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For Companies Family Associate Location: Bristol – flexible hybridSalary: £80-95,000+ DOEOVERVIEW An exceptional opportunity has arisen for a skilled Family Associate to join a highly reputable regional law firm with a strong presence across the South West. The firm is ranked in the Legal500, well-regarded and known for its supportive, modern, and people-focused culture.You will be joining a specialist family team that handles a broad range of complex work, including both legally aided and privately funded matters. The firm champions flexibility, professional development, and great work-life balance.
RESPONSIBILITIES – Manage your own caseload of family law matters with a particular focus on Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse cases (including legal aid work).- Handle a varied caseload that may include divorce, separation, financial matters, cohabitation issues, and protective injunctions.- Conduct your own advocacy where appropriate.- Work closely with colleagues across the wider family and litigation departments.- Contribute to the ongoing development of the department through marketing, networking, and thought leadership.
ABOUT YOU – Qualified Solicitor, ideally 3-5 PQE+ (but all experienced candidates considered).- Experience in Private Law Children and Domestic Abuse matters is essential, including legal aid casework.- Wider experience across divorce, finances, and cohabitation disputes is desirable.- Advocacy experience welcomed but not essential.- Membership of Resolution or other relevant accreditation\’s an advantage.- Compassionate, client-focused, and confident in managing sensitive matters.- Keen to contribute to team growth and departmental development.
BENEFITS – Competitive salary- Hybrid working with excellent flexibility- 25 days\’ annual leave plus 1.5 days extra over the festive period- Ability to buy or sell up to 1 week of leave each year- Health Care Cash Plan – money back on optical, dental & alternative therapies- Life Assurance at 4x salary from day one- Pension scheme with matched contributions (salary sacrifice)- Enhanced family leave policies- Discretionary profit and performance-related bonus- Season ticket loan (up to £10,000)- Staff referral bonuses (including recruitment and client referrals)- Discounted conveyancing fees
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