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Family Solicitor

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Douglas Scott

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Location:
United Kingdom, Manchester

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Category:
Legal

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Contract Type:
Not provided

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Salary:

32000.00 GBP / Year

Job Description:

Working alongside a team of accredited specialists, you’ll manage a varied and engaging caseload spanning a full spectrum of family law matters. Whether you're newly qualified or an experienced practitioner seeking a fresh platform, the role offers the flexibility to grow within a supportive and dynamic environment.

Job Responsibility:

  • Handling a diverse caseload including divorce, finances, children matters, and domestic abuse cases
  • Advising clients on both legal aid and privately funded matters
  • Representing clients at court and undertaking your own advocacy where appropriate
  • Supporting or leading on more specialised or niche areas of family law if applicable
  • Assisting with the development of junior colleagues and contributing to team initiatives
  • Playing an active role in business development, networking, and promoting the firm’s services

Requirements:

  • Minimum of 2 years’ experience in family law
  • Strong knowledge across core areas such as children matters, domestic abuse, divorce, and financial remedies
  • Panel membership or niche expertise (e.g. Child Abduction, International Family Law) is highly desirable
  • A client-focused approach with excellent communication and advocacy skills
  • A commercially aware and proactive mindset, with a genuine interest in business development
  • Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team
  • Experience working with both legal aid and private clients is advantageous

Nice to have:

Panel membership or niche expertise (e.g. Child Abduction, International Family Law)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
May 31, 2025

Employment Type:
Fulltime
Work Type:
Hybrid work
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