Job Description

About the Role

The successful candidate will report to the Head of Department and will join a highly professional and motivated team. The prime role of the Trainee Family Solicitor is to earn fees by advising on a wide variety of Family and Children law matters including both private and public, and to assist in building the Family Law portfolio. You are expected to use a high degree of self-management and initiative, whilst communicating effectively with partners, colleagues, and clients.

Person Specification & Requirements

Law degree (LLB) or equivalent. Completion of LPC/SQE, or currently working towards qualification Experience in advising on a variety of Family matters Strong time-management and ability to manage own caseload under supervision Advocacy experience is desirable but not essential Knowledge and experience of Legal Aid Genuine passion for Family law Commercially minded Personable and confident/articulate communicator Pro-active and 'can do' attitude Own referral source would be a distinct advantage

Key Responsibilities

Responsible for earning fees by actively working towards individual and departmental targets and objectives as set by HOD. Responsible for the effective management and advisory service of all aspects of allocated Family and Children Law cases, including but not limited to:
- Private and Public matters

- Domestic Abuse

- Non-molestation

CCMS applications, amendments and POAs. Arrange and attend meetings with clients ensuring a professional service and excellent client care standards. Negotiate with clients and other professionals to secure agreed objectives. Attend court hearings, prison visits, police stations and any other off-site visits as required. Provide advocacy. Draft legal documents and various court applications. Legal Aid work. Responsible for creating quotations for client work. Monitoring, actioning, and updating various electronic portals. Research and analyse documents and case law to ensure the accuracy of advice and procedure. Build key relationships with the firm's client base and wider external industry. Keep up to date with changes and developments in the law by reading journals and law reports. Be commercially minded and contribute towards the growth and development of the Firm by identifying opportunities to expand business. Provide advice and guidance to other employees throughout the Firm, including supervising and training trainee solicitors and paralegals/assistants. Adhering to process and procedures as directed by the HOD. Undertake specific training when required and have overall responsibility towards self-development. Be actively involved in ensuring compliance in Lexcel and other standards. Ensure the confidentiality of all the firm's and client's documentation and information by complying with GDPR. Be actively involved in business development activities and networking. Undertake any other duties as required by the Directors as necessary for other fee earners and employees. Responsible for ensuring all training records are completed and up to date as per training contract.

Benefits and Remuneration

Competitive salary (25,750) 25 Days Holiday plus public bank holidays (increasing up to 30 with length of service) Additional Birthday Holiday
Optional 1 day per week home working
Free Parking Staff social and team-building events Auto-enrolment workplace pension
Professional development and training opportunities, including webinars Paid study leave
Practicing Certificate renewed annually
Breakfast Clubs Free eye tests
Employee recognition scheme Friendly, supportive, team environment Interesting and meaningful work A wealth of experienced solicitors to help guide your career
Terms and Conditions apply*

Closing date:

Friday 27 February 2026

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 25,750.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Company events Company pension On-site parking Referral programme Sick pay
Work Location: In person