Public Family Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment Ltd; England; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional multi-service firm in England is seeking an experienced Public Family Solicitor to join their Tier 1 Public Law Children team in Luton. The role involves supporting complex care matters, attending court sessions, and client meetings while managing Legal Aid applications. Candidates must have 4+ PQE in family law and strong communication skills. A competitive salary, holiday, and benefits are offered in a collaborative office environment.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday

Pension (salary sacrifice)

Health cash plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

Paid flu vaccinations

Qualifications

• 4+ years of post-qualification experience in family law, preferably with care and public law experience.
• Ability to manage Legal Aid funding applications.
• Excellent file and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support a Tier 1 Public Law Children team on complex care matters.
• Attend court and client meetings, manage new enquiries.
• Contribute to business development and mentoring of junior colleagues.

Skills

4+ PQE in family law

Law Society Children Panel member

Strong written and verbal communication skills

IT literate (case management, Word, Outlook, Excel)

Self‑motivated and collaborative

Valid driving licence

Job description

Join a Legal 500 Tier 1 Public Law Children team in Luton. This Public Family Solicitor role offers a competitive salary (DOE), 25 days’ holiday, pension (salary sacrifice), health cash plan, death in service, enhanced sick pay, cycle-to-work scheme, regular Partner contact, funded CPD, and a supportive culture with charity and community involvement.

About the Firm:

My client is a leading regional multi-service firm with a friendly, inclusive culture and strong progression pathways. You’ll work alongside specialists across public and private family, benefiting from modern offices and collaborative teams.

Public Family Solicitor — Position Overview:

• Support a Tier 1 Public Law Children team on complex care matters
• Attend court and client meetings (office-based in Luton with travel as required)
• Manage new enquiries and build relationships with Local Authorities
• Handle proceedings, provide written, telephone and meeting advice, and conduct advocacy (where appropriate)
• Maintain accurate records, manage risk and client expectations, and ensure compliance
• Contribute to business development, CPD, and mentoring of junior colleagues

Requirements of the Public Family Solicitor:

• 4+ PQE in family law, ideally with care and public law experience
• Law Society Children Panel member (or ready to apply)
• Experience preparing and managing Legal Aid funding applicationsStrong written and verbal communication and client care skills
• IT literate (case management, Word, Outlook, Excel) with excellent file and time management
• Self‑motivated, collaborative, and target‑driven with the ability to meet short deadlines
• Valid driving licence
• Knowledge of Lexcel requirements desirable

The Benefits for the Public Family Solicitor role:

• Competitive salary (DOE)
• 25 days’ holiday
• Auto‑enrolment salary‑sacrifice pension
• Health cash plan, death in service, enhanced sick pay
• Cycle‑to‑work scheme, free eye tests, paid flu vaccinations
• Regular Partner contact, feedback and CPD support
• Staff introduction bonus and discounted legal services
• Modern Luton office with charity and networking opportunities