Part-Time Family Law Fee Earner: 3 Days/Week

Adkins & Cheurfi Recruitment; North East; Sur place; GBP 30 000 - 45 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Adkins & Cheurfi Recruitment is seeking a Family Fee Earner in the North East, with Sunderland or Newcastle location depending on candidate. This permanent, part-time role covers a broad range of family law matters and requires office-based presence three days a week.

You will manage a varied caseload, draft court documents, conduct client interviews, and negotiate settlements, while maintaining client records and staying updated on family law changes.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or legal executive with current practising certificate in family law.
• Completion of the Professional Skills Course or equivalent.
• Minimum of two years post-qualification experience in family law.
• Ability to manage a broad range of family matters independently.

Responsabilités

• Manage a caseload of family matters including divorce, child arrangements, financial settlements, domestic abuse and adoption.
• Conduct client interviews to gather information and provide clear legal advice.
• Draught legal documents such as pleadings, agreements, court applications and correspondence.
• Prepare cases for court hearings, gather evidence and liaise with barristers and court officials.
• Negotiate settlements to achieve favourable outcomes for clients.
• Maintain accurate client records in line with regulatory and firm standards.
• Keep up-to-date with changes in family law and case law to ensure current advice.
• Collaborate with colleagues to ensure a seamless client experience and efficient processes.
• Manage billing and fee-earning responsibilities with timely invoicing.

Connaissances

Client interviewing

Case management

Billing & invoicing

Drafting pleadings & documents

Legal research

Formation

Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive

Practising certificate in family law

Professional Skills Course (PSC)

Description du poste

Adkins & Cheurfi Recruitment is seeking a Family Fee Earner in the North East, with Sunderland or Newcastle location depending on candidate. This permanent, part-time role covers a broad range of family law matters and requires office-based presence three days a week.

You will manage a varied caseload, draft court documents, conduct client interviews, and negotiate settlements, while maintaining client records and staying updated on family law changes.