Family Solicitor

Description:

My client is seeking an experienced and motivated Family Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive to join their busy and well-established Family Department based at their Bishop Auckland office.

Key Responsibilities

Manage a varied caseload of family law matters, including:

• Divorce and financial remedy proceedings
• Children matters
• Domestic abuse cases
• Cohabitation disputes
• Adoption and other private family law matters
• Provide clear, practical, and empathetic legal advice to clients.
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, court applications, and agreements.
• Represent clients at court hearings, negotiations, and, where appropriate, mediation.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through excellent client care.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and other professionals, including barristers, mediators, counsellors, and external agencies.
• Keep up to date with developments in family law and maintain continuing professional development.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive status with a current practising certificate.
• At least 3 years' experience handling a family law caseload (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of family law and court procedures.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and client care skills.
• The ability to manage their own caseload with minimal supervision.
• Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Company pension.
• Staff events.
• Sick pay.
• Opportunities for career progression and professional development.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful