Private Family Solicitor: Caseload Ownership & Legal Aid

Clayton Legal; Royton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave + bank holidays

Birthday leave

Pension scheme

Attendance bonus

Staff discounts

Social events

Dress-down days

Training and development

Job summary

Clayton Legal in Bolton is seeking an experienced Private Family Solicitor to manage a quality caseload and advance your career within a supportive team.

You will handle divorce, financial remedies, domestic abuse, and both privately funded and Legal Aid work, taking ownership of cases and advocating in court, and you will need a full UK driving licence.

The role offers a competitive salary and a broad package including generous leave, pension, and ongoing training to help you progress.

Qualifications

• Private family law caseload management experience.
• Knowledge of Legal Aid and CCMS.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and client care skills.
• Good IT skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload across family matters.
• Advise clients across divorce, financial remedy, abuse and injunctions.
• Handle privately funded and Legal Aid work.
• Conduct advocacy and appear in court when required.

Skills

Private family law

CCMS knowledge

Organisation

Communication

Team collaboration

IT skills

Proactive attitude

Job description

Clayton Legal in Bolton is seeking an experienced Private Family Solicitor to manage a quality caseload and advance your career within a supportive team.

You will handle divorce, financial remedies, domestic abuse, and both privately funded and Legal Aid work, taking ownership of cases and advocating in court, and you will need a full UK driving licence.

The role offers a competitive salary and a broad package including generous leave, pension, and ongoing training to help you progress.