At a Glance
- Tasks: Manage family law cases and guide a supportive team of solicitors and trainees.
- Company: Duncan Lewis, a diverse and inclusive law firm with a strong reputation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, career progression, and support for professional development.
- Other info: Join a supportive environment with guaranteed interviews for candidates with disabilities.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in people's lives while advancing your legal career.
- Qualifications: Valid Practising Certificate and experience in family law required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 52000 £ per year.
Main Responsibilities of the Role
- Report directly to the Department Director.
- Manage all aspects of Family law work, providing technical expertise and guidance to other team members.
- Supervise Solicitors, Trainee Solicitors and Caseworkers, assigning appropriate caseload types and complexities.
- Deliver training and development within the department.
- Handle a range of public and private Family/Children cases including child abduction, child protection, special guardianship, adoption matters and provide advocacy.
- Maintain a professional, proactive client care approach and support business development and marketing activities.
Key Skills Required
- Valid Practising Certificate and registration with the Law Society.
- Accredited Family Solicitor on the Family Law Panel (preferred) with Abduction Panel accreditation (desirable).
- Proven supervisory experience and ability to meet key performance indicators.
- Excellent client care skills, particularly with vulnerable clients.
- Strong networking, communication, and business development abilities.
- Knowledge of publicly funded Family/Child Care work and capability to handle privately funded cases.
- Experience in advocacy is an advantage.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and document management systems.
What We Offer
- A supportive team environment.
- Strong career progression with support for legal awards and professional recognition.
Salary Structure
- Salary (Non-Accredited) (London) (Outside London)
- NQ £42,500 £40,000
- 1 Year PQE £44,000 £42,000
- 2 Years PQE £45,500 £43,500
Law Society Accreditation/Resolution Support
The Company will cover costs of mandatory training (£1,100), re-accreditations (£618 for Children Law every 3 years, £556 for Family Law every 5 years). Total approximate cost to progress to the Family panel: £1,700.
Family Law Panel Member / Accreditation Salary + Supervision Bonus
Base salary of £52,000 in London and within the M25 upon panel accreditation. Supervision bonus payable after panel membership is attained. Structure: London £8,000 per annum; Outside London £7,400 per annum.
Equal Opportunities
Duncan Lewis is committed to Equal Opportunities and embraces diversity of its staff. We guarantee an interview for candidates with a disability who meet the essential requirements of the role.
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Duncan Lewis is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive team environment that prioritises professional development and career progression for Family Law Solicitors. With a commitment to equal opportunities and diversity, employees benefit from comprehensive training support, competitive salaries, and the chance to work on meaningful cases that make a real difference in clients' lives, all within vibrant locations like Birmingham, Milton Keynes, and Luton.
