Family Solicitor (Litigation)

Black & White Rec; Chadwell St Mary; Vor Ort; GBP 50.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Black & White Rec is seeking a confident solicitor to handle a varied caseload across civil litigation and family law in a supportive, forward-thinking firm.

You will take ownership from instruction to resolution, advising clients, drafting pleadings, negotiating settlements, and representing at interim hearings. Autonomy, commercial awareness, and excellent client care are essential to success in this role.

Qualifikationen

• Qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years PQE in litigation and/or family law.
• Strong drafting ability and civil procedure knowledge.
• Excellent client-focused communication.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Advocacy experience desirable but not essential.

Aufgaben

• Manage a mix of civil litigation and family files from instruction to resolution.
• Advise clients, draft legal documents, liaise with third parties, and conduct advocacy at interim hearings.
• Engage in negotiations, mediations, and business development to grow the firm’s client base.

Kenntnisse

Litigation & family law

Client communication

Drafting pleadings

Independent worker

Commercial awareness

Team player

Jobbeschreibung

Are you a confident solicitor with a flair for both civil litigation and family law? My Client is looking for a dynamic legal professional to handle a varied caseload and deliver exceptional service in a supportive and progressive environment. If you thrive working independently and are passionate about achieving strong results for your clients, this role is an ideal match.

Job Summary

This is a full-time opportunity for a qualified solicitor with experience across general civil litigation and family law. You'll take ownership of a diverse caseload from instruction to resolution, working on a wide range of disputes and family law matters while contributing to the ongoing development of the practice.

Your Role

You’ll manage a mix of civil litigation and family files, including contract disputes, property issues, debt recovery, contentious probate, divorce, financial remedy, and children matters. You’ll advise clients, draft legal documents, liaise with third parties, and conduct advocacy at interim hearings when appropriate. With autonomy in your daily work, you’ll also be involved in negotiations, mediations, and business development activities that help maintain and grow the firm’s client base.

About You

You are a qualified solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE in litigation and/or family law. You have a solid grasp of civil procedure and family law processes, excellent drafting ability, and the confidence to manage your own caseload. While advocacy experience is a plus, your communication skills and client-focused mindset are what truly set you apart.

Some Bullet Points About You

• Qualified Solicitor with at least 3 years PQE in litigation and/or family law

• Strong technical understanding of civil and family legal frameworks

• Skilled in drafting pleadings, statements, and settlement agreements

• Capable of handling complex matters with minimal supervision

• Strong communicator, adept at client interaction and case strategy

• Advocacy experience desirable but not essential

• Proactive, commercially aware, and team-oriented