Full job descriptionSenior Family Solicitor – Senior Associate/Partner
Poole, Dorset | Full-Time | Hybrid Working
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Solicitor to join a highly regarded Legal 500 firm in Poole at Senior Associate or Partner level.
This is a genuine leadership and succession opportunity following the planned retirement of a senior Partner. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the future direction of the established Family team while continuing to handle a high-quality caseload.
The Role:
You will manage a varied private Family caseload, with a particular focus on:
*High-value financial remedy matters
*Complex matrimonial work
*Divorce and separation
*Private family disputes
*Advocacy and representation at court
Alongside your fee-earning responsibilities, you will supervise and mentor a small team of Solicitors and support staff, helping to develop the team and maintain a high level of client service.
You will also have the opportunity to contribute to the continued growth of the practice through business development, networking and building relationships within the local market.
The role is based in modern offices in central Poole. Due to the leadership and supervisory responsibilities, regular office attendance will be required, although flexible hybrid working is supported.
About You:
*Experienced Family Solicitor at Senior Associate or Partner level
*Strong background in privately funded Family law
*Extensive experience in complex financial remedy and matrimonial matters
*Strong advocacy skills with proven court experience
*Confident managing your own caseload and client relationships
*Experienced in supervising and developing junior lawyers
*Commercially minded with strong business development skills
*Ambitious and keen to play a leading role in the future growth of the team
What’s on Offer?
*Genuine Senior Associate/Partner-level opportunity
*Leadership role within an established Family practice
*High-quality and complex private Family work
*Opportunity to shape the future development of the department
*Supportive and progressive working environment
*Hybrid and flexible working
*Established local client base and strong market presence
*Excellent long-term career prospects
Occasional travel to other offices, court hearings, client meetings and networking events will also be required.
My client is keen to shortlist candidates for interview as soon as possible.
If you’re an experienced Family Solicitor considering your next career move, please contact Chris Rodriguez at G2 Legal for a confidential discussion or apply online with your CV.
(Please note salary is just a guide, depends on the experience of the candidate).
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