At a Glance
- Tasks: Advise high-net-worth clients on complex family law matters and manage sophisticated cases.
- Company: Renowned London law firm with a top-tier private family team.
- Benefits: Genuine career progression, collaborative culture, and exposure to high-quality work.
- Other info: Deadline for applications is 7th August 2026; confidential conversations welcome.
- Why this job: Join an award-winning team and make a real impact in family law.
- Qualifications: 2+ years PQE in family law with strong experience in finance and children matters.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
I'm working with a highly regarded London law firm looking to appoint a Family Associate (2+PQE) into its award-winning private family team.
The Firm
Renowned for its heritage and expertise, this firm provides top-tier legal services across private client, real estate, family, and corporate law. The Private Client team is particularly recognised for delivering bespoke solutions on matters such as wills, trusts, tax planning, and estate administration.
The Role
This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer with experience advising high-net-worth individuals on complex family matters, including financial remedy, private children and cross-border children cases. The role offers exposure to sophisticated work alongside recognised specialists, with plenty of client contact and responsibility from the outset.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Minimum 2 or 3+ years' PQE in family law (no upper limit)
- Strong experience across both finance and children matters
- Experience managing contested proceedings and complex cases
- Excellent drafting, client care and communication skills
- A commercial mindset and an interest in business development
You’ll be joining a collaborative, high-performing team with an outstanding reputation in the private client market, offering high-quality work, genuine career progression and a supportive culture.
The deadline for submitting applications for this role is Friday 7th August 2026.
If you’re considering a move, or know someone who could be a good fit, I’d be happy to have a confidential conversation.
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