Family Solicitor

Family Solicitor (4+ PQE)/Legal Executive

Brighton & Hove, East Sussex (Hybrid Working)

Full-Time or Part-Time Flexible Hours

A leading, well-established Legal 500 and Chambers ranked family law practice is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor or Chartered Legal Executive (FCILEx) with 4+ years' PQE to join its growing Brighton-based team.

This is an excellent opportunity to work within a modern, progressive firm known for its high-quality privately funded work and strong reputation for client focused, resolution led family law.

The Role

You will manage your own caseload of high-quality private family law matters, including:

• Divorce and separation
• Financial remedy/ancillary relief
• Private children matters
• Civil partnerships and cohabitation disputes

You will have the autonomy to run your files while being supported by an experienced and collaborative team.

About You

• Qualified Solicitor or FCILEx with 4+ years' PQE in family law
• Strong experience handling privately funded caseloads
• Committed to constructive, resolution focused approaches (mediation experience advantageous)
• Resolution membership (desirable but not essential)
• Excellent client care and communication skills

What's on Offer?

• Hybrid and flexible working (genuine work life balance)
• High-quality, privately funded work (no legal aid)
• Supportive, forward thinking culture
• Modern systems and efficient processes
• Clear career progression opportunities
• Competitive salary and benefits package

Why Apply?

This role is ideal for a family lawyer looking to join a firm that prioritises:

• Quality over volume
• Collaborative and non confrontational approaches to family law
• A genuinely supportive and flexible working environment

Apply now to take the next step in your family law career in Brighton.