Job Title: Family Law Solicitor
Location: Bishop Auckland, County Durham
Salary: £35,000 - £75,000 (depending on experience)
Working Hours: Full-time, 36 days holiday including bank holidays and Christmas closure
Family Law Solicitor Opportunity
Our client is a well-established and respected law firm seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor to join their growing team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor with at least 2 years' PQE who is looking to further develop their career within a supportive and forward-thinking practice. The successful candidate will benefit from high-quality work, genuine career progression opportunities and a positive working environment where client care is at the heart of everything they do.
The role offers flexibility, autonomy and the opportunity to handle a varied caseload of privately funded family matters.
The Role
The successful candidate will be responsible for:
- Managing a varied caseload of family law matters from instruction through to conclusion.
- Advising clients on issues including:
- Divorce and separation
- Financial remedy proceedings
- Private children matters
- Cohabitation disputes
- Pre- and post-nuptial agreements
- Domestic abuse matters
- Building strong and lasting relationships with clients through excellent service and communication.
- Drafting legal documents, court applications and correspondence.
- Representing clients at hearings, negotiations and settlement discussions where appropriate.
- Working collaboratively with colleagues and external professionals to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.
- Maintaining accurate records and utilising case management systems effectively.
- Supporting the continued growth and success of the Family Department.
About You
Applicants should possess:
- Qualified Solicitor status in England and Wales.
- A minimum of 2 years' PQE in Family Law.
- Experience managing their own caseload of privately funded family matters.
- Strong technical knowledge across a broad range of family law work.
- Excellent client care and relationship-building abilities.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
- A proactive and professional approach to work.
- Strong organisational and time-management skills.
- The ability to work independently whilst contributing positively to a wider team.
Advocacy and litigation experience would be advantageous, although not essential.
Benefits
In return, our client offers:
- Competitive salary dependent on experience.
- Performance-related bonus scheme.
- Flexible working arrangements.
- 36 days annual leave including bank holidays (pro rata for part-time employees).
- Company sick pay.
- Ongoing training and professional development support.
- Genuine career progression opportunities.
- Regular staff events and social activities.
- Supportive and collaborative working culture.
Hours
- Full-time preferred (36 hours per week).
- Part-time applications will also be considered.
- Monday to Friday.
- Flexible working arrangements available.
INDLTS
Pay: £35,000.00-£75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee mentoring programme
- Flexitime
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Private medical insurance
- Referral programme
- Sick pay
Experience:
- PQE: 2 years (required)
- Family Law: 2 years (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- Current practicing certificate (preferred)
Location:
- Bishop Auckland, Durham (preferred)
Work Location: In person
