An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Lawyer to join the busy and well‑established Family Department of our client, a respected Devon law firm based in Exeter.
Our client has built a strong reputation for providing approachable, client‑focused legal services together with maintaining a supportive and collaborative working culture internally. The firm places significant emphasis on exceptional client care and is keen to attract bright, enthusiastic and commercially minded lawyers who enjoy working as part of a team environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for somebody looking to develop or further their career within family law whilst benefiting from strong long‑term progression prospects, quality work and a positive working culture.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of private family law matters including:
- Divorce and separation
- Civil partnership matters
- Cohabitation disputes
- Financial remedy matters
- Private children matters
- General relationship breakdown advice
The role will involve managing day‑to‑day files independently whilst building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contacts and referrers. Candidates will also be encouraged to play an active role in business development and the continued growth of the department.
Qualifications
The firm is seeking somebody who is personable, organised and client‑focused with strong communication skills and a proactive approach to their work. Previous experience handling family law matters is essential, and knowledge of legal aid work would be advantageous although not essential.
Benefits
Our client is known for investing heavily in staff wellbeing, retention and long‑term development. The firm offers excellent prospects for career progression together with a competitive and negotiable salary package. Their supportive and flexible culture is reflected in the fact that 39% of employees work part‑time hours and 61% work full‑time, demonstrating a genuine commitment to accommodating different working preferences and responsibilities.
The firm also has strong staff retention levels, with 13% of employees having over five years’ service and 23% having remained with the business for more than ten years, reflecting the positive and stable working environment they have created.
Additional benefits include:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday leave
- Fee Earner Bonus Scheme
- Pension scheme
- Ongoing training and personal development opportunities
- Flexible and supportive working culture
- Staff social events and firm‑wide gatherings
- Length of service awards and referral schemes
- Discounted legal services for staff, friends and family
- Free will writing service and free conveyancing fees after qualifying periods
- Community and charity involvement initiatives
The firm prides itself on fostering a friendly and supportive environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally whilst maintaining a healthy work/life balance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Lawyer looking to join a respected regional practice offering quality work, long‑term progression and a genuinely supportive team culture.
#J-18808-Ljbffr”, “datePosted”: “2026-05-14”, “hiringOrganization”: { “@type”: “Organization”, “name”: “Legal Southwest”, “sameAs”: “https://uk.whatjobs.com/pub_api__cpl__431722050__4861?utm_campaign=publisher&utm_medium=api&utm_source=4861&geoID=670” }, “jobLocation”: { “@type”: “Place”, “address”: { “@type”: “PostalAddress”, “addressLocality”: “Exeter” } } }An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Family Lawyer to join the busy and well‑established Family Department of our client, a respected Devon law firm based in Exeter.
Our client has built a strong reputation for providing approachable, client‑focused legal services together with maintaining a supportive and collaborative working culture internally. The firm places significant emphasis on exceptional client care and is keen to attract bright, enthusiastic and commercially minded lawyers who enjoy working as part of a team environment.
This is an excellent opportunity for somebody looking to develop or further their career within family law whilst benefiting from strong long‑term progression prospects, quality work and a positive working culture.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of private family law matters including:
- Divorce and separation
- Civil partnership matters
- Cohabitation disputes
- Financial remedy matters
- Private children matters
- General relationship breakdown advice
The role will involve managing day‑to‑day files independently whilst building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, contacts and referrers. Candidates will also be encouraged to play an active role in business development and the continued growth of the department.
Qualifications
The firm is seeking somebody who is personable, organised and client‑focused with strong communication skills and a proactive approach to their work. Previous experience handling family law matters is essential, and knowledge of legal aid work would be advantageous although not essential.
Benefits
Our client is known for investing heavily in staff wellbeing, retention and long‑term development. The firm offers excellent prospects for career progression together with a competitive and negotiable salary package. Their supportive and flexible culture is reflected in the fact that 39% of employees work part‑time hours and 61% work full‑time, demonstrating a genuine commitment to accommodating different working preferences and responsibilities.
The firm also has strong staff retention levels, with 13% of employees having over five years’ service and 23% having remained with the business for more than ten years, reflecting the positive and stable working environment they have created.
Additional benefits include:
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and birthday leave
- Fee Earner Bonus Scheme
- Pension scheme
- Ongoing training and personal development opportunities
- Flexible and supportive working culture
- Staff social events and firm‑wide gatherings
- Length of service awards and referral schemes
- Discounted legal services for staff, friends and family
- Free will writing service and free conveyancing fees after qualifying periods
- Community and charity involvement initiatives
The firm prides itself on fostering a friendly and supportive environment where employees are encouraged to grow professionally whilst maintaining a healthy work/life balance.
This is an excellent opportunity for a Family Lawyer looking to join a respected regional practice offering quality work, long‑term progression and a genuinely supportive team culture.
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