Public Family Solicitor – Children & Care

Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions; Luton; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading regional law firm in Luton is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join their highly regarded Public Family Team. This role offers a chance to manage meaningful public law children cases while contributing to a supportive and collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have at least 4 years of PQE in Family Law and relevant experience. The firm provides excellent career progression opportunities, supportive mentorship, and a competitive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive salary

25 days annual leave

Auto-enrolment salary sacrifice pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay scheme

Health cash plan

Qualifications

• Experience in public law children proceedings (care orders, placement orders).
• Proven track record of managing Legal Aid cases.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own caseload of public law children matters.
• Preparing and managing Legal Aid funding applications.
• Conducting advocacy at court hearings.

Skills

Strong written and oral communication skills

Excellent file and time management

IT literate

Knowledge of Lexcel quality standards

Self-motivated

Collaborative team player

Education

Qualified Solicitor with current practising certificate

4 years PQE in Family Law

Tools

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Job description

A leading regional law firm in Luton is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join their highly regarded Public Family Team. This role offers a chance to manage meaningful public law children cases while contributing to a supportive and collaborative environment. Ideal candidates will have at least 4 years of PQE in Family Law and relevant experience. The firm provides excellent career progression opportunities, supportive mentorship, and a competitive benefits package.