Family Law Partner, Manchester Office

Manchester
A rare opportunity has arisen for an experienced Family Lawyer to build and lead a Family Law practice within a growing and entrepreneurial law firm.
This role offers genuine autonomy and the opportunity to shape the future of a department, supported by a well-established firm with a strong reputation, significant investment in business development and a clear commitment to growth.
The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

• Develop and grow a privately funded Family Law practice.
• Lead and mentor junior lawyers and support staff.
• Build and strengthen relationships with clients and professional referrers.
• Play a key role in the firm's strategic growth plans.
• Work closely with senior leadership on departmental development.
• Build a team around themselves as the department grows.

The Role
You will manage a broad range of privately funded Family Law matters, including:

• Divorce and separation.
• Financial remedy matters.
• High-net-worth financial cases.
• Private children matters.
• Cohabitation disputes.
• Pre and post-nuptial agreements.
• Complex relationship breakdown cases.
• Other privately funded Family Law matters.

Alongside fee-earning responsibilities, you will play a central role in developing the department's reputation, generating new work and expanding its presence throughout Manchester and the wider North West market.
The Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be:

• A qualified Solicitor with significant experience in privately funded Family Law.
• A Partner, Legal Director, Head of Family or ambitious Senior Associate seeking a genuine leadership opportunity.
• Commercially minded with a proven ability to develop work and build client relationships.
• Able to demonstrate strong technical expertise across a broad range of Family Law matters.
• Passionate about developing and mentoring junior lawyers.
• Entrepreneurial in their approach and excited by the opportunity to build and grow a practice.

An existing client following or established referrer network would be advantageous but is not essential for the right individual.
The Opportunity
This is a unique chance to join a forward-thinking and ambitious firm where you will be given the autonomy, support and resources required to build something truly successful.
The firm offers:

• Highly attractive remuneration package.
• Bonus structure.
• Genuine autonomy and influence.
• Marketing and business development support.
• Strong internal referral network.
• Excellent long-term career prospects.
• Modern and entrepreneurial culture.

If you are interested in discussing this opportunity further, please contact Daniel Travis atdaniel.travis@douglas-scott.co.uk or on 07451274902 for a confidential discussion.