Family Solicitor - £35,000 - £50,000 A Year
Talent Finder · Bedford, England ·
Job Description Family Solicitor Luton, Bedfordshire Full Time | £35,000 £50,000 per annum (DOE) Also open to Consultant / Fee-Share basis Our client is a well-established family law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, client-focused legal services.
Their team of specialist solicitors works across a range of family law matters, including domestic abuse, children law, and complex financial disputes. They are now seeking a Family Solicitor (NQ3 PQE) to join their Luton office.
The firm is open to both traditional employed roles and consultant / fee-share arrangements, depending on the candidates experience and preference. Role Overview You will manage a varied caseload of family law matters, including both Legal Aid and private work.
Matters include: Divorce and Financial Remedy Proceedings Private and Public Children Law cases Domestic abuse matters and emergency injunctions Cohabitation disputes and TOLATA claims Schedule 1 Children Act applications Pre-nuptial agreements and related family matters Requirements Essential Candidates must demonstrate: NQ3 years PQE in Family Law Strong working knowledge of Legal Aid processes, including eligibility assessments and applications Experience handling family law casework (public and/or private) Ability to manage a caseload independently with appropriate supervision where needed Strong drafting, advocacy preparation, and client care skills Excellent communication and organisational skills Competence using case management systems and general IT tools Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, client-focused environment Professional, reliable, and able to meet deadlines consistently Desirable The following are advantageous but not
essential
Experience with both Legal Aid and private fee-paying work Existing client following or portable work Previous experience assisting senior solicitors on complex or high-value matters Exposure to billing and private client financial processes Broader experience across multiple areas of family law (e.G.
TOLATA, Schedule 1, injunction work) Prior experience in a busy high-volume family law practice Familiarity with working in lean, fast-paced legal environments Working Arrangement