Children Law Solicitor (x3) - Manchester

Duncan Lewis Solicitors (Ltd)

Law firm headquartered in the City of London.

Department Background

Child Care Department focuses on representing guardians, parents, and children in adoption, child protection, special guardianship, and family law matters.

Main Responsibilities of the Role

• Report directly to Department Director
• Provide technical expertise and guidance to team members for all aspects of Child Care work
• Manage and supervise Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers, balancing caseload types and complexities
• Assist with delivery of training and development within the department
• Handle public and private children cases including child abduction, child protection, special guardianship, and adoption matters, and undertake advocacy
• Demonstrate a professional, proactive approach with strong client care skills and contribute to business development and marketing efforts

Key Skills Required

• Minimum 3 years PQE as a solicitor (NQ)
• Extensive experience in all Family / Child Care related work
• Valid Practising Certificate at the time of applying
• Strong management skills
• Committed team player with fair concern for team culture and cross‑referrals
• Proven supervisory experience and performance‑based accountability
• Excellent client care and ability to handle vulnerable clients
• Strong networking and communication skills for marketing and business development
• Knowledge of publicly funded Child Care work and capability to service privately funded cases
• Advocacy experience an advantage
• Proficient IT skills with Microsoft Office and document management

What we offer

• Strong supportive team culture
• Clear progression opportunities
• Support for appropriate legal awards and recognition

Salary Structure – Outside London

• NQ: £40,000
• 1 Year PQE: £42,000
• 2 Years PQE: £43,500
• 3 Years PQE: £45,000

Children Law Accreditation Salary

• £52,000 p.a. outside London for new Children panel members upon accreditation

Equal Opportunities

Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity across its workforce. Candidates who disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post are guaranteed an interview. Please provide additional details in your covering letter if applicable.