Family Solicitor

Coventry – £45,000 - £55,000

Family Solicitor - 3+ PQE | Private Family
Location: Coventry
Salary: £45k - £55K + lucrative bonus scheme
 
We are currently working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm who are looking to recruit an experienced Family Lawyer to join their team.
 
This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Solicitor or Legal Executive with a strong background in privately funded family work, who is looking to join a progressive firm offering quality work, excellent benefits and genuine opportunities for career development.
 
The Role
 
The successful candidate will manage a complex, solely privately funded caseload, advising clients across a broad range of family law matters, including:
  • Divorce and separation
  • Financial matters
  • Cohabitation disputes
  • Children Act matters
  • Family disputes
  • Court representation
You will work closely with clients throughout their matters, providing high-quality legal advice and maintaining strong professional relationships. A strong client-focused approach, together with a proven and consistent billing history, will be essential for this position.
 
About You
 
We are seeking a qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years' PQE who has:
  • Strong experience handling privately funded family matters
  • Excellent technical knowledge of family law
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • A strong focus on client care
  • High standards and attention to detail
  • The ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
  • A proactive and commercially minded approach
  • Experience representing clients at Court
The Benefits
The firm offers an attractive benefits package, including:
  • Lucrative bonus on fee income above target
  • Company sick pay
  • Death in Service scheme
  • Free parking
  • Supportive and friendly working environment
  • Continued professional development
  • High-quality private client work
About the Firm
Our client is a long-established, progressive law firm with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality legal services. With a sizeable team of experienced lawyers and support staff, the firm offers a collaborative and supportive environment while maintaining a strong focus on client service and professional standards.
 
 
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Chris Hodgson

Senior Recruitment Consultant
0121 272 7371

chris@douglas-scott.co.uk

Chris Hodgson is a Senior Recruitment Consultant at Douglas Scott Legal Recruitment, with over 9 years at the company. He joined the company in 2015 and works with clients across the Midlands, representing candidates ranging from qualified solicitors to legal support staff. Chris has also studied a Professional Marketing Course. Outside of work, Chris loves travelling and has participated in extreme activities like skydiving and bungee jumping in New Zealand.


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Job Spec:

  • Area of Law: Family Law
  • Type: Solicitor / FILEX
  • Salary: £45,000 - £55,000
  • Term: Permanent
  • Location: Coventry
  • Reference: 1369821