Private Family Solicitor

Our client is an established Merseyside law firm, offering their wide range of legal services to businesses and individuals for over 70 years, and they currently have a fantastic opportunity for  NQ to 1 year PQE Private Family Solicitor to join their growing and ambitious Family law team in the city centre.   With the chance to develop your career and establish yourself as a key player in the department, they offer competitive salaries, opportunities for flexible working and an innovative and a supportive environment for committed legal professionals to progress. The successful candidate will have extensive knowledge in private family law, including divorce, finances, and private children matters. Enthusiasm, a positive attitude, and the ability to build lasting relationships with colleagues, clients, and other stakeholders are essential. Reporting to the Head of Department, main responsibilities of the position will include:   - Conducting initial consultations and client triage when required - Preparing Court applications and trial bundles - Ongoing case management - Providing advocacy at Court - Managing client relationships - Collaborating with the team to develop the department - Engaging in mediation and negotiation on contested matters - Supporting networking and business development efforts for contentious work - Reviewing and managing WIP and client financing for ongoing matters - Assisting the department in achieving fee targets on a monthly and annual basis - Attending team meetings and relevant training courses - Maintaining well-organised and properly updated files in line with firm policies This is a fantastic opportunity for a Family Solicitor looking to take the next step in their career within a reputable and forward-thinking law firm. Please get in touch with Justine on 0161 914 7357 for an informal discussion or send your current CV to j.forshaw@clayton-legal.co.uk