Locum Family Solicitor

Company: Birchrose Associates
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Location: East Sussex
Job Description:

Birchrose Associates is working with a well-established and highly regarded law firm, in the search for a Fully Remote Locum Family Solicitor to join their team in East Anglia on an immediate basis.

The Firm

Our client is a respected regional law firm with a strong reputation across the area. Their Family department advises clients on a broad range of children matters and is supported by an experienced and collaborative team.

The Opportunity

The successful Family Locum will provide support during a 3 Month period. Duties will include:

  • Managing a caseload of Private Children matters
  • Handling Domestic Abuse cases
  • Managing Legal Aid
  • Liaising with clients, counsel, and third parties
  • Progressing matters efficiently while maintaining excellent levels of client care
  • Working independently while collaborating closely with the wider Family team
  • Assisting the department in ensuring continuity of service
  • The firm instructs Counsel to undertake advocacy, therefore there is no requirement for the successful locum to conduct advocacy work

This role is based in East Anglia and can be undertaken on a fully remote basis. Hybrid working is also available if preferred.

Requirements

  • Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive or experienced Family Locum
  • Legal Aid/Public Children experience is essential
  • Available to commence at short notice

Vacancy Highlights

  • Immediate start available
  • Initial 3-month assignment with likely extension
  • Fully remote working available
  • Flexible working pattern
  • Support provided by paralegal team
  • Competitive rate

To be considered for this Children’s Family Locum opportunity, please contact Birchrose Associates for a confidential discussion.

Posted: July 1st, 2026