Family Solicitor - Gravesend

Simpson Judge; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Gravesend is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to manage a diverse caseload, including divorce and financial remedy matters. The ideal candidate will have solid experience in private family law, strong client-care skills, and the ability to handle negotiations. This role offers a competitive salary, clear progression opportunities, and a supportive work culture, promoting work-life balance.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25+ days' holiday

Pension scheme

Support for professional training

Team-oriented environment

Qualifications

• 1-5 years PQE in family law is ideal.
• Membership of Resolution is advantageous but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload independently.
• Handle divorce, separation, and financial remedy matters.
• Advise on cohabitation disputes and domestic abuse matters.

Skills

Experience in private family law matters

Strong client-care skills

Handling hearings and negotiations

Organised and solutions-focused

Job description

Family Solicitor - Gravesend

Reputable Firm Varied Caseload Excellent Progression

I'm partnering with a long-established and well-regarded law firm in Gravesend that is looking to appoint an experienced Family Solicitor to join its supportive and busy Family department. This is an excellent opportunity for someone seeking a varied caseload, strong career progression, and a firm that genuinely values work-life balance.

The Opportunity

• Divorce and separation
• Financial remedy matters
• Private law children proceedings
• Cohabitation disputes
• Domestic abuse matters
• Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
• General family advisory work

You'll have the autonomy to manage your own caseload while being part of a collaborative team that provides guidance when needed.

Candidate Profile

• Solid experience across a range of private family law matters (around 1-5 PQE ideal, but all levels considered)
• Strong client-care skills with a sensitive and professional approach
• Confidence handling hearings and negotiations
• The ability to manage and prioritise a varied caseload
• A proactive, organised, and solutions-focused working style
• Membership of Resolution, or a willingness to join, is advantageous but not essential.

Why This Firm?

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a respected firm with a warm, supportive culture and a focus on professional development.

Benefits typically include:

• Competitive, experience-based salary
• Clear progression opportunities within the department
• Support for professional memberships and ongoing training
• 25+ days' holiday plus bank holidays
• Pension scheme
• Friendly, team-oriented environment
• Staff social events and a strong firm-wide culture