At a Glance
- Tasks: Support clients through challenging family matters with clear, practical advice.
- Company: Compassionate and highly regarded law firm in Dorset.
- Benefits: Hybrid working, supportive team environment, and clear progression opportunities.
- Other info: Diverse and inclusive culture, encouraging applications from all backgrounds.
- Why this job: Make a genuine difference in clients' lives while developing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Solicitor or Associate with empathy and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Solicitor or Associate to join a compassionate and highly regarded team in Dorset. This role offers the chance to work on meaningful matters, supporting clients through some of the most challenging periods of their lives with clear, practical advice. The successful candidate will advise on a broad range of family issues, including divorce, financial arrangements, child‑related matters, and sensitive cases requiring a thoughtful and strategic approach. The team is known for delivering straightforward guidance, ensuring clients feel supported and confident at every stage.
- Varied caseload covering divorce, finances, children matters and domestic issues
- Opportunity to guide clients from initial enquiry through to resolution with clear, practical advice
- Supportive and collaborative team environment with strong regional presence
- Clear progression opportunities with scope to build long‑term client relationships
This role would suit a solicitor who combines technical ability with empathy and excellent communication skills, and who is motivated to make a genuine difference to clients while developing their career within a growing and respected practice.
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network to achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything else personal. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace.
Solicitor or Associate - Family - Bournemouth - Hybrid employer: Chadwick Nott
Chadwick Nott is an exceptional employer that prioritises both professional growth and a supportive work culture. As a Private Client Partner in Dorset, you will enjoy the autonomy to manage your own caseload while receiving mentorship opportunities to develop junior lawyers, all within a diverse and inclusive environment that values high-quality client service.
