Job Description

Competitive salary

DUTTON GREGORY

HYBRID (BOURNEMOUTH, UK)

PQE 5

FULL TIME

LAWYER

SOLICITOR

PROFESSIONALS

FAMILY / MATRIMONIAL

Role: Solicitor (Family)

Location: Bournemouth

Experience: 5+ years PQE preferred

Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Dutton Gregory Solicitors is seeking a talented and driven

Family Solicitor

to take the lead in our

Bournemouth office

. This is an exciting opportunity for a confident and experienced lawyer to shape the future of our family law offering in the region, working independently as the sole family practitioner on site.



We're seeking a skilled and confident lawyer who combines strong technical expertise with a talent for business development - someone who enjoys building lasting relationships, attracting new clients, and actively enhancing the firm's presence in the local community.

Key Responsibilities

:


Handling a broad range of private family matters including divorce, financial remedies, and children issues. Undertaking your own advocacy, where appropriate. Proactively networking and developing new business opportunities. Building and maintaining relationships with clients and key local referrers. Growing the department's presence and reputation in Bournemouth. Optionally undertaking family mediation (desirable but not essential).

What We're Looking For:

Ideally 5+ years PQE in family law. A confident and self-motivated practitioner able to work independently. Someone with an existing client/referrer following or demonstrable ability to develop one. A commercially-minded solicitor with the drive to develop and grow a caseload. Excellent communication and advocacy skills.

Why Join Us?

Dutton Gregory is a progressive, client-focused firm with a strong presence across the South. You'll be joining a supportive, collaborative environment that encourages ambition and autonomy. This is a unique chance to make your mark, lead the family offering in Bournemouth, and help shape the next chapter of our success story.



Sound like you? If you're ready to take the next step in your career and lead from the front, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply Today

To apply, please send your CV and covering letter to recruitment@duttongregory.co.uk, or click the "apply now" button below.



The advertised PQE levels are expressed as a guideline only and does not preclude those with more or less PQE from applying. We are happy to hear from anyone who can demonstrate the necessary skills and knowledge in order to fulfil the role.




Staff Type


Legal Staff

We are a growing law firm with a bold vision. Built on our core values - Committed, United, Progressive - we provide high-quality legal services while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous development.



Our team is made up of talented professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding results for our clients. We support their growth with structured career pathways, tailored development programmes, and leadership development opportunities.



If you're looking for a firm that invests in its people and embraces change, we'd love to hear from you.



Even if you don't see a job listed, please do contact Charlotte Piper (c.piper@duttongregory.co.uk) for an initial confidential discussion.