Junior Solicitor – Family Law

Novap HR; Winnersh; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Novap HR in Winnersh, England is seeking a Junior Solicitor with a focus on Family Law to join our team on a full-time, permanent basis. The role is hybrid, requiring 2 days onsite per week and allows working with a supportive caseload of family matters.

Ideal candidates will have about 2 years PQE, solid experience in Family Law, and essential familiarity with Legal Aid processes. You will manage your own caseload, draft documents, and liaise with clients and courts.

Qualifications

• 2 years PQE as Solicitor.
• Experience in Family Law.
• Essential: experience handling Legal Aid matters.
• Ability to manage an independent caseload.

Responsibilities

• Manage a dedicated caseload of Family Law matters.
• Provide legal advice and maintain clear communication with clients.
• Draft legal documents and prepare court applications.
• Attend court hearings as required.
• Ensure compliance with Legal Aid application processes.
• Liaise with courts, barristers, and relevant legal professionals.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files.

Skills

PQE 2 years

Family Law

Job description

Junior Solicitor - Family Law

Organising Institution / Firm

Novap HR

Rolling Basis (Official)

Winnersh, England, United Kingdom

Not Specified

Approximately 2 years PQE as a Solicitor; strong experience in Family Law; previous experience handling Legal Aid matters is essential; experience managing own caseload.

Law Firm Job

Contextual Overview

Novap HR is seeking a Junior Solicitor specializing in Family Law to join their team in Winnersh, England. This is a full-time, permanent, hybrid role requiring 2 days of onsite presence per week.

Key Eligibility Criteria

• Approximately 2 years of Post-Qualification Experience (PQE) as a Solicitor.
• Proven experience in Family Law practice.
• Essential: Prior experience handling Legal Aid matters.
• Demonstrated ability to manage an independent caseload.

Responsibilities & Scope of Work

• Manage a dedicated caseload of Family Law matters.
• Provide legal advice and maintain clear communication with clients.
• Draft legal documents and prepare court applications.
• Attend court hearings as required.
• Ensure compliance with Legal Aid application processes.
• Liaise with courts, barristers, and relevant legal professionals.
• Maintain accurate and organized case files.

Stipend, Compensation & Mode

Compensation: Not specified.
Mode: Hybrid (2 days onsite in Winnersh, UK).

Application Procedure

• Is Legal Aid experience mandatory? Yes, the firm has explicitly stated that previous experience handling Legal Aid matters is essential for this role.
• What is the work arrangement? The role is hybrid, requiring the successful candidate to be onsite in Winnersh for 2 days per week.