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.
Key Responsibilities
Manage a varied caseload of family law matters, including:
+ Care proceedings
+ Child arrangement orders
+ Domestic violence injunctions
+ Divorce and separation
+ Financial remedies Undertake Legal Aid funded work in line with contractual obligations.
Meet the compliance and supervisory standards required under the Family Legal Aid contract.
Represent clients in court and attend advocacy when required.
Supervise and support junior fee earners and paralegals where necessary.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of family law, procedures, and Legal Aid guidelines.
Provide empathetic, clear, and professional legal advice to clients.
Requirements
Qualified Solicitor (or equivalent Fee Earner) with
1-5 years' post-qualification experience in family law
.
Supervisor status for Family Legal Aid work
is essential.
Experience in both
Private and Public Law family matters
, including Legal Aid funded cases.
Advocacy experience is desirable.
Excellent client care and communication skills.
Able to work independently and manage a busy caseload efficiently.
Benefits
Competitive salary based on experience
Supportive and experienced team environment
Career development and progression opportunities
Flexible working arrangements considered
* Pension scheme
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