Family Law Solicitor

I’m currently recruiting on behalf of a well-established Top 200 law firm with a rich history and reputation for excellence across Lincolnshire and the Midlands. This forward-thinking firm is now seeking a junior to mid-level Family Solicitor or Legal Executive to join their respected Family Department at their Stamford office.

The Role
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone in the early stages of their career (1–3 years PQE) to grow and develop in a nurturing, high-performing team. You’ll work closely with senior fee earners and partners while managing a varied caseload covering:

• Divorce and separation
• Financial proceedings following relationship breakdown
• Private law children matters
• Pre- and post-marital agreements
• Cohabitation and separation agreements

You’ll also play a part in business development and client relationship building, with support from a proactive marketing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality legal advice and service to clients
• Develop and manage your own caseload under supervision
• Assist senior solicitors and partners on more complex matters
• Contribute to marketing and business development efforts
• Stay up to date with changes in family law and related practice areas
• Ensure accurate and timely billing, file management, and time recording
• Maintain compliance with internal quality, risk and regulatory standards

Benefits Include

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Staff discount on legal services
• Life assurance (3x salary)
• Income protection cover
• Salary exchange pension scheme
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Person SpecificationEssential:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive (1–3 years PQE)
• Some experience in core family law areas
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to organise and prioritise a developing caseload
• Eagerness to learn and develop professionally within the family law field

Desirable:

• Experience of managing client matters independently
• Familiarity with legal aid or publicly funded work (not essential)
• Comfortable preparing legal documents independently
• Marketing and networking experience
• Strong IT skills and experience with case management systems

The Ideal Candidate
You’ll be someone who thrives in a collaborative team but is also keen to take ownership of your work. With strong attention to detail, empathy, and a client-focused mindset, you’ll be excited to build your expertise and contribute to the team’s continued success.