Family Solicitor

Senior Family Solicitor (8+ PQE) Full Time | Strong Regional Firm | Competitive Salary + Excellent BenefitsOur client, a highly regarded Legal 500 Family team with a strong regional reputation, is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join its expanding department. Due to continued growth and increased workload, this is a key strategic hire offering genuine scope to shape the future direction of the team.Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements.While applications are welcomed from fee-earners at varying levels, this opportunity is particularly suited to a senior solicitor (8+ PQE) looking to take on a pivotal role with clear progression prospects.The RoleYou will manage your own caseload of privately funded family matters, with a strong focus on divorce, financial remedy and nuptial agreement cases. The role offers high-quality, complex work within a supportive and collaborative environment.In addition to fee-earning responsibilities, you will play an active role in maintaining and enhancing the team's strong market reputation through business development and relationship building.Key ResponsibilitiesIndependently managing a caseload of divorce and financial remedy mattersAdvising on and drafting nuptial agreementsAttending court hearings including Directions Hearings, First Appointments and FDRsEnsuring full compliance with file management and regulatory standardsBuilding and maintaining relationships with professional referrers and local organisationsSupporting and mentoring junior colleaguesContributing to marketing and business development initiativesAbout YouQualified Family Solicitor with a minimum of 8 years' PQEStrong experience in divorce, financial disputes and nuptial agreementsFamiliarity with TOLATA claims, cohabitation agreements and declarations of trust (desirable)Hold a clean, valid practising certificateProfessional, proactive and commercially awareExcellent drafting, analytical and organisational skillsConfident in managing your own caseload and meeting deadlinesCollaborative team player with strong client relationship skillsThe OpportunityJoin a well-established and highly ranked Legal 500 teamWork within a firm with a strong regional profile and loyal client baseGenuine opportunity for progression for the right senior candidateCompetitive salary commensurate with experienceComprehensive benefits packageRealistic opportunities for long-term development and advancementThis is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded Family Solicitor to join a respected team where your expertise will be valued and your career progression supported. xjdpvnf For a confidential discussion and further details, please get in touch with Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment or apply today.

Created: 2026-03-18