening, maintaining and closing files and timely invoicing.
• Meet chargeable hour targets and ensure time recording and billing.
• Stay up to date with new legal developments and CPD compliance.
• Assist in development of the department and network with work introducers.

Skills

Family law expertise

Client service

Time management

Communication skills

Research and analysis

Education

Solicitor qualification (PQE up to 3 years)

Job description

JMW Solicitors LLP in Liverpool is seeking a Family Solicitor to join a supportive, dynamic team handling a diverse caseload of family matters including divorce, financial remedy, and children cases.

The successful candidate will be a qualified solicitor with around 3 years' PQE, strong client service skills, and the ability to manage priorities, conduct research and work collaboratively with colleagues across the firm to deliver high-quality results.