NQ Family Solicitor

Clayton Legal; Halifax; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Clayton Legal is seeking a Newly Qualified Family Solicitor to join a long‑standing West Yorkshire firm. You will gain real responsibility, mentoring, and hands‑on experience across private and Legal Aid Family Law, with support from experienced solicitors as you build confidence.

The role offers development opportunities, client contact from an early stage, and a pathway to a long‑term family law career within a reputable regional practice.

Qualifications

• Newly Qualified Solicitor with a genuine passion for Family Law.
• Exposure to Family Law during training contract preferred.
• Willingness to continue learning and develop across private and Legal Aid work.
• Excellent communication and client care skills.
• Organised with attention to detail and team player.

Responsibilities

• Develop a well‑rounded Family Law practice across private and Legal Aid work.
• Handle divorce, private children disputes, and domestic abuse applications.
• Manage files and build confidence as a solicitor.
• Engage with clients with strong communication and care.

Skills

Communication skills

Client care

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Proactive learner

Education

Law degree

Legal training contract

Job description

Newly Qualified Family Solicitor – Don’t Just Qualify. Build Your Career.

Just qualified in Family Law? Ready for a role where you'll actually be given the opportunity to develop?

Your first qualified role can shape the direction of your career. So, rather than joining a firm where you're expected to simply get on with it, why not join one that will invest in you, support your development and give you the opportunity to build your confidence and expertise from day one?

Our client is a long-established and highly respected regional law firm, with more than 100 years of experience supporting clients and communities across West Yorkshire.

They're now looking for a Newly Qualified Family Solicitor to join their growing team — and this is a role designed for someone who wants to learn, develop and build a genuine long-term career in Family Law.

You'll get real responsibility, meaningful client contact and hands‑on experience, but with the benefit of experienced Family Solicitors around you to provide guidance and support.

You'll work across a broad mix of private and Legal Aid Family Law, giving you the opportunity to develop a well‑rounded skillset rather than being restricted to one area of work.

Your caseload will include:

• Divorce and financial remedy matters
• Private children disputes
• Domestic abuse applications
• Legal Aid Family Law, including eligible children matters
• Advising and supporting clients through often challenging circumstances
• Managing your own files and developing your confidence as a qualified solicitor

And importantly, you won't be left to figure it all out yourself.

You'll receive regular supervision, mentoring and support from experienced Family Solicitors who are invested in helping you become the lawyer you want to be.

What you'll get in return

• Genuine investment in your development
• Regular supervision and mentoring from experienced Family Solicitors
• Valuable experience across private and Legal Aid work
• High levels of client contact from an early stage
• The opportunity to build and manage your own caseload
• A friendly, collaborative and supportive team
• Clear opportunities to progress as your experience develops
• The backing of a highly respected regional firm with an excellent reputation across West Yorkshire
• The opportunity to build a long‑term career rather than simply finding your first qualified job

About you

You’ll be a Newly Qualified Solicitor with a genuine passion for Family Law and the enthusiasm to continue learning and developing.

You’ll ideally have gained some exposure to Family Law during your training contract and will be keen to broaden your experience across both privately funded and Legal Aid work.

You’ll also have:

• Excellent communication and client care skills
• A compassionate and professional approach
• Strong organisation and attention to detail
• The ability to work collaboratively within a close‑knit team
• A proactive attitude and genuine willingness to learn

If you're an NQ looking for a Family Law role where you'll be supported, trusted and given the opportunity to grow, this could be the ideal next step.

Don’t just start your legal career. Start it somewhere that will invest in it