Private Law Solicitor – Family Department

My client is seeking an experienced and motivated Private Law Solicitor to join their busy and supportive Family Department office based in Bolton. Key Responsibilities • Manage your own caseload of private family law matters from instruction through to conclusion. • Handle a varied caseload including divorce, financial remedy, private children matters and domestic abuse cases. • Undertake a mix of Legal Aid and privately funded family work. • Use the Client and Cost Management System (CCMS) and apply Legal Aid eligibility criteria appropriately. • Undertake advocacy where appropriate. • Maintain high standards of client care and legal practice. • Work independently while contributing positively to a supportive team environment. About You • Experience in private family law. • Experience managing a mixed caseload of Legal Aid and privately funded matters. • A good working knowledge of CCMS and Legal Aid processes. • Confidence undertaking your own advocacy. • Excellent organisational and time management skills. What We Offer • Competitive salary. • Pension scheme. • Attendance bonus. • 25 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, with additional annual leave accrued after two years' service. • Birthday leave. • Life insurance (2x annual salary). • Long service awards. • Paid car parking. Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment. Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful