Family Law Solicitor
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Job Summary
Job Description
Family Law Solicitor Public Family Team (3-4 PQE)
Salary:
Location: Luton Area Hybrid Working
About This Opportunity
Join our clients respected Public Family team and make a real difference in families lives during their most challenging moments. This is an ideal role for an experienced family law solicitor seeking a supportive collaborative environment where your expertise is valued your caseload is manageable and your career progression is actively supported. Youll work on diverse meaningful cases with genuine autonomy backed by a team that prioritises both client outcomes and your professional development.
The Role
As a Family Law Solicitor you will:
- Manage a diverse caseloadof public family law matters including child protection care proceedings and family support cases
- Provide expert legal adviceto clients on their rights options and realistic outcomes
- Prepare and file court documentation including statements applications and evidence bundles
- Represent clientsin court proceedings and attend case conferences with local authorities and other parties
- Conduct client consultationswith sensitivity and professionalism often in emotionally charged circumstances
- Liaise with courts social services and other professionalsto progress cases efficiently
- Maintain detailed case recordsand ensure compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements
- Contribute to team knowledge by sharing expertise and supporting junior colleagues
About You
Essential Requirements:
- 34 years Post-Qualification Experience (PQE)in family law ideally with public family law experience
- Current or pending Legal Services Board (LSB) Panel membership(or demonstrable commitment to obtaining Panel status)
- Strong knowledgeof family law procedure evidence and child protection frameworks
- Excellent written and oral communicationskills with the ability to explain complex legal concepts clearly
- Emotional intelligence and resilience ability to work sensitively with vulnerable clients and challenging situations
- Proficiencywith legal case management systems and Microsoft Office
- Current practising certificatein good standing
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with alternative dispute resolution (ADR) or mediation in family matters
- Knowledge of child safeguarding and local authority procedures
- Track record of positive client feedback and case outcomes
- Interest in continuing professional development within family law
Whats on Offer
Our client provides a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and career growth:
- Competitive salary: (depending on experience and Panel status)
- Hybrid working: 3 days in office (Luton) 2 days remote flexibility to balance office collaboration with focused work
- Generous annual leave: 25 days plus bank holidays
- Pension scheme: Employer contribution (up to 5%)
- Professional development: CPD training budget support for Panel membership costs specialist family law training
- Health and wellbeing: Private health insurance employee assistance programme (EAP) counselling support
- Flexible benefits: Childcare vouchers cycle-to-work scheme season ticket loans
- Career progression: Clear pathway to senior associate and partnership opportunities
- Supportive culture: Collaborative team environment with genuine work-life balance and manageable caseloads
Location & Working Arrangements
Based in the Luton area Bedfordshire with a modern supportive office environment. Hybrid working arrangement (3 days on-site 2 days remote) allows you to balance court attendance and team collaboration with focused remote work. Excellent transport links and on-site parking available.
Next Steps
If you meet the above criteria and are passionate about delivering excellent outcomes for families wed love to hear from you.
Confidentiality Statement
This vacancy has been shared with us in confidence by our client. All applications will be treated with discretion and CVs will only be submitted to our client with your explicit written consent.
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Key Skills
- Legal Drafting
- Litigation
- Algebra
- Legal Counsel
- Mediation Experience
- Tribal Law
- Legal Research
- Telemarketing
- Training & Development
- Geometry
- Child Protective Services
- negotiation
