Public Family Solicitor

Law Staff Legal Recruitment; England; Hybrid; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional multi-service firm in Luton is seeking a Public Family Solicitor to join their Tier 1 team. This position requires 4+ years of PQE in family law, with a focus on public law matters. The role offers a competitive salary, 25 days of holiday, a pension scheme, and various health benefits, alongside opportunities for professional development and community involvement.

Benefits

25 days’ holiday

Pension scheme

Health cash plan

Cycle-to-work scheme

CPD support

Discounted legal services

Discounted legal services

Qualifications

• 4+ PQE in family law, ideally with care and public law experience.
• Experience preparing and managing Legal Aid funding applications.
• Valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Support a Tier 1 Public Law Children team on complex care matters.
• Attend court and client meetings (office-based in Luton).
• Manage new enquiries and build relationships with Local Authorities.
• Contribute to business development and CPD.

Skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Client care skills

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

Self-motivated

Collaborative

Target-driven

Education

4+ PQE in family law

Law Society Children Panel member

Job description

Overview

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 applications
• Strong 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

If you’re a Public Family Solicitor (Children) ready for your next step, apply today. Alternatively, contact Shabir at Law Staff Limited quoting reference BH-37492.

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