Family & Matrimonial Solicitor - Hybrid Working

Family & Matrimonial Solicitor Newtownards

We are currently working with a progressive and highly regarded Northern Ireland law firm that is seeking to appoint a Family & Matrimonial Solicitor (3+ PQE) to join its expanding specialist family law team based in County Down.

This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious solicitor to join a well-established practice with a strong reputation for high-quality private family law work across Northern Ireland, including complex matrimonial finance and children matters.

The Role

The successful candidate will handle a varied caseload of privately funded family and matrimonial matters, including:

• Separation and divorce
• Financial settlements and ancillary relief
• Children Order proceedings and custody disputes
• Domestic violence matters
• Civil partnership disputes
• Cohabitation, pre- and post-nuptial agreements
• Complex financial cases involving pensions, trusts, businesses, farms and inherited assets
• Collaborative settlements and negotiated resolutions
• Cases with cross-jurisdictional or international elements

The role offers exposure to high-quality and often complex work, with the opportunity to work alongside experienced specialists in this area.

Ideal Candidate

• Qualified Solicitor in Northern Ireland with 3+ years' PQE
• Strong experience in family and matrimonial law
• Ability to manage files independently from instruction to conclusion
• Excellent client care and interpersonal skills
• Strong advocacy and negotiation abilities
• Experience dealing with privately funded matters
• A sensitive, practical and commercially minded approach

Experience in complex financial remedy work and children matters would be particularly advantageous.

The Opportunity

• Join a respected and growing specialist family law team
• High-quality privately funded caseload
• Supportive and collaborative working environment
• Strong long-term career progression prospects
• Competitive salary and benefits package commensurate with experience
• Flexible and modern working culture

This opportunity would particularly suit a solicitor seeking to further develop their career within a progressive regional firm known for its specialist expertise and strong reputation in family and matrimonial law across Northern Ireland.