Family Law Fee Earner in Salisbury

My client is recruiting for an experienced Family Law Fee Earner to join their office in Salisbury or Chippenham, Wiltshire.

This is an opportunity to join a well established Family department, managing a varied caseload of private family matters. The role would suit a qualified Solicitor, CILEX professional or experienced Paralegal with a strong background in private family law.

The Role

• Managing a varied caseload of private family law matters.

• Providing clear, practical and effective legal advice to clients.

• Advising on separation, divorce, dissolution, arrangements for children and matrimonial finances.

• Advising on pre and post-marriage agreements and related matters.

• Supporting clients through sensitive and often complex family situations.

• Promoting Non-Court Dispute Resolution where appropriate.

• Drafting legal documents including Forms E, consent orders and divorce applications.

• Running court cases effectively and efficiently.

• Preparing, paginating and indexing court bundles in accordance with court rules and firm standards.

• Maintaining accurate and up to date case management records.

• Proactively identifying risks, resolving issues and progressing matters efficiently.

• Working collaboratively with colleagues, clients and professional contacts.

• Contributing to business development where appropriate.

The Candidate

• Be a qualified Solicitor, CILEX professional or experienced Paralegal.

• Have a minimum of around 3 years' experience in Family Law, with a strong background in private family matters.

• Have excellent technical, drafting and communication skills.

• Be able to provide clear, practical and objective legal advice.

• Have excellent client care skills and strong emotional intelligence.

• Be empathetic and confident when dealing with clients experiencing difficult or high stress situations.

• Have strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied caseload and competing deadlines.

• Be proactive, professional and committed to delivering a high standard of service.

• Demonstrate a willingness to develop their knowledge and continue learning.

• Be comfortable working both independently and as part of a specialist Family team.

Benefits

• Competitive salary.

• 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays, pro rata, increasing with length of service.

• Pension scheme.

• Health insurance.

• Hybrid working following probation.

• Ongoing training and professional development.

• Career development and progression opportunities.

• Supportive and collaborative working environment.

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal Recruitment Limited.

Please Note: Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly. If you have not heard from us within 3 working days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful.