Family Solicitor – Regional Law Firm Wiltshire – Hybrid

Austen Lloyd Ltd.; Swindon; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in Wiltshire is seeking a Family Solicitor. This role involves managing family law cases, providing legal advice, and collaborating with other professionals. The ideal candidate will have up to 5 years PQE in family law, strong advocacy and negotiation skills, and be detail-oriented. The firm offers a hybrid working policy, supporting both office and remote work arrangements.

Qualifications

• Experience handling a variety of family law cases independently.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to empathize with clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of family law matters, including divorce and child custody.
• Provide legal advice and representation to clients.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents.

Skills

Advocacy skills

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Education

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with up to 5 years PQE

Job description

Family Solicitor – Regional Law Firm based in Wiltshire

Overview

Join a reputable regional law firm based in Wiltshire as a Family Fee Earner, focusing on providing comprehensive legal services in family law matters. This position offers an opportunity to work within a supportive team environment and to further develop your expertise in family law.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of family law matters, including divorce, child custody, financial settlements, and domestic violence cases.
• Provide legal advice and representation to clients, ensuring their best interests are safeguarded throughout the legal process.
• Conduct legal research, prepare legal documents, and attend court hearings as necessary.
• Collaborate effectively with colleagues and other professionals involved in family law cases, such as mediators and social workers.
• Maintain accurate case records and ensure compliance with legal regulations and procedures.

Criteria

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with up to 5 years PQE in family law.
• Demonstrated experience handling a variety of family law cases independently.
• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills, with a proven track record of achieving favourable outcomes for clients.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to empathise and build rapport with clients from diverse backgrounds.
• Organised and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and a desire to contribute to the success of the firm.

Hybrid Agile Working Policy

This regional law firm embraces a hybrid agile working policy, allowing employees to balance office-based work with remote working options. Flexible working arrangements are available to accommodate individual needs and preferences.

Apply below or contact Charlotte at Austen Lloyd on 01275 463111, quoting role reference: CW 56101

Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency operating. Please note our advertisements may use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. However, we would be happy to consider applications from all candidates who can demonstrate the skills needed to perform the role; CW 56101