Private Family Solicitor

Oculus Legal Group; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join their Stafford team. The ideal candidate will handle a variety of family law matters, manage cases independently, and contribute to a supportive and high-performing environment. This role emphasizes maintaining client care standards and offers the opportunity for personal case management within a friendly, people-first culture. Applicants must be qualified solicitors or CILEX with strong family law experience.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in handling family law matters independently.
• Ability to advise clients and draft necessary legal documentation.
• Experience representing clients in court and mediations.

Responsibilities

• Manage complex family law cases from start to finish.
• Maintain high standards of client care.
• Contribute to the department’s growth and success.

Skills

Family law experience

Independent case management

Education

Qualified solicitor or CILEX

Job description

Job Description

Oculus are working with a well‑established regional law firm seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join their growing Stafford team.

The firm prides itself on its friendly, people‑first culture, low hierarchy, and strong internal support, allowing senior solicitors to manage their own caseloads confidently while benefiting from a close‑knit team.

About the Role

• Handling a wide range of family law matters, including divorce, separation, civil partnerships, children disputes, relationship agreements, declarations of trust, separation agreements, injunctions, collaborative law, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution
• Manage cases both in‑office and at court
• Work closely with the existing team to maintain high standards of client care
• Contribute to the department’s growth and overall success

Key Responsibilities

• Managing complex family law cases independently from start to finish
• Advising clients and drafting all necessary documentation
• Representing clients in court and at mediations
• Supporting the team and contributing to a collaborative, high‑performing environment

What They’re Looking For

• Qualified solicitor or CILEX with strong family law experience
• Confident managing cases independently, including top-level matte...