Family Law Solicitor

1 - 5 PQE

Salary: £45,000 - £80,000 (DOE)

Eclectic Recruitment is working on a variety of Family Law vacancies across the Berkshire area, with opportunities for Solicitors with 1–5 years' PQE to join well-regarded firms offering a range of private and public family law work.

These opportunities offer an excellent chance to join established and growing Family teams, advising a diverse client base across a broad spectrum of family law matters. Whether your experience lies within privately funded work, public law proceedings or a combination of both, we are keen to speak with Solicitors looking for their next career move.

With a range of opportunities available, these roles offer the chance to develop your expertise, take on greater responsibility and progress your career within supportive and collaborative legal environments.

The Role

Working closely with experienced Partners and colleagues, the successful candidates will advise on a broad range of family law matters, which may include:

• Divorce and separation
• Financial remedy proceedings and ancillary relief
• Private children matters, including child arrangements and disputes concerning parental responsibility
• Public children law proceedings, including care proceedings and cases involving local authorities
• Domestic abuse matters, including non-molestation orders and occupation orders
• Cohabitation disputes and pre- and post-nuptial agreements
• Advising clients throughout court proceedings, negotiations and alternative dispute resolution
• The roles will involve managing a varied caseload, providing clear and empathetic legal advice, preparing court documents, negotiating settlements and representing clients throughout the legal process.

The Candidate

• 1–5 years' PQE gained within a recognised Family law practice
• Experience in private family law, public family law or both
• Strong knowledge of relevant family law legislation and procedures
• Excellent communication, drafting, negotiation and advocacy skills
• The ability to manage a caseload effectively and work to deadlines
• A client-focused approach, with the ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy
• A proactive attitude and genuine enthusiasm for developing within a Family team

For a confidential discussion, please contact Harry at Eclectic Recruitment.

We endeavour to reply to every candidate, every time, but if you haven't heard back within 10 days please understand that you have unfortunately been unsuccessful for this position or the position has been filled. Please call the office or send an email to discuss other potential positions.