Family Solicitor in Maidstone

GMP Recruitment Agency Limited are proud to partner a highly successful, fast growing Legal Firm who offer tailored services to clients in various areas of law. An excellent opportunity has arisen for an experienced and motivated Solicitor to join a well-established and highly regarded Care Department based in Bromsgrove. This role offers the opportunity to handle a varied and rewarding caseload of public and private children law matters, working closely with vulnerable clients and making a genuine difference to families and children's lives.

The successful candidate will join a supportive and collaborative team environment, undertaking a significant amount of advocacy while managing their own caseload of complex care proceedings from instruction through to conclusion.

• Managing a diverse caseload of public and private children law matters, including complex care proceedings.
• Representing parents, children, guardians, and other parties in care and family proceedings.
• Conducting a high level of advocacy, including attendance at Court hearings and contested matters.
• Providing clear, practical, and empathetic legal advice to clients throughout their matter.
• Preparing cases effectively, including drafting legal documents, witness statements, and Court applications.
• Working closely with clients, Counsel, experts, local authorities, and other stakeholders.
• Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements, regulatory obligations, and internal procedures.
• Managing deadlines effectively while maintaining exceptional standards of client care.
• Contributing positively to a supportive team culture and assisting with the continued development of the department.

• Qualified Solicitor with a minimum of 5 years' PQE.
• Significant experience handling both public and private children law matters.
• Strong advocacy skills with the confidence to represent clients at Court.
• Ability to manage a varied caseload independently while working collaboratively within a team.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and client care skills.
• Professional, approachable, and empathetic manner when dealing with vulnerable clients.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work effectively under pressure.

• Law Society Children Law Accreditation.
• Eligibility to meet Legal Aid Agency Supervisor requirements.
• Candidates actively working towards Children Panel Accreditation or Supervisor Status are also encouraged to apply.

• Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000 depending on experience.
• Contributory pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• High-quality work within an established and respected Care Department.
• Long-term career development opportunities.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Children Law Solicitor seeking a challenging and rewarding role within a well-regarded firm committed to delivering outstanding client care.

If the above role sounds perfect for you, or you require more information, please click apply. GMP Recruitment are recruiting for this role on behalf of their client and are acting as an Employment Agency.