Family Solicitor or Legal Executive

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Solicitor/CILEX or Fee Earner to join their dynamic Family Department. This role offers the opportunity to manage a diverse Family Law caseload while providing direct client advice and engaging in court advocacy. The firm is renowned for its commitment to equal opportunities and the well-being of its team members. With a strong ethos centered on client-centric values, this position promises genuine career opportunities in a fast-growing legal environment. If you have the expertise and passion for Family Law, this could be the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Financial awards for performance

Discount scheme with 900+ retailers

24/7 Employee Assistance Programme

Career opportunities in a growing firm

Family-oriented employment practices

Qualifications

• 3-5+ PQE in Family Law or closely related legal field.
• Hands-on experience in managing diverse Family Law caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload in Family Law, covering private and publicly funded work.
• Provide direct client advice and engage in court advocacy.

Skills

Family Law expertise

Court advocacy

Client advice

Experience with legally aided family work

Education

Solicitor or CILEX qualification

Job description

Our client’s dynamic Family Department is looking for a Solicitor/CILEX or Fee Earner with 3-5+ PQE to join their skilled Family Law team. The ideal candidate will be able to ‘hit the ground running’ due to their hands-on experience in Family Law or a closely related legal field. The role requires experience in court advocacy and providing direct client advice across all areas of Family Law.
You will be part of a 15-strong department, including 2 Partners, 9 Fee Earners, and support staff. The role involves managing a diverse caseload, covering both private and publicly funded work, with experience in both types of cases being essential.

The Firm:
The leading Firm in the East Midlands comprises around 180 colleagues situated across four offices. Their foundational values encompass equal opportunities, ensuring fairness, and a strong commitment to nurturing the physical and mental well-being of all team members. The firm's ethos revolves around crucial client-centric qualities: clarity, affordability, customisation, personalisation, and excellence. As a prominent Firm in the region, the firm provides a comprehensive range of legal services.

Is this the position for you?

• Extensive expertise and the capability to immediately contribute and manage a Family Law caseload
• Court advocacy and direct client contact
• Experience of legally aided family work is desirable

Benefits will include:

• Financial awards for performance
• Discount scheme (900 x High Street retailers, incl. health/leisure, hospitality & travel)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme
• Genuine career opportunities in a fast-growing and well-respected law firm
• Family-oriented employment practices

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