Job Description
JOB TITLE: Family Solicitor
PQE REQUIRED: 2+
LOCATION: Tyne & Wear
SALARY: Up to £60,000 (DOE)
THE ROLE:
You will join an established family department, taking responsibility for your own caseload across public and private family law matters. The role will involve advising and supporting clients through a range of family proceedings, providing clear and practical guidance while ensuring a high standard of client care. You will also undertake advocacy and representation, working closely with clients, counsel and external agencies throughout proceedings. You will be supported by an experienced secretarial team and colleagues within the department. The role is based primarily at the firm's head office, although you may also be required to attend appointments at its other offices in Tyne & Wear.
THE CANDIDATE:
The successful candidate will be a qualified Solicitor with at least 2 years' PQE and experience handling both public and private family law matters. You should be confident managing your own caseload and have experience undertaking advocacy and representing clients. Strong communication and client care skills are essential, together with the ability to build effective working relationships with clients, counsel and external agencies. You will be motivated, organised and keen to continue developing your expertise within family law.
THE FIRM:
You will be joining an established law firm with a supportive and forward thinking approach. The team offers an experienced working environment, with secretarial support and the opportunity to develop your career while handling a varied range of family matters.
HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on 0113 320 0575 / 0161 850 0745 or email teagan.portas@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.
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