Family Solicitor - Bristol (2-3 PQE)
Family Solicitor - Bristol (2-3 PQE)
Location: Bristol
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £55,000 - £75,000 (depending on experience)
A growing Family team is seeking a talented Family Solicitor (2-3 PQE) to join its supportive, collaborative and ambitious practice. This is an excellent opportunity to manage a varied caseload, build strong client relationships and contribute to the continued development of a team with a strong reputation and a high quality mix of work, including HNW matters.
The Role
You'll be responsible for managing your own caseload and delivering clear, pragmatic and compassionate advice across a broad range of family law matters, including:
- Divorce and separation
- Financial remedy
- Private children matters
- Cohabitation and related issues
You will work closely with Partners, a Senior Associate and wider team members, taking day-to-day responsibility for your matters while contributing to business development and the wider success of the team.
Key Responsibilities
- Managing a varied caseload of family law matters
- Advising clients clearly and sensitively, setting realistic expectations
- Drafting and reviewing correspondence, court applications, witness statements, agreements and other legal documents
- Conducting advocacy where appropriate and liaising with counsel, experts, courts and third parties
- Managing files, deadlines, costs information and matter updates in line with regulatory requirements
- Meeting agreed financial, time recording and matter management expectations
- Supporting business development, networking, marketing and knowledge sharing activities
- Collaborating with colleagues and providing guidance to junior team members where appropriate
- Handling confidential and sensitive information with care and professionalism
Candidate Requirements
- England & Wales qualification and approximately 2-3 years' PQE
- Experience managing your own caseload with appropriate supervision
- Strong technical knowledge across a range of family law matters
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Calm, empathetic and professional approach when supporting clients
- Strong organisation, attention to detail and ability to manage competing priorities
- Commercial and proactive mindset with interest in developing client relationships
- Collaborative, flexible and team focused approach
- Commitment to delivering excellent client service and ongoing professional development
Benefits
- Supportive, collaborative and growing Family team
- High quality mix of work, including HNW matters
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- Clear progression opportunities
- Hybrid working options
- Strong focus on professional development and team culture
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.
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