Family Solicitor - Locum

Executive Network Legal Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable legal firm in Bedfordshire is seeking a part-time locum Family Solicitor to cover maternity leave for approximately 12 months. Candidates must have over 8 years of PQE in family law and be confident in handling cases independently. This role offers competitive locum rates and support from a legal assistant and senior solicitor.

Benefits

Support from a legal assistant

Guidance from a senior solicitor

Friendly working environment

Competitive locum rates

Qualifications

• 8+ years of PQE in family law, confident in handling children's and financial remedy matters.
• Experience with TOLATA cases is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Handle a caseload of private family law matters, including children’s cases.
• Conduct client consultations and provide legal guidance.
• Advance cases independently with minimal oversight.

Skills

Client care

Communication skills

Independent case handling

Education

Qualified solicitor with 8+ years PQE

Job description

Overview

FAMILY SOLICITOR – LOCUM, PART TIME, CIRCA 12 MONTH FTC, COMPETITIVE SALARY, 8 + YEARS’ PQE, BEDFORDSHIRE. Opportunity for a part-time locum Family Solicitor to provide approximately 12 months of maternity cover starting next year. JOB REF: 1010

Responsibilities

• The locum will handle a caseload of private family law matters, including children’s cases, TOLATA disputes, and financial remedy proceedings. They will conduct client consultations, offering clear and practical legal guidance, and will advance cases independently with minimal oversight.

Qualifications

• Applications are open to qualified solicitors with 8+ years PQE in family law, confident in independently handling both children and financial remedy matters, and experienced or familiar with TOLATA cases.

Skills & Attributes

• You will offer strong client care and communication skills, with the ability to adapt to a developing office environment and contribute to its growth, and available to commence cover from 2026.

Benefits / Support

• The firm offers support from a legal assistant, guidance from a senior solicitor and the family department manager, a professional and friendly working environment, and competitive locum rates.

How to apply

To apply contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on 0207 183 8586 or email [e-mail] with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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