Family Solicitor-Fee Earner (1-5 years PQE)
Family Solicitor-Fee Earner (1-5 years PQE)
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Job Description
Job Title: Family Solicitor / Fee Earner (15 PQE)
Location: Redcar UK
Salary: Competitive dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-Time Permanent
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Family Solicitor or Fee Earner with 15 years PQE to join our well-regarded family law team based in Redcar. The ideal candidate will hold the necessary accreditation to act as a Supervisor under a Family Legal Aid contract and will be confident managing a mixed caseload of Public and Private Family Law matters including Legal Aid work.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a varied caseload of family law matters including:
- Care proceedings
- Child arrangement orders
- Domestic violence injunctions
- Divorce and separation
- Financial remedies
- Undertake Legal Aid funded work in line with contractual obligations.
- Meet the compliance and supervisory standards required under the Family Legal Aid contract.
- Represent clients in court and attend advocacy when required.
- Supervise and support junior fee earners and paralegals where necessary.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of family law procedures and Legal Aid guidelines.
- Provide empathetic clear and professional legal advice to clients.
Requirements
- Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent Fee Earner) with 15 years post-qualification experience in family law.
- Supervisor status for Family Legal Aid work is essential.
- Experience in both Private and Public Law family matters including Legal Aid funded cases.
- Advocacy experience is desirable.
- Excellent client care and communication skills.
- Able to work independently and manage a busy caseload efficiently.
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience
- Supportive and experienced team environment
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Flexible working arrangements considered
- Pension scheme
Employment Type
Full-Time
