Family Solicitor

Chadwick Nott; Plymouth; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable law firm in Plymouth is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join their specialist team. This role involves managing a diverse caseload, providing compassionate advice, and representing clients in court with a focus on complex financial cases. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years PQE in family law, strong advocacy skills, and a client-centered approach. The firm promotes a supportive culture with opportunities for remote working and professional development.

Benefits

Supportive team culture

Opportunities for remote working

Professional development pathways

Qualifications

• 2+ years PQE in family law.
• Experience in divorce, finances, and private law children matters.
• Confidence managing a busy and varied caseload independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload from initial instruction to conclusion.
• Provide strategic and compassionate advice on family law matters.
• Represent clients at court hearings.

Skills

Strong advocacy skills

Excellent communication

Negotiation skills

Organizational skills

Empathetic and client-centered approach

Education

Solicitor qualification

Job description

Overview

Family Solicitor - Plymouth - 2+ Years PQE
Location: Plymouth (with opportunities for remote working)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 to £65,000 (dependent on experience)

A well established and growing law firm is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join its specialist Family team in Plymouth. Following a period of significant expansion and with ambitious plans for further growth, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, collaborative and client focused environment.

The Role

You\'ll manage your own varied caseload from initial instruction through to conclusion, including:

• Divorce and separation matters
• Financial remedy work, including complex asset division
• Private law children matters and parental responsibility issues
• Cohabitation disputes and agreements
• Pre nuptial and post nuptial agreements
• Domestic abuse matters and protective injunctions

You\'ll provide strategic, compassionate and outcome focused advice, balancing technical expertise with emotional intelligence. The role requires confidence in handling complex financial cases involving business interests, pensions and property portfolios. Experience representing clients at court hearings is essential, and strong negotiation skills and familiarity with ADR processes are highly valued.

Candidate Requirements

This role is suited to a qualified solicitor with:

• 2+ years PQE in family law
• Experience in divorce, finances and private law children matters
• Strong advocacy skills and experience representing clients in court
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Confidence managing a busy and varied caseload independently
• A sensitive, empathetic and client centred approach
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to team development

Benefits

The firm offers:

• A close knit, supportive and highly collaborative team culture
• Opportunities for remote working
• High quality, varied and meaningful family law work
• Clear pathways for professional development and progression
• A strong focus on client service and team wellbeing

How to Apply

If this opportunity sounds of interest or you\'d like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:

Email: [e-mail]
Phone: [phone]

The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.

At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.