Family Solicitor

Overview

Family Solicitor - Leeds (4+ Years PQE)
Location: Leeds (Hybrid - 1 day in office, additional days optional if wanted)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience
Hours: Full-time

We are seeking an experienced Family Solicitor with 4+ years PQE to join a busy and dynamic legal team in Leeds. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload across private family law, including divorce, children matters, financial remedies, pre- and post-nuptial agreements, and high-net-worth cases.

Responsibilities

• Handle a portfolio of family law cases from initial instruction to resolution.
• Advise clients on financial settlements, children arrangements, and cohabitation disputes.
• Draft consent orders, court applications, position statements, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients at hearings, including FDRs, final hearings, and urgent applications.
• Maintain excellent client communication and provide clear, supportive advice.
• Collaborate with colleagues on complex and high-value cases, including cross-border matters.
• Contribute to business development and maintain strong client relationships.

Skills & Experience

• Qualified solicitor with minimum 4 years PQE in family law.
• Proven experience in private family law, including financial remedy and children matters.
• Experience with high-net-worth and cross-border cases desirable.
• Strong client management, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Commercially aware, highly organised, and able to manage a busy caseload efficiently.
• Able to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled family solicitor seeking a flexible, hybrid role with a supportive and fast-paced environment. Please get in touch with Steph at simpson Judge if this opsition is of interest to you.