Family Solicitor

215302178

£55,000 - £70,000 Per Annum

Full Time

Permanent

Dorset, Dorset

Legal

Posted 11 hours ago

Expires In 29 Days

Job Description

Family Solicitor, 6+ PQE, Dorset, £55,000-£70,000 (DOE) –
A respected and expanding law firm based in Dorset is looking to recruit an experienced Family Solicitor to join its dedicated team. This role offers the opportunity to work in a supportive and collaborative setting, handling a varied caseload that includes divorce and separation, financial remedies, child arrangements and domestic abuse matters. To apply or to register your interest, please contact Samantha on 0121 454 1004 or email Samantha.Ward@enllegal.co.uk with your CV. Job Reference: 215302178

THE ROLE:
  • Manage a varied caseload of family law matters from initial client instruction through to successful resolution.
  • Provide expert advice across the full spectrum of family law including divorce and separation, child arrangements and parental responsibility issues, cohabitation disputes and agreements and pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements.
  • Domestic abuse matters and applications for protective injunctions.
  • Advocate on behalf of clients in court hearings, negotiations and alternative dispute resolution processes.
  • Support and mentor junior team members, sharing knowledge and contributing to the department’s growth and development.
THE CANDIDATE:
  • You will be a qualified Solicitor with approximately 6+ years’ PQE as a Family Solicitor.
  • The ideal candidate will have a strong background in divorce, finance and private children work.
  • Excellent technical ability, communication and client care skills with the ability to demonstrate empathy, professionalism and emotional intelligence.
THE FIRM:
  • A well-regarded law firm with a strong client base across the South-West and beyond.
  • Known for delivering exceptional client care and maintaining a reputation for quality, professionalism and trust.
  • Offers a supportive and collaborative working environment that combines high standards with a personable, client-focused approach.
THE PACKAGE:
  • Highly competitive salary.
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity pay.
  • Generous bonus scheme.
  • Flexible/remote working options.
HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Samantha Ward at eNL on 0121 454 1004 or email Samantha.Ward@enllegal.co.uk with your CV or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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