The Family Solicitor role in Stafford offers a competitive salary and is ideal for a qualified solicitor with a strong background in family law. This position involves managing a varied caseload and providing expert advice on matters such as private law children issues, divorce, financial settlements, and domestic violence cases.
Job Responsibilities:
- Managing a caseload independently, covering family law areas including divorce, financial settlements, children matters, cohabitation disputes, and domestic violence.
- Handling complex, time-sensitive cases and conducting legal research.
- Engaging in advocacy, networking, and business development, and converting new enquiries to instructions.
- Occasionally assisting the Director with specific tasks and cases.
Job Qualifications and Skills:
- Qualified solicitor (3-5+ years PQE desirable), though equivalent qualifications (CILEX, CLC) are also considered.
- Experience in managing a privately funded family law caseload, with a strong grasp of family law principles.
- High-level written and verbal communication skills, with attention to speed, accuracy, and client service.
- Commercially astute and confident in business development, with a track record of bringing in new work.
- Strong IT skills and the ability to work methodically, accurately, and flexibly.
Benefits: The role provides an attractive benefits package, including a pension scheme, health cash plan, employee referral bonus, up to 33 days of paid leave, and a Christmas shutdown.
This role suits a driven family solicitor with a client-focused approach, excellent organisational skills, and a proactive attitude toward networking and business development.
If you would be interested in knowing more about this Stafford based Family Solicitor role, please contact Jenny Vickerstaff on or email