Family Solicitor

Family Solicitor Location: Preston A fantastic Legal 500 firm is seeking a talented Family Solicitor to join its thriving Private Family team. This is a standout opportunity to work within a highly collaborative and supportive environment, handling a diverse and high-quality caseload of privately funded family matters. Key Responsibilities • Managing a varied caseload of private family law matters, including divorce, financial settlements, private children disputes and domestic abuse cases • Representing clients in family court proceedings and hearings where appropriate • Providing clear, practical legal advice both verbally and in writing • Ensuring compliance with regulatory and internal procedures • Assisting with the ongoing development and improvement of team processes and services • Building and maintaining strong client relationships, while supporting business development initiatives About You • Qualified Family Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive with relevant family law practice rights (or equivalent) • Experience working within a private family law team • Strong background in handling divorce, financial matters, private children work, domestic abuse and related court proceedings • Working knowledge of Legal Aid • Excellent organisational skills and attention to detail • A professional, client-focused approach aligned with firm values Desirable: • Experience undertaking your own advocacy • Involvement in business development activities, including networking and client relationship building The Firm This well-regarded firm has a strong presence across the North of England and is recognised for delivering high-quality, practical legal services. The firm places a strong emphasis on collaboration, professional development and achieving positive outcomes for clients. Benefits • 33 days' annual leave (including bank holidays), increasing with service • Option to purchase additional leave (subject to terms) • Enhanced family-friendly policies, including maternity, paternity and adoption pay • Enhanced sick pay • Paid volunteer and celebration leave • Ongoing training and career progression opportunities • Profit share scheme • Staff discounts on legal services • Health and wellbeing support, including cashback plans and counselling services • Private healthcare • Retail and gym discounts • Regular social and firm-wide events If this opportunity aligns with your experience and career ambitions, we would be delighted to hear from you. #INDMALN