Family Partner

This vibrant and well-established West End firm boasts an impressive heritage spanning four decades. Known for delivering top-tier legal services, they’ve built an exceptional reputation in the market, handling high-quality work for a prestigious and diverse client base. From affluent HNW individuals and OMBs to SMEs and some household-name brands, the firm’s client roster is as varied as it is impressive.

Recently, the firm has been at the forefront of several high-profile litigations, frequently going head-to-head with large City and US practices—proving their ability to punch well above their weight. With a strong international presence and as part of a global network of independent law firms, they are consistently involved in fascinating cross-border work that keeps their pipeline both varied and exciting.

Operating with 90 members of staff, this firm maintains a lean, dynamic structure free from the red tape and bureaucracy often found in larger firms. This agile approach means they can quickly seize market trends and opportunities, allowing them to reward and promote talent based on merit rather than rigid corporate frameworks. Many of the firm’s partners have risen through the ranks internally, demonstrating their strong commitment to nurturing and developing legal talent.

The firm is led by a strong and diverse leadership team, and with excellent financial health, they are gearing up for strategic growth over the next 24 months. This includes organic expansion in key areas and exciting succession planning initiatives. They are actively seeking the next generation of leaders—whether you’re a Senior Associate looking for a clear path to partnership or a salaried partner aiming for equity at a profitable and well-regarded firm.

With a pioneering approach to technology and a fully modernised infrastructure, this firm has been a leader in innovation since its inception. They embraced flexible and agile working long before it became a buzzword, fostering a supportive, forward-thinking environment where everyone is valued.

The firm’s culture is genuinely warm and collegial. They boast an incredibly low staff turnover rate, a testament to their inclusive and supportive work environment. With regular social events and a truly collaborative ethos, this is a place where you’ll thrive both personally and professionally.

If you’re seeking a role at a firm that offers high-quality work, exceptional career progression, and a supportive, vibrant culture, this is an opportunity not to be missed.

The role is a Family Partner succession planning role, based in the heart of the West End of London. The Family Department currently consists of a consultant; there was a partner in situ but for personal reasons they recently left the firm. As such, the firm is seeking to hire a new Family Partner. You will have autonomy to make the department your own and will be well supported by the wider partnership.

You will lead the department into the future, driving business and growth. This role could also be the perfect springboard to Equity for the right candidate. The caseload will be solely privately funded work, mainly divorce and finance but some private children. You will have a proven track record of developing new business. You should be a Family Solicitor with at least eight years PQE.

Salary and package is competitive and negotiable depending on your level of experience and background. Apply now for immediate consideration for this Family Partner role based with this well-known West End practice. Do feel free to call for a confidential conversation.