Family Solicitor - Walsh Employment : Job Details

Family Solicitor / Legal Executive

Location: Goole

Salary: £40-65K plus excellent benefits package.

Our client is a highly respected, award-winning law firm with offices across Lincolnshire, Yorkshire, and the East Midlands. With a strong community presence and a reputation for excellence, they provide legal services underpinned by professionalism, integrity, and a client-first ethos. The firm fosters a diverse and inclusive environment, offering real progression opportunities within a collaborative and values-driven workplace.

We are now seeking a Family Solicitor, Legal Executive or experienced Family Executive to join their team.

Key Requirements

We are looking for a qualified legal professional with a minimum of 1 year PQE and a confident, proactive approach to managing a caseload.

Must-have skills and experience:

• Qualified Family Solicitor or Legal Executive
• Experience across matrimonial matters, injunctions, and private children law
• Advocacy experience and confidence attending court
• Excellent time management, organisational and IT skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team culture
• Any Legal Aid experience would also be advantageous

Role & Responsibilities

You will be responsible for managing your own caseload of family matters, with a particular focus on private law children and injunctions. The successful candidate will have the autonomy to run files from instruction through to resolution while being part of a well-supported and collegiate legal team. Responsibilities include:

• Handling divorce, financial remedy, child arrangements, and injunction applications
• Providing high-quality legal advice and representation to clients
• Conducting advocacy in court where appropriate
• Managing Legal Aid cases (where applicable)
• Maintaining accurate file records and adhering to compliance requirements
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across departments

Benefits

Our client offers a comprehensive and rewarding benefits package which includes:

• 33 days’ annual leave, inclusive of bank holidays
• Employer pension contributions on full salary
• Life assurance
• Employee sickness allowance
• Ongoing training and career development opportunities
• Employee and client referral schemes
• Discounts on selected legal services
• Access to a wellbeing & employee assistance programme (EAP/Cash Plan), including cashback on healthcare bills, 24/7 GP appointments, and discounted gym memberships at over 3,000 locations
• Regular social events and activities via an active staff committee

This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor or Legal Executive looking to join a progressive firm that supports both personal and professional growth. If you are passionate about family law and delivering exceptional client care, we would love to hear from you.