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Job Description
Family Solicitor
Location: York City Centre
Salary: Extensive Benefits
Experience required: NQ-5 Years PQE
Join a prestigious Yorkshire law firm with over 200 years of legal excellence serving individuals and families throughout Yorkshire and beyond.
Our client a CQS-accredited firm with a strong reputation for sensitive and strategic family law support is seeking an ambitious Family Solicitor to provide compassionate legal guidance during challenging personal transitions.
About the Role
As a Family Solicitor youll manage a diverse range of family law matters offering expert legal advice and support to clients during sensitive and complex personal legal challenges.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Family Law Case Management:
- Handling various family law matters:
- Divorce and separation
- Child arrangements and custody
- Financial settlements
- Domestic violence proceedings
- Prenuptial and postnuptial agreements
- Cohabitation disputes
- Conducting comprehensive legal assessments
- Preparing detailed case strategies
- Drafting legal documentation
- Managing case progression and timelines
- Handling various family law matters:
- Client Support and Relationship Management:
- Providing empathetic and clear legal advice
- Maintaining sensitive client communication
- Managing client expectations
- Supporting clients through emotional legal processes
- Offering pragmatic dispute resolution solutions
- Dispute Resolution and Negotiation:
- Negotiating fair settlements
- Preparing for mediation and collaborative law
- Representing clients in court proceedings
- Advising on alternative dispute resolution methods
- Protecting childrens best interests
- Professional Development and Teamwork:
- Collaborating with colleagues across departments
- Supporting junior team members
- Participating in continuous learning
- Contributing to departmental strategy
- Maintaining high professional standards
What Were Looking For
Essential Requirements:
- Qualified Solicitor with:
- Newly Qualified (NQ) status or
- Up to 5 years post-qualification experience
- Strong academic background in family law
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
- Empathetic and supportive approach
- Ability to manage complex sensitive cases
- Proficiency in:
- Legal research
- Case preparation
- Negotiation
- Court proceedings
- Understanding of child welfare and protection
- Strong emotional intelligence
- Attention to detail and accuracy
Desirable:
- Additional family law qualifications
- Experience in complex family law cases
- Training in mediation or collaborative law
- Understanding of international family law
- Knowledge of child psychology and welfare
Exceptional Benefits Package
Financial Rewards:
- Competitive salary ( dependent on experience)
- Performance-related bonus potential
- Comprehensive pension scheme
Professional Development:
- Comprehensive induction programme
- Mentoring from experienced family law specialists
- Continuous learning opportunities
- Support for professional qualifications
- Clear career progression pathways
Firm Benefits:
- CQS-accredited firm
- Over 200 years of legal heritage
- Multiple office locations across Yorkshire
- Supportive collaborative working environment
- Opportunities for specialisation
Work-Life Balance:
- Flexible working arrangements
- Hybrid working options
- Generous annual leave
- Family-friendly policies
- Wellbeing support programmes
Location & Working Arrangements
Based: Modern York City Centre offices
Working Pattern: Full-time
Hybrid Working: Supported with flexible arrangements
About Our Client
Our client is a well-established Yorkshire law firm committed to delivering exceptional legal services with a personal touch. With over 200 years of legal expertise they serve individuals and families throughout Yorkshire and beyond.
Core Values:
- Compassionate legal support
- Client-focused approach
- Collaboration
- Continuous improvement
- Protecting family interests
Ready to Take the Next Step
If youre an ambitious Family Solicitor looking to start or develop your career in a supportive empathetic environment wed love to hear from you.
For a confidential discussion about this exciting opportunity please contact:
Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation
- Algebra
- Legal Counsel
- Mediation Experience
- Tribal Law
- Legal Research
- Telemarketing
- Training & Development
- Geometry
- Child Protective Services
- negotiation
