Family Solicitor - Brandon James Ltd : Job Details

A leading boutique law firm based in London is looking to recruit an experienced Family Solicitor to join their well-regarded and growing team. The successful Family Solicitor will provide legal advice and representation across a wide spectrum of family law matters, including divorce, financial settlements, child arrangements, and domestic abuse cases.

With a reputation for excellence in both litigation and non-court dispute resolution (NCDR), this is a superb opportunity for a Family Solicitor seeking a position where emotional intelligence and technical expertise are equally valued. This firm is committed to delivering exceptional client care and high-quality legal services, and the incoming Family Solicitor will be key to maintaining and building upon that standard.

The appointed Family Solicitor will:

• Provide tailored legal advice to clients in all areas of family law.

• Assess case viability and funding, offering written cost estimates in line with firm protocols.

• Draft and negotiate pre-nuptial and post-nuptial agreements, divorce petitions, financial remedy orders, and child arrangement orders.

• Represent clients in court on matters involving divorce, custody, spousal support, and protective injunctions.

• Manage their own caseload, maintaining compliance with all regulatory and quality standards.

• Participate in business development activities, fostering new client relationships and supporting the team's growth.

• Supervise and mentor junior team members.

To be considered, the Family Solicitor will ideally have:

• A minimum of 10 years' PQE in family law.

• Resolution accreditation or other relevant professional recognition.

• Experience in NCDR, including qualifications in collaborative law or mediation (preferred).

• Strong advocacy and negotiation skills.

• An empathetic, client-focused approach and ability to handle sensitive matters.

• Solid understanding of SRA rules, family law statutes, and legal aid or alternative funding options.

• Familiarity with Lexcel or equivalent quality assurance standards.

• Existing caseload advantageous but not essential.

• £70,000 - £85,000

• Private Medical Insurance, Life Insurance & Income Protection

• Generous pension scheme

• Annual discretionary bonus

• Reduced gym membership & lifestyle discounts

• Season ticket loan

• 23 days holiday (rising to 28 with service) plus bank holidays and extra leave at Christmas

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