Family Solicitor (1+ year PQE) - Eclectic Recruitment : Job Details

Family Solicitor Opportunity

We are partnering with a law family specialised law firm looking for a family Solicitor in Portsmouth area, providing legal advice to clients on all family matters including, divorce, matrimonial, financial matters and children custody.

Job Title: Family Solicitors

Salary: £40,000 - £55,000

Location: Portsmouth, Office based (Parking available)

Job type: Full - time, permanent contract

You will be working directly with the partners and proactively supporting the firm with business development and marketing strategy to maintain relationship with clients.

Key Responsibilities:

• Handling caseload on all aspects of private family law clients.
• Drafting documents for child arrangement orders, financial settlement agreements and separation agreements.
• Conducting client meetings as needed, including fixed-fee consultations.
• Coordinating with external experts and professionals (such as Counsel or Mediators) as required.
• Attending Court or other relevant proceedings when necessary.
• Drafting necessary legal documents, agreements, or orders.
• Liaising with professionals involved in dispute resolution processes.
• Managing client billing in advance of work being performed.
• Ensuring clients are informed of fee structures and potential future costs.
• Engaging in business development to attract new clients and maximize cross-selling opportunities.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 1 year PQE;
• Experience of working in a busy office

Skills and Knowledge

• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Effective use of IT skills
• Proven organisational and administration skills
• Ability to produce accurate work
• Knowledge of the legal system

If this sounds like the right role for you, please send us your application. If you are looking to move and would like a private confidential chat, please contact Wanrak at Eclectic Recruitment.