Family Partner
JMC Legal Recruitment · Poole, England ·
78000 - 100000 per annumPoole, DorsetPermanentFamily Partner | Poole, DorsetA well regarded regional law firm with deep roots across Dorset and the South West is looking for an experienced Family Solicitor at Partner level to step into a leadership role due to succession planning within their Poole team.
This is a genuine partnership opportunity: you'll run a substantial caseload of high-value divorce and financial cases, supervise a small team, and help shape the future of a family practice that's well-established and genuinely respected.
Modern offices in the heart of Poole, flexible working, and a firm that actually values its people. This is partnership done right: backed by a supportive firm culture, genuine investment in your team, and the autonomy to do the work your way.
The OpportunityYou'll step into a Partner role with real scope and influence: Run a full, high-quality caseload of general matrimonial and high-value financial casesLead a small team of lawyers and support staff with genuine supervisory responsibilityBuild the practice through networking, client development, and promoting the Poole officeAdvocate in court on substantial, complex family mattersWork from modern, well-equipped offices in the heart of Poole with one day remote working per weekOccasional travel to other offices for client meetings, court hearings, and network eventsYou'll have the backing of an established firm, the autonomy of partnership, and the support of a genuinely collaborative culture.
YouExperienced Family Solicitor with extensive knowledge across family lawStrong expertise in high-value divorce and financial mattersProven advocacy skills with genuine experience attending court hearingsSupervisory experience managing lawyers and support staffConfident business developer able to grow and promote the practiceArticulate, resilient, detail-focused with high professional integrityLocal area knowledge of Dorset/Somerset idealIdeally resident within one hour's commuting distance of PooleWhat's On OfferSalaried Partner role with negotiable salary dependent on experience and expertise26 days holiday plus bank holidays Comprehensive
benefits package
Contributory pension schemeLife assuranceHealth cash planPerformance bonus schemeHoliday buy and sell schemeLead a team and shape practice directionPartnership role within an inclusive, supportive firm cultureClear pathway to grow your professional reputation and influenceWhy This WorksThis firm is one of the most recognised in the Dorset area, they've built that reputation through quality work, genuine client relationships, and investment in their people.
This isn't a struggling practice needing rescue. It's an established, respected firm looking to strengthen its family offering. Partnership here means genuine leadership, not just a title. You'll supervise a small team, develop your practice, and contribute to the firm's strategic direction.
The culture promotes professional and personal development, genuine support, and collaboration. If you're ready for Partnership with proper backing, a team around you, and a firm that values both professional excellence and actual work-life balance, this is it. Apply now for a confidential conversation.