Family Solicitor

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Senior Family Solicitor (8+ PQE) Full Time | Strong Regional Firm | Competitive Salary + Excellent Benefits Our client, a highly regarded Legal 500 Family team with a strong regional reputation, is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join its expanding department. Due to continued growth and increased workload, this is a key strategic hire offering genuine scope to shape the future direction of the team.
Make sure to read the full description below, and please apply immediately if you are confident you meet all the requirements. While applications are welcomed from fee-earners at varying levels, this opportunity is particularly suited to a senior solicitor (8+ PQE) looking to take on a pivotal role with clear progression prospects. The Role You will manage your own caseload of privately funded family matters, with a strong focus on divorce, financial remedy and nuptial agreement cases. The role offers high-quality, complex work within a supportive and collaborative environment. In addition to fee-earning responsibilities, you will play an active role in maintaining and enhancing the team's strong market reputation through business development and relationship building. Key Responsibilities Independently managing a caseload of divorce and financial remedy matters Advising on and drafting nuptial agreements Attending court hearings including Directions Hearings, First Appointments and FDRs Ensuring full compliance with file management and regulatory standards Building and maintaining relationships with professional referrers and local organisations Supporting and mentoring junior colleagues Contributing to marketing and business development initiatives About You Qualified Family Solicitor with a minimum of 8 years' PQE Strong experience in divorce, financial disputes and nuptial agreements Familiarity with TOLATA claims, cohabitation agreements and declarations of trust (desirable) Hold a clean, valid practising certificate Professional, proactive and commercially aware Excellent drafting, analytical and organisational skills Confident in managing your own caseload and meeting deadlines Collaborative team player with strong client relationship skills The Opportunity Join a well-established and highly ranked Legal 500 team Work within a firm with a strong regional profile and loyal client base Genuine opportunity for progression for the right senior candidate Competitive salary commensurate with experience Comprehensive benefits package Realistic opportunities for long-term development and advancement This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious and commercially minded Family Solicitor to join a respected team where your expertise will be valued and your career progression supported. xehkeey For a confidential discussion and further details, please get in touch with Natalie Dwan at LJ Recruitment or apply today.
Location:
Leeds
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Legal

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