Family Solicitor (Legal Aid)

CapeClarke Limited; Watford; Hybrid; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm specializing in Family Law is seeking a Family Solicitor with legal aid experience. The position offers a starting salary of £34,000, flexible work options, and a supportive team environment committed to client care and justice access.

Benefits

Annual bonus schemes

22 days annual leave

Flexible working after probation

Qualifications

• Experience with legal aid family matters is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver exceptional client care and support.
• Draft key legal documents such as applications and statements.
• Manage a mixed caseload of legal aid family matters.

Skills

Client care

Document drafting

Legal aid experience

Job description

Family Solicitor - Legal Aid

The Position

• Deliver exceptional client care and support.
• Draft key legal documents such as applications, statements, and forms (e.g., C100, C1A, witness statements).
• Manage a mixed caseload of legal aid family matters, so legal aid experience is needed.

About the Organisation
This team specializes in Family Law and is dedicated to transforming access to justice through empathy, innovation, and collaboration. Core values include trust, client-focus, equality, and compassion. The firm is highly rated by clients, with consistent top-tier feedback on review platforms.


Key Details

• Salary: Starting at £34,000 per annum (depending on experience), plus performance-based bonuses.
• Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:30 PM.
• Flexible Work: Remote working available following a successful probation period.
• Leave: 22 days of annual leave, in addition to a company-wide closure during the Christmas period.
• Perks: Annual bonus schemes for both team and individual achievements, plus additional feedback-based incentives