Private Family Solicitor

I am working with an expanding law firm in Bolton that is looking to recruit an experienced Private Family Solicitor to join its growing Family team.

This is a great opportunity for a Solicitor who enjoys a varied caseload, wants to take ownership of their work and is comfortable dealing with a mix of privately funded and Legal Aid matters.

The Role
You will manage your own caseload of family matters, working with a varied client base and handling cases from initial instruction through to conclusion.

Your work will include:

• Divorce and separation
• Financial remedy proceedings
• Private children matters
• Domestic abuse cases and injunction applications
• Legal Aid matters, including applications and ongoing case management

You will also have the opportunity to undertake your own advocacy and represent clients at court, so confidence in this area is important.

What this firm are looking for:

• Experience handling a varied Family caseload
• A good understanding of Legal Aid and experience using CCMS
• Strong communication and client care skills
• Good organisation and the ability to manage competing priorities
• A proactive approach and the confidence to work both independently and as part of a team

What's In It For You?

As well as a competitive salary, there's a really good benefits package on offer, including:

• 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays
• An additional day off for your birthday
• Increasing holiday entitlement with length of service
• Bonus scheme
• Staff discounts
• Ongoing training and development routes to support your progressive career

Why consider a move?

If you're an experienced Family Solicitor who enjoys a combination of privately funded and Legal Aid work, this could be an opportunity to take the next step in your career without losing the variety of work that makes family law interesting.

Please get in touch with Justine now for a chat on 0161 914 7357 or send your CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk