At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage family law cases and provide compassionate legal support to clients.
- Company: Established legal practice in East London with a supportive team culture.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, ongoing training, pension, and a collaborative work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for professional growth in a dynamic and meaningful role.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Qualified solicitor with experience in family law and Legal Aid.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Family Solicitor – Legal Aid
Location
East London
Employment Type
Full-time, Permanent
Salary
Competitive, dependent on experience
Experience
Ideally 2+ years PQE, with strong relevant experience considered at other levels
Area of Law
Family Law / Legal Aid
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and committed
Family Solicitor to join a well-established legal practice in East London. The successful candidate will have solid experience handling family law matters, together with a strong understanding of
Legal Aid-funded work .
This is an excellent opportunity for a solicitor who is passionate about supporting individuals and families, while managing a varied caseload within a busy and supportive team.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage a caseload of privately funded and Legal Aid family matters from initial instruction through to conclusion.
- Advise clients on a range of family law issues, including children matters, domestic abuse, care proceedings and other publicly funded work, as appropriate.
- Conduct client consultations and provide clear, practical and sensitive legal advice.
- Prepare applications, statements, case summaries and other legal documentation.
- Represent clients at court hearings and attend conferences, negotiations and other appointments.
- Liaise effectively with barristers, counsel, courts, Cafcass, social services and other professionals.
- Maintain accurate and comprehensive case files and comply with relevant regulatory requirements.
- Manage Legal Aid applications, certificates, funding requirements and associated billing processes.
- Ensure cases are progressed efficiently and in accordance with relevant deadlines.
- Maintain high standards of client care and confidentiality.
- Contribute positively to the wider family department and support colleagues where required.
Essential Requirements
- Qualified solicitor in England and Wales.
- Demonstrable experience practising family law.
Practical experience of Legal Aid-funded family work.
- Strong knowledge of relevant family legislation, procedure and court processes.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong advocacy, negotiation and client-management abilities.
- Ability to manage a busy caseload independently and prioritise competing deadlines.
- A compassionate and professional approach when dealing with vulnerable clients.
- Strong organisational and file-management skills.
- Good IT skills and familiarity with case-management systems.
Desirable
- Experience with care proceedings and/or domestic abuse work.
- Experience working with vulnerable clients.
- Existing experience with the Legal Aid Agency and Legal Aid billing processes.
- Advocacy experience in the Family Court.
- Membership of relevant professional organisations.
- Experience working within a Legal Aid-focused or high-volume family department.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Supportive and collaborative working environment.
- Opportunity to develop your family law career.
- Varied and meaningful caseload.
- Ongoing training and professional development.
- Pension and other benefits.
- Convenient East London location.
- The Ideal Candidate
We are looking for someone who combines strong technical family law knowledge with genuine commitment to access to justice .
You will be confident dealing with clients, courts and other professionals, comfortable managing your own caseload, and able to work effectively under pressure.
Candidates with a strong Legal Aid background who are looking to progress their career within a supportive East London practice are particularly encouraged to apply.
How to Apply
Please submit your CV together with a covering letter outlining your relevant family law and Legal Aid experience. Applications will be treated confidentially.
Family Solicitor in London employer: A1 Personnel
A1 Personnel is an excellent employer that values professionalism and client-focused service, offering a supportive work culture in the heart of Witham. Employees benefit from ongoing training and development opportunities, ensuring personal and professional growth while being part of a dynamic team dedicated to delivering exceptional legal support. The company's commitment to employee well-being and a collaborative environment makes it a rewarding place to build a career in the legal sector.
