Family Solicitor 6+ PQE - Leeds/Barnsley
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- England,Yorkshire and The Humber,West Yorkshire,Leeds
- Full Time, Permanent
- £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Job Description:
Full job descriptionFamily Solicitor | 6+ PQE | Yorkshire | Hybrid Working
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Solicitor (6+ PQE) to join a growing and well-regarded Family team, with office locations available in Barnsley and/or Leeds.
This is a great opportunity for an established Family Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career, joining a supportive and close-knit team with opportunities to take on supervisory responsibilities, develop client relationships and play an active role in the continued growth of the department.
The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of privately funded and Legal Aid family matters, providing high-quality advice and support to clients through often challenging circumstances.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Managing a varied caseload covering divorce, financial remedy, private children matters and domestic abuse.
*Handling matters from instruction through to conclusion, including picking up ongoing cases where required.
*Attending court hearings, including directions hearings, first appointments and financial dispute resolution appointments.
*Taking client instructions, drafting legal documents and correspondence, and providing clear, practical advice.
*Preparing Legal Aid applications and liaising with the Legal Aid Agency.
*Supporting the development of junior members of the team through supervision and file reviews.
*Contributing to business development and marketing activities, building relationships and generating new opportunities.
*Working towards agreed fee income and billing targets.
Experience in TOLATA matters would be advantageous.
About You
We’re keen to hear from an experienced Family Solicitor who:
*Has at least 6 years’ PQE in Family Law.
*Has strong experience across private children, divorce, financial remedy and domestic abuse matters.
*Has good advocacy and drafting skills.
*Is confident managing their own caseload and providing excellent client care.
*Has experience of Legal Aid work and understands the relevant eligibility criteria and requirements.
*Has the ability to supervise more junior colleagues and undertake file reviews.
*Is commercially minded, self-motivated and confident in developing their own client relationships.
*Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
What’s on Offer?
*Competitive salary.
*Hybrid working arrangements.
*25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional leave for long service.
*An extra day’s annual leave for your birthday.
*Two half-day Life Admin Days each year.
*Health scheme.
*Two additional non-contractual bonus opportunities per year.
*Pension scheme.
*Regular team and social events.
*A genuine commitment to work-life balance, employee wellbeing and long-term career development.
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Family Solicitor considering your next move, I’d love to have a confidential conversation.
Please reach out to me here:
A fantastic opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Solicitor (6+ PQE) to join a growing and well-regarded Family team, with office locations available in Barnsley and/or Leeds.
This is a great opportunity for an established Family Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career, joining a supportive and close-knit team with opportunities to take on supervisory responsibilities, develop client relationships and play an active role in the continued growth of the department.
The Role
You will manage a varied caseload of privately funded and Legal Aid family matters, providing high-quality advice and support to clients through often challenging circumstances.
Your responsibilities will include:
*Managing a varied caseload covering divorce, financial remedy, private children matters and domestic abuse.
*Handling matters from instruction through to conclusion, including picking up ongoing cases where required.
*Attending court hearings, including directions hearings, first appointments and financial dispute resolution appointments.
*Taking client instructions, drafting legal documents and correspondence, and providing clear, practical advice.
*Preparing Legal Aid applications and liaising with the Legal Aid Agency.
*Supporting the development of junior members of the team through supervision and file reviews.
*Contributing to business development and marketing activities, building relationships and generating new opportunities.
*Working towards agreed fee income and billing targets.
Experience in TOLATA matters would be advantageous.
About You
We’re keen to hear from an experienced Family Solicitor who:
*Has at least 6 years’ PQE in Family Law.
*Has strong experience across private children, divorce, financial remedy and domestic abuse matters.
*Has good advocacy and drafting skills.
*Is confident managing their own caseload and providing excellent client care.
*Has experience of Legal Aid work and understands the relevant eligibility criteria and requirements.
*Has the ability to supervise more junior colleagues and undertake file reviews.
*Is commercially minded, self-motivated and confident in developing their own client relationships.
*Enjoys working collaboratively as part of a supportive team.
What’s on Offer?
*Competitive salary.
*Hybrid working arrangements.
*25 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional leave for long service.
*An extra day’s annual leave for your birthday.
*Two half-day Life Admin Days each year.
*Health scheme.
*Two additional non-contractual bonus opportunities per year.
*Pension scheme.
*Regular team and social events.
*A genuine commitment to work-life balance, employee wellbeing and long-term career development.
Interested?
If you’re an experienced Family Solicitor considering your next move, I’d love to have a confidential conversation.
Please reach out to me here:
Job number 4290365
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