Private Family Solicitor

The Eventus Recruitment Group; East Midlands; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Birthday day off

25 days holiday

Ongoing professional development

Career progression

Job summary

Eventus Legal in Derby, Derbyshire, is seeking a Private Family Solicitor with 2+ years PQE to join a leading regional law firm. The role is full-time and permanent, offering a salary of £45,000 to £50,000 with hybrid working (up to two days remote) and 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays.

You will manage a varied, high-net-worth private family caseload with paralegal support. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong communication and client-care skills, work independently, and

Qualifications

• Qualified Solicitor in England & Wales with 2+ years PQE.
• Experience independently managing a private family caseload.
• Strong experience in divorce and private children matters.
• High-net-worth experience and complex financial matters.

Responsibilities

• Manage an independent caseload of privately funded family matters from instruction to conclusion.
• Advise and represent clients in divorce, separation and relationship breakdown.
• Handle private children matters, including applications and negotiations concerning child arrangements.
• Manage financial matters arising from divorce, including high-net-worth cases and complex assets.
• Draft applications, statements, agreements, consent orders and related documents.
• Conduct negotiations and seek practical settlements where possible.
• Prepare cases for hearings and represent clients in court when required.
• Maintain client communications and liaise with colleagues and third parties.
• Ensure accurate file management and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Private family law

Independent caseload management

Client care

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Solicitor qualification England & Wales

Job description

Eventus Legal are seeking a Private Family Solicitor 2 plus years PQE to join a leading law firm in Derby, Derbyshire. This is a full-time, permanent job offering a salary of £45,000 to £50,000, hybrid working with up to two days a week working remotely from home, 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and ongoing professional development. The successful Private Family Solicitor will manage a varied caseload of high-quality private family matters, including work for high-net-worth clients, with dedicated paralegal and legal secretarial support.

Role Responsibilities

The incoming Private Family Solicitor in Derby, Derbyshire will take responsibility for a varied caseload of privately funded family matters from instruction through to conclusion. Key responsibilities will include:

• Managing an independent caseload of privately funded family matters from initial instruction through to conclusion including divorce, matrimonial finance, private children, pre and post-nuptial agreements, cohabitation agreements and domestic abuse etc
• Advising and representing clients in divorce, separation and relationship breakdown matters
• Handling private children matters, including applications and negotiations concerning child arrangements
• Managing financial matters arising from divorce and separation, including complex cases involving high-net-worth clients, property, pensions and other assets
• Drafting applications, statements, agreements, consent orders and other relevant family law documentation
• Conducting negotiations and working towards practical settlements where appropriate
• Preparing cases for hearings and representing clients during court proceedings where required
• Managing correspondence and liaising with clients, other solicitors, barristers and relevant third parties throughout each matter
• Maintaining accurate files, meeting court deadlines and complying with regulatory requirements and the firm's procedures
• Delivering a high standard of client care and keeping clients informed throughout their case
• Working effectively with the firm's paralegal and legal secretarial support to progress matters efficiently

Person Specification

Applications are welcomed from qualified Solicitors in Derby, Derbyshire with experience in privately funded family law who are confident managing their own files. You should also be able to demonstrate the following:

• Qualification as a Solicitor in England and Wales with over 2 years PQE
• Experience managing a private family law caseload independently
• Strong experience in divorce and private children matters
• The technical ability and judgement required to handle high-quality and high-net-worth work
• Excellent communication, organisation and client-care skills
• The ability to work independently while contributing positively to a collaborative team

Benefits and Rewards

This Private Family Solicitor job offers a competitive package and the flexibility to balance office and home working. The successful Private Family Solicitor will also benefit from:

• A salary of £45,000 to £50,000 depending on experience
• Hybrid working with up to two days per week working remotely from home
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Opportunities for career progression within a reputable regional law firm

About the Law Firm

This renowned law firm has a long established presence in Derby and the wider East Midlands region and provides specialist legal services across several practice areas. With a fantastic reputation and culture that promotes a collaborative, inclusive working environment where legal professionals are supported to develop their skills and progress long term.

Please note, the years' experience and/or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide.

We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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