Family Solicitor-Fee Earner (1-5 years PQE)

Job Description

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Job Title: Family Solicitor / Fee Earner (1–5 PQE) | Location: Redcar, UK | Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience | Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent

nAbout the Rolen

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Family Solicitor or Fee Earner with 1–5 years' PQE to join our well-regarded family law team based in Redcar. The ideal candidate will hold the necessary accreditation to act as a Supervisor under a Family Legal Aid contract, and will be confident managing a mixed caseload of Public and Private Family Law matters, including Legal Aid work.

nResponsibilitiesn

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• Manage a varied caseload of family law matters, including:n
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  • Care proceedings

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  • Child arrangement orders

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  • Domestic violence injunctions

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  • Divorce and separation

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  • Financial remedies

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• Undertake Legal Aid funded work in line with contractual obligations.

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• Meet the compliance and supervisory standards required under the Family Legal Aid contract.

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• Represent clients in court and attend advocacy when required.

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• Supervise and support junior fee earners and paralegals where necessary.

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• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of family law, procedures, and Legal Aid guidelines.

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• Provide empathetic, clear, and professional legal advice to clients.

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nRequirementsn

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• Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent Fee Earner) with 1–5 years' post-qualification experience in family law.

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• Supervisor status for Family Legal Aid work is essential.

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• Experience in both Private and Public Law family matters, including Legal Aid funded cases.

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• Advocacy experience is desirable.

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• Excellent client care and communication skills.

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• Able to work independently and manage a busy caseload efficiently.

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nBenefitsn

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• Competitive salary based on experience

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• Supportive and experienced team environment

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• Career development and progression opportunities

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• Flexible working arrangements considered

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• Pension scheme

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