Family Lawyer – Divorce Department

Kabir Family Law
Locations: Newcastle, York, Coventry, Oxford, Northampton, London, Cardiff

About Kabir Family Law

Since 2018, Kabir Family Law has established itself as a leading boutique family law practice with a national presence across England and Wales. We specialise exclusively in family law matters, allowing our team to develop deep expertise in one of the most impactful areas of legal practice.

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to join our Divorce Department. This is an opportunity to work on complex matrimonial cases while making a genuine difference to families during their most challenging moments.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing a caseload of divorce and dissolution matters from instruction through to conclusion
• Advising clients on financial remedy proceedings and matrimonial asset division
• Handling ancillary relief applications and complex financial settlements
• Conducting client consultations with empathy and professionalism
• Drafting legal documentation including divorce petitions, financial disclosure forms, and consent orders
• Negotiating settlements and representing clients at court hearings
• Collaborating with colleagues across our national offices on complex cases

Essential Requirements

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with minimum 2 years' experience in family law
• Demonstrable expertise in divorce and financial remedy proceedings
• Strong academic credentials with relevant professional qualifications
• Excellent communication skills with ability to handle sensitive situations
• Commercial awareness and understanding of practice management
• Commitment to maintaining the highest professional standards

Desirable Experience

• Complex financial remedy proceedings involving high-net-worth individuals
• International family law matters
• Alternative dispute resolution and mediation
• Domestic violence and injunction work

What We Offer

Professional Development

• Work on complex, high-profile divorce cases
• Regular training sessions led by senior practitioners
• Mentorship programs with experienced experts
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Support for continuing professional development

Work Environment

• Hybrid working options
• Flexible scheduling to accommodate personal commitments
• Collaborative team structure with direct partner access
• Client-centred culture emphasising care and empathy

Comprehensive Benefits Package

• Competitive salary benchmarked against leading family law practices
• Performance-based bonuses
• Pension scheme contributions
• Paid professional memberships and subscriptions
• CPD budget for conferences and seminars
• Generous annual leave allowance
• Health and wellbeing initiatives

Why Join Us?

• Specialist Focus : Develop true expertise in family law without juggling multiple practice areas
• National Reach : Exposure to diverse cases across our seven offices
• Make an Impact : Help clients rebuild their lives during difficult transitions
• Supportive Culture : Boutique environment where you're valued, not just a number
• Recognition : Join a practice with 4+ star ratings and a strong professional reputation

Equal Opportunities

Kabir Family Law is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and are committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can reach their full potential.

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