Experienced Family Law Solicitor

1 month ago


Bridgwater, Somerset, United Kingdom Elite Touch Group Full time
Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced Family Law Solicitor to join our dynamic legal aid practice in Bridgwater. The successful candidate will be working with the Head of our Family Department, providing expert representation and advice to clients.

Main Responsibilities:
  1. Report directly to the Department Director/Head of Family, building and managing a caseload of Child Care and Legal Aid work.
  2. Undertake client care, provide expert representation and advice, and undertake your own advocacy in public and private children cases.
  3. Assist in managing and supervising Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors, and Paralegals.
  4. Deliver training and development in the department, providing technical expertise and guidance to team members.
Key Skills and Qualifications:
  1. Must have a clean, valid Practising Certificate and at least 5 years PQE.
  2. Meet the Legal Aid Agency Supervisor Standard for public law children and have significant experience acting for clients in public/private children law matters.
  3. Strong management skills and previous proven supervisory experience.
  4. Professional with excellent client care skills and ability to deal with vulnerable clients and resolve complicated practicalities involved in childcare issues.
  5. Excellent networking and communication skills, with the ability to market the Company and generate new business.
Benefits:
  • A competitive salary of up to £60,000 (DOE).
  • A supportive team environment.
  • Excellent progression opportunities.
  • Generous holiday entitlement and bonus scheme.
  • Flexible/hybrid working options.
  • A positive friendly working environment.


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