Family Solicitor

Eventus Legal; United States; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

25 days holiday + BH

Pensions scheme

Health plan

Career progression

Well-being support

Social events

Job summary

Eventus Legal are seeking a Family Solicitor to join a Derbyshire-based firm. This full-time, permanent role offers hybrid working with up to two days remote, a salary up to £50,000 dependent on experience, and 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays.

The position supports high-net-worth private family matters with paralegal and secretarial assistance. Applications from Chartered Legal Executives with at least two years' post-qualification experience are welcome.

Qualifications

• Qualified solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with at least two years' PQE in private family law.
• Experience handling divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters.
• Ability to advise on high-net-worth matters and conduct own advocacy.
• Strong client care, communication, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of divorce, separation, financial remedy, and private children matters.
• Advising on complex and high-net-worth family law matters and providing clear, practical guidance throughout.
• Conducting your own advocacy and attending the Family Court regularly.
• Taking responsibility for matters from initial instruction through to conclusion.
• Maintaining strong client relationships and delivering a sensitive, responsive, and professional service.
• Working collaboratively with the wider family team and supporting paralegal and secretarial staff.

Skills

Solicitor/Legal Exec

Private Family Law

Court Advocacy

Client Care

Education

Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive qualification

Job description

Family Solicitor

Location: East Midlands, GB, NG32 3JE

Work Arrangement: Work From Home

Application Deadline: 2026-09-23

Start Date: 2026-12-26

Eventus Legal are seeking a Family Solicitor to join a highly regarded law firm in Derby, Derbyshire. This is a full-time, permanent job position offering hybrid working with up to two days per week working remotely from home, a salary of up to £50,000 dependent on experience, 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, and excellent long-term career progression with great transport links to the City centre.

You will manage a varied caseload of high-quality private family matters, including high-net-worth work, with paralegal and secretarial assistance. Applications are also welcomed from Chartered Legal Executives with at least two years' relevant post-qualification experience.

Job Responsibilities

• Managing a varied caseload of divorce, separation, financial remedy, and private children matters
• Advising on complex and high-net-worth family law matters and providing clear, practical guidance throughout
• Conducting your own advocacy and attending the Family Court regularly
• Taking responsibility for matters from initial instruction through to conclusion
• Maintaining strong client relationships and delivering a sensitive, responsive, and professional service
• Working collaboratively with the wider family team and making effective use of the dedicated paralegal and secretarial support available

Person Specification

• Qualification as a Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive
• At least two years' post-qualified experience within private family law
• Experience handling a broad range of divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters
• The ability to advise on complex or high-net-worth matters, or the ambition to develop further experience in this area
• Confidence conducting own advocacy and attending Court
• Strong client care, communication, and organizational skills
• A collaborative approach and commitment to delivering high-quality legal advice

Benefits and Rewards

• A competitive salary of up to £50,000 dependent on experience
• Hybrid working with up to two days remote working from home available per week
• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and an additional day off for your birthday
• Pensions scheme with employer contributions matched up to 5%
• Medicash personal health plan, including cashback towards dental, optical, and physiotherapy treatment
• Perkbox employee rewards, discounts, and monthly perks
• Dedicated paralegal and secretarial support
• Regular reviews, tailored training, and structured career progression pathways
• Well-being support, including Mental Health First Aiders, a 24-hour counselling helpline, and quarterly well-being events
• Firm-funded social events and opportunities to support local charities and community initiatives
• Discounted legal services for employees and their families
• A well-connected Derby city centre office

About the Law Firm

This renowned multi-service law firm has an excellent reputation for family law and is known for its progressive, collaborative, and people-focused culture. The Private Family Solicitor will join an experienced team undertaking high-quality work, with direct support from the Managing Partner and dedicated assistance that allows fee earners to focus on their clients and caseloads.

The firm invests meaningfully in training and career development, with regular reviews and structured pathways supporting progression into senior, associate, and leadership positions.

Additional Information

Please note, the years' experience and/or salary are listed in our advertisements as a guide. We are happy to consider applications from all candidates who are able to demonstrate the skills necessary to fulfil the role.

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