Family Associate in Bristol

Family Associate

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Location: Bristol – flexible hybrid
Salary: £80-95,000+ DOE

OVERVIEW
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. xiskglj
– 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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