Family and Childcare Solicitor Director in Birmingham

Family & Childcare Solicitor Director (x2) - Birmingham

Department Background

The Family department is rated by The Legal 500 UK and Chambers & Partners UK for its family and matrimonial work, providing high‑quality confidential advice and representation on divorce, child protection, adoption, child abduction, property disputes, pensions, freezing injunctions and other complex family matters.

Main Responsibilities of the Role

• Report directly to and collaborate with the Board to ensure performance targets are met.
• Manage and oversee complex family matters.
• Be responsible for all aspects of family work including divorce, financial disputes, remedies, and international child abduction/adoption matters; provide technical expertise and guidance to other team members.
• Manage and supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors, and Caseworkers, allocating appropriate caseload types and complexities.
• Assist with delivery of training and development within the department.
• Handle a variety of family law matters and undertake personal advocacy where required.
• Maintain a professional, proactive approach, strong client‑care skills, and contribute to business development and marketing.

Key Skills Required

• 3+ Years PQE.
• Clean, valid Practicing Certificate at the time of application.
• Experienced Family Law Solicitor with a proven track record in complex and sensitive child abduction cases.
• Strong management skills.
• Committed team player, fostering a positive culture and encouraging cross‑referrals.
• Previous supervisory experience and ability to meet key performance indicators.
• Pro‑active professional with excellent client‑care skills and competence in handling vulnerable client matters.
• Excellent networking, communication, and business‑development skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of publicly funded family law and ability to manage privately funded cases effectively.
• Excellent advocacy skills.
• Excellent IT skills – familiarity with Microsoft Office applications and document management.

Accreditations Required

• Law Society Family Law Panel (Advanced), including the Child Abduction and Wardship component.
• Resolution Accredited Specialist.
• International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) accredited panel.

Additional Desirable Experience

• Prior experience handling complex child abduction or wardship cases.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication and client‑handling skills.
• Active professional development in family law.

Equal Opportunities

Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. The Company strives to ensure that our workforce reflects the diversity of the communities we serve.

EEO Statement

We guarantee an interview for candidates who disclose a disability and meet the essential requirements for the post.