Family Solicitor

Family Solicitor The Opportunity: An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor to join a prestigious Legal 500-ranked team in Staffordshire. Known for its expertise in divorce and financial remedy matters, this dynamic practice offers a supportive environment with a focus on career development and ongoing training. Enjoy flexible and hybrid working options, allowing you to achieve a great work-life balance while advancing your career. Key Responsibilities: Manage a varied caseload with a focus on divorce, financial remedy, and complex financial settlements. Provide clear, practical, and compassionate advice to clients during challenging family situations. Draft legal documents such as divorce petitions, financial disclosure, consent orders, and court statements. Represent clients at hearings, negotiations, and financial remedy proceedings. Build and maintain strong client relationships, ensuring exceptional service throughout. Support junior team members and contribute to departmental development. Participate in business development to raise the firm's profile in the local market. The Ideal Candidate: 2+ years' PQE in family law, particularly in divorce and financial remedy. Experience with financial settlements, asset division, and complex property matters. Strong client care skills, handling sensitive matters with empathy. Excellent communication and organisational skills with a proactive approach. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Ambitious, self-motivated, and eager to develop professionally within a Legal 500 firm. Experience with both private and publicly funded work is beneficial but not essential. Why Join This Firm? Legal 500 Team: Work on high-quality, high-value family law cases. Flexible Working: Hybrid working model with the flexibility to manage your schedule. Training & Development: Ongoing support for professional growth and career progression. Supportive Environment: Be part of a close-knit, collaborative team focused on your success. Competitive Salary & Benefits: Attractive package reflecting your experience and expertise. If you're a Family Solicitor looking for a new challenge with a firm that values your career and work-life balance, we want to hear from you! To apply, contact Nicholas Fear at BCL Legal.