Family Solicitor – Plymouth – 2+ Years PQE
Location: Plymouth (with opportunities for remote working)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 to £65,000 (dependent on experience)
A well established and growing law firm is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join its specialist Family team in Plymouth. Following a period of significant expansion and with ambitious plans for further growth, this is an excellent opportunity to develop your career within a supportive, collaborative and client focused environment.
The Role
You’ll manage your own varied caseload from initial instruction through to conclusion, including:
- Divorce and separation matters
- Financial remedy work, including complex asset division
- Private law children matters and parental responsibility issues
- Cohabitation disputes and agreements
- Pre nuptial and post nuptial agreements
- Domestic abuse matters and protective injunctions
You’ll provide strategic, compassionate and outcome focused advice, balancing technical expertise with emotional intelligence. The role requires confidence in handling complex financial cases involving business interests, pensions and property portfolios. Experience representing clients at court hearings is essential, and strong negotiation skills and familiarity with ADR processes are highly valued.
Candidate Requirements
- 2+ years PQE in family law
- Experience in divorce, finances and private law children matters
- Strong advocacy skills and experience representing clients in court
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Confidence managing a busy and varied caseload independently
- A sensitive, empathetic and client centred approach
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to team development
Benefits
- A close knit, supportive and highly collaborative team culture
- Opportunities for remote working
- High quality, varied and meaningful family law work
- Clear pathways for professional development and progression
- A strong focus on client service and team wellbeing
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
The firm is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates. Adjustments to the recruitment process can be made to support individual needs.
Job Tenure: Permanent and Full-Time
Salary: £50000 – £65000 per annum
Location: Plymouth, Devon
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Family Solicitor – Plymouth – 2+ Years PQE – Plymouth employer: Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd
Chadwick Nott offers an exceptional opportunity for self-employed Private Client Lawyers in Bath, providing a supportive environment that values autonomy and client care. With a focus on professional growth, you will have the chance to manage your own caseload while benefiting from a fee-share earnings model, all within a traditional high street firm known for its commitment to excellence and community engagement.
Contact Details:
Ruth Wagstaff Recruitment Ltd Recruitment Team
