Family Children Law Solicitor

Bindmans LLP is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Family Children Law Solicitor to join our Central London office. Reporting to the Head of the Family Department.

The successful candidate will have:

• Minimum of three years' post-qualification experience in childcare and public law children matters is highly desirable.
• Accreditation as a member of the Law Society's Children Panel (or currently working towards it) is strongly preferred.
• Strong advocacy and case management skills, with the ability to handle complex and sensitive matters effectively.
• Experience representing parents, carers, and children (where applicable) in care proceedings.
• A collaborative team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A proven ability to manage a varied caseload of public and private law children matters independently.
• Experience or a demonstrable interest in child abduction and modern family law work is desirable.
• Confident in case preparation and conducting advocacy where appropriate.
• A proactive approach to business development, ideally with established connections and referral sources in the local area
• Experience in cross-border child abduction matters and membership of the International Child Abduction and Contact Unit (ICACU) (desirable).
• Comprehensive knowledge of Legal Aid regulations and procedures (essential).
• Strong client care skills and a proactive, collaborative working style.
• Commitment to high professional standards and team development.