Family Solicitor

Newbury Source: WhatJobs
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Overview

In this role you will manage a diverse family law caseload within a reputable full‑service law firm in Newbury. You will advise private clients and Legal Aid matters, handle divorce, finances, and private children cases, and draft key agreements and court documentation. You’ll contribute to growing the family practice through marketing and business development. This position suits a solicitor with solid family law experience who wants broader responsibility and impact.

Pay / Benefits

  • Salary 40,000 to 75,000
  • 25 Days holiday plus bank holidays
  • Free parking
  • Private healthcare
  • Company pension
  • Regular staff events (Summer Social, Winter party)

Responsibilities

  • Manage an own caseload of family law matters
  • Advise clients on privately funded and Legal Aid cases
  • Develop caseload in divorce, financial and private children matters
  • Draft legal documents including Cohabitation and Prenuptial Agreements
  • Prepare and submit court applications
  • Participate in marketing and business development initiatives

Key requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor with 1–2 years’+ PQE
  • Proven experience managing own family law caseload
  • Experience in Private Family Law matters
  • Experience dealing with sensitive and vulnerable clients
  • Empathy and sensitivity with clients
  • Clear communication
  • Commercial awareness and proactivity
  • Experience in private family law matters
  • Legal Aid experience
  • Drafting of legal documentation

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