Family Law Solicitor (NQ3 PQE)

Family Law Solicitor (NQ3 PQE) Location: Birmingham Working Hours: 9:00 am 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday (Office-based) Salary: £31,000£38,000 per annum (Negotiable depending on experience) Our client is a well-established law firm based in Birmingham.

The following information provides an overview of the skills, qualities, and qualifications needed for this role.

From their central location, they work with personal and business clients across the UK and are recognised regionally and nationally for their commitment to the provision of legal services.

They pride themselves on combining legal expertise with a down-to-earth and approachable team that is passionate about customer service as well as law.

They are specialists in family law and property law, with experience across a wide range of private client matters.

They are seeking a driven and experienced Family Law Solicitor to join their busy and expanding team.

The Role Managing a caseload of private family law matters, including Private Law Children Act matters, divorce and finances from instruction through to conclusion Advising clients on matrimonial and children matters as well as injunctions Drafting legal documents, including applications, witness statements, etc.

Preparing court bundles and attending hearings independently where required Liaising with clients, counsel, the Court, and other parties Contributing to the ongoing development of the department Managing between 3040 files at any one time Working to billing targets of 3.5 x income Expected to conduct hearings independently as a qualified solicitor Court attendance is required a few times per month, depending on caseload Requirements Essential Newly qualified and/or 13 years PQE Family Law Solicitor Ability to manage a caseload without full-time supervision from day one Strong knowledge of matrimonial finance, private children and injunction matters Strong advocacy experience and ability to conduct hearings independently Strong drafting and client care skills Ability to manage a busy caseload independently Proactive and professional approach Desirable Preferably able to drive and a car owner.

Will be paid for court travel and mileage on the standard basis Whats in It For You Opportunity to progress your career within a growing firm (up to Senior Solicitor) Salary reviewed annually and increased based on targets Pension contribution (NEST scheme or opt out) 28 days annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays and office closure days Office closed during the Christmas period External courses to progress in the role Parking on site Single-stage interview process Whats next? Its easy! xwzovoh Click APPLY now! We cant wait to hear from you! Your data will be handled in line with GDPR.