McKie Recruit are seeking an experienced Family Solicitor whom will be responsible for developing the Department and handling a caseload of privately funded family matters from instruction to completion.
Key tasks will include:
Managing your own caseload of family law matters including divorce and finances civil partnerships separation cohabitation and prenuptial agreements; Domestic abuse and Injunctions; Change of name child contact and child relocation.
Progressing your caseload in a manner to ensure that clients receive appropriate professional timely and pertinent legal advice with regular contact whilst managing their expectations.
Ensuring proper control of work in progress billing and cash collection.
Drafting and preparation of documents.
Networking and business development.
To undertake selfdevelopment and comply with relevant training requirements by the Law Society/CILEX and inhouse training when required.
Undertaking other duties reasonably required by partners or senior management.
Requirements
Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive.
At least 4 years PQE.
Experience of handling a caseload of family law matters including divorce children mediation financial matters collaborative law and domestic violence.
Excellent organisational and analytical skills.
Have proven IT skills and ability to adapt new technology.
Excellent communication skills including oral and written presentation skills.
The ability to provide a high level of client care.
Advocacy experience.
Member of Resolution.
Experience in Legal Aid work.
Experience in Wills and Probate.
Proficient with Proclaim Case Management although training will be provided.
Benefits
Competitive salary and package (Dependent upon experience).
Hybrid/Flexible Working Arrangements
Fantastic Career Prospects
Professional development opportunities and support for continuing legal education.
Positive and inclusive work environment.
We are an equal opportunities recruiter committed to ensuring an inclusive and supportive recruitment process. We embrace and promote diversity as we understand the importance and value of this both for us and our clients.
Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive. At least 4 years PQE. Experience of handling a caseload of family law matters including divorce, children, mediation, financial matters, collaborative law and domestic violence. Excellent organisational and analytical skills. Have proven IT skills and ability to adapt new technology. Excellent communication skills including oral and written presentation skills. The ability to provide a high level of client care. Advocacy experience. Member of Resolution. Experience in Legal Aid work. Experience in Wills and Probate. Proficient with Proclaim Case Management, although training will be provided.