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Family Law Fee Earner
Fairweather Law Ltd —Framlingham
- Full-time
- Business development
- Communication skills
- Time management
- Free parking
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- Bachelor's degree
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Team administration: Manage inbox queries, diaries, travel arrangements, filing, and general administrative support.

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Family Law Fee Earner

Fairweather Law Ltd
Framlingham

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Job details

Full-time

Benefits

Free parking
Cycle to work scheme
Company events

Qualifications

Client engagement
Filing
Court bundle preparation
Business development
Legal drafting
Court statement preparation
Legal research
Risk management
Relationship management
Multidisciplinary collaboration
Networking
Communication skills
Time management

Full job description

We are looking for a family fee earner to manage a varied caseload of privately funded family law matters, providing high-quality legal advice and representation to clients. You will be responsible for progressing matters efficiently, maintaining high standards of client care, achieving billing targets, and supporting the continued growth and reputation of the Family Department.

Key Responsibilities

Case Management

Manage a caseload of privately funded family law matters from instruction through to conclusion.
Provide clear, practical, and commercially focused legal advice to clients.
Conduct legal research and prepare legal documents, correspondence, applications, witness statements, and court bundles.
Instruct and liaise with counsel, experts, and other professionals as required.
Attend client meetings, negotiations, hearings, mediations, and conferences where appropriate.
Ensure compliance with court timetables, procedural requirements, and regulatory obligations.

Areas of Work

Varied case load to include:

Divorce and dissolution of civil partnerships.
Financial remedy proceedings.
Cohabitation disputes.
Private law children matters, including child arrangements and specific issue applications.
Domestic abuse and injunction proceedings.
Pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.
Separation agreements.
Cohabitation agreements.
Enforcement and variation applications.

Client Care

Deliver an exceptional standard of client service at all times.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Keep clients informed regarding the progress of their matter and likely costs.
Handle enquiries promptly and professionally.
Manage client expectations effectively and sensitively, recognising the sensitive and emotional nature of family law matters.

Financial Management

Meet agreed billing, chargeable hours, and fee income targets.
Accurately record time and maintain file records.
Prepare and issue bills in accordance with firm procedures.
Ensure effective management of work in progress and debt recovery.
Maintain profitability within the caseload.

Business Development

Contribute to the growth of the Family Department.
Develop and maintain professional relationships with referrers and local contacts.
Participate in networking events, marketing initiatives, and business development activities.
Support the firm's online presence through articles, updates, and social media content where appropriate.

Compliance and Risk Management

Maintain files in accordance with firm policies and regulatory requirements.
Ensure compliance with SRA regulations, anti-money laundering obligations, and GDPR requirements.
Identify and manage risk issues promptly.
Participate in file reviews and audits as required.

Essential Qualifications and Experience

Qualified Solicitor, Chartered Legal Executive, or experienced Family Law Fee Earner.
Demonstrable experience managing a private family law caseload.
Sound knowledge of family law legislation, procedure, and practice.
Experience of handling divorce, finance, and private children matters.
Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
Experience using case management systems.

Essential Skills and Attributes

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Strong organisational and time management abilities.
Ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Commercial awareness and a client-focused approach.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
High level of professionalism, empathy, and discretion.
Strong attention to detail.

Company Values

The postholder will:

Act with integrity and professionalism.
Demonstrate a commitment to excellent client service.
Promote teamwork and collaboration.
Support equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Contribute positively to the firm's reputation and success.

Benefits:

Company events
Cycle to work scheme
Free parking

Work Location: In person

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