Family Solicitor

Family Solicitor - Leicester

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a specialist private Family Solicitor to join a highly regarded Legal 500 Family team in Leicester, known for its expertise, professionalism and personal approach to client care.

This role is ideal for a Solicitor with drive and enthusiasm who is keen to develop their career, build long-term client relationships and play an active role in the growth of a respected Family department.

The Role

• You'll work within an experienced and supportive team handling a broad range of private family law matters, with particular focus on financial remedy proceedings.
• Key responsibilities include:
• Advising and assisting clients while delivering a consistently high level of client care
• Managing client matters from initial instruction through to conclusion
• Preparing and reviewing legal documents ahead of hearings
• Managing client relationships, including billing and fee discussions
• Ensuring compliance with all file management and audit procedures
• Working collaboratively with colleagues to promote the firm's wider interests
• Complying with all legislative and regulatory requirements
• Updating and consulting with Senior Associates and Partners as required

About You

This opportunity would suit a Family Solicitor who has accrued at least 2 years' PQE in private matrimonial work and enjoys responsibility, problem solving and high quality client work.

You will

• Be confident handling family law matters and adapting to unfamiliar issues
• Use sound legal judgement while recognising when supervision is required
• Identify and apply relevant legal principles effectively
• Demonstrate attention to detail and a commitment to producing high quality work
• Be approachable and able to build strong relationships with clients and colleagues
• Show initiative, professionalism and a willingness to go the extra mile

Why Join?

• Join a highly respected Legal 500 Family law team with an excellent reputation
• Work on complex and meaningful private family law matters
• Enjoy genuine career development and progression opportunities
• Be part of a collaborative, supportive and client focused culture

If you're a Family Solicitor looking to take the next step in your career within a firm that values quality, teamwork and client care, this is an opportunity not to be missed.