Family Solicitor
  • England,South East,Kent
  • Full Time, Permanent
  • Salary negotiable
Job Description:
Full job descriptionA fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Solicitor to join my clients award winning firm in their Gillingham, Kent offices.
The role includes:
Family law matters including separation, divorce and financial remedy proceedings
Children matters
Domestic abuse and domestic violence injunctions
TOLATA claims
Drafting legal documentation including Cohabitation Agreements and Prenuptial Agreements
Meeting with clients in office meeting rooms and/or remotely, as required
Financial control, with particular regard to cash flow through the collection of monies on account and adherence to billing procedures
Providing assistance to other fee earners within the office or Firm as required, particularly during periods of sickness and or other absence
Minimising risk in dealing with all work and ensuring that all files are managed in accordance with the Firm’s risk management and file management procedures
Carrying out all work in accordance with the procedures and systems documented in the Office Manual and the Firm’s training requirements
Supervision of fee earning work undertaken by colleagues, where appropriate
The Candidate
Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or equivalent
Proven experience across all aspects of family law
Likely to be 2 years PQE or above, although this is a guide only
Ability to manage your own caseload with or without support staff
Competent use of the Firm’s practice and case management systems
Willingness to assist with the marketing and profile raising of the department
Ability to bill clients in accordance with notified charging rates and time recorded on client files
Strong IT skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Dependable and adaptable, with a professional and client focused approach


Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.
Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful
Job number 3834392

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Company size: 5–9 employees
Industry: IT
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