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Associate Family Solicitor / Senior Family Solicitor Bristol Up to £44,800 DOE Sellick Partnership are seeking Family Solicitors across various levels to join one of the largest legal services in the UK, with offices nationwide and offering great career progression. You would be working out of their Bristol office, handling a variety of cases with a predominant focus on divorce, matrimonial cases, and some private childcare. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a business with a clear development pathway and very obtainable chargeable hours. The Family Solicitor will be required to: • Take forward a mixed caseload of privately funded family matters, with a strong focus on matrimonial finance cases, divorce, and some private childcare, • You would be supporting other members of the business, • Advise and represent clients on all aspects of family law, • Negotiate settlements and liaise effectively with clients, counsel, and other professionals As the Family Solicitor, what we can offer you: • No need to actively market for work, due to streamlined business from their company brand, allowing you to spend more time on your cases, • Paralegal and administrative support, • 4 days working from home, 1 day in the office, • Amazing career progression within a reputable business (across all levels of seniority), • Opportunities to attend external development events Family Solicitor Benefits include: • Annual salary reviews, • 10% annual bonus, • 10% employer pension contributions, • Up to 30% discount across products and stores, • Health and life insurance, • Flexible working hours to cater for childcare commitments and part-time hours will be considered The client is happy to consider qualified solicitors, barristers, or CILEX qualified but must hold a litigation certificate. How to Apply: To apply for the Family solicitor role, please contact Alfie Paul at Sellick Partnership. Alternatively, apply via the website now and a consultant will be in touch! Sellick Partnership is proud to be an inclusive and accessible recruitment business and we support applications from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. Please note, our advertisements use years' experience, hourly rates, and salary levels purely as a guide and we assess applications based on the experience and skills evidenced on the CV. For information on how your personal details may be used by Sellick Partnership, please review our data processing notice on our website.

Due to continued growth within the Family Law team, we’re looking for solicitors to join a well‑established legal services provider across a variety of experience levels, from newly qualified through to Senior Solicitor. The organisation is known for doing things differently, with a strong focus on delivering an exceptional client experience. The Family Law department holds an impressive 4.8/5 Trustpilot rating, reflecting its commitment to high‑quality service. In this role, you’ll manage a varied caseload of new and existing family matters from start to finish, always maintaining a client‑centred approach to targets and outcomes. You’ll use your expertise to achieve the best results for your clients while collaborating effectively with your team. There’s no need to bring a following; all clients will be sourced for you. As a growing business, there’s a strong commitment to ongoing development and opportunities to contribute to shaping the future of the department. What you’ll do • Take ownership of a mixed caseload of family matters, using strong negotiation skills to achieve the best outcomes for your clients (administrative and secretarial support provided), • Use the case management system to ensure accurate and consistent record‑keeping, • Meet individual and team chargeable time and profit‑cost targets, • Draft and audit legal documents and correspondence, • For Senior Solicitor appointments, there will also be line management responsibilities for Associate Solicitors This role would suit people who have • Qualification as a Solicitor or CILEX lawyer, with experience handling privately funded family law matters, • A track record of working towards and achieving chargeable time/billing targets, • Strong IT skills, including experience with case management systems, • Excellent relationship‑building skills and a collaborative approach, • High attention to detail with strong organisational abilities, • Resilience and the ability to embrace change in a growing environment What’s on offer Here, you’ll have the opportunity to do meaningful work within a purpose‑driven organisation. Alongside a competitive salary, you’ll receive a comprehensive benefits package including: • Coaching, training, and ongoing professional development, • Pension scheme with up to 10% employer contributions, • Annual incentive scheme, • 28 days’ holiday plus bank holidays (increasing to 32 with service), • A range of employee discounts, • Free support for your mental, physical and financial wellbeing

Family Solicitor | NQ+ | Bristol Most NQ+ family solicitors spend years fee-earning before they get near serious business development. This role offers something entirely different. A top-tier specialist law firm is opening a brand-new Bristol office. They need an ambitious solicitor to join the launch partner, and from day one, you will network and business develop alongside them. The Opportunity • You will attend events, build relationships and help grow the Bristol practice, not in three years, but now, • You will work alongside a partner who wants you visible, not hidden, • You will run a varied private family caseload (divorce, financial remedies, children act, pre-nups, Schedule 1), • You will support senior fee earners while developing your own files What You Bring • Trained and practised in well-regarded family departments, • Strong communication skills, you are someone a partner is comfortable putting in front of clients and contacts, • Ambition to build a practice, not just bill hours Why This Firm • Genuine specialist: private family law only, top-tier ranked, • Supportive, people-focused culture, not volume-driven, • A brand-new office launch means early responsibility and real career runway Why This Makes Sense At NQ+ level, you usually wait years for BD exposure. Here, you get it immediately, because a new office cannot grow with just one partner. They need you alongside them, learning by doing, building relationships that will define your career. Apply now or contact Harrison for a confidential discussion.

Family Law Solicitor Bristol | Hybrid working Growing Regional Firm | Salary up to £70k Are you a Family Law Solicitor looking to join a busy, supportive, and genuinely people-focused firm? This is an excellent opportunity to become part of a well-regarded practice with a strong reputation, a steady flow of quality work, and real long-term career prospects. You’ll be stepping into a role with an established caseload and long-term security. The team is friendly, collaborative, and values flexibility - making this an ideal move for someone looking to balance high-quality work with a positive working environment. What you’ll be doing: • Managing your own caseload of family law matters from instruction through to resolution, • Handling a range of cases including divorce, financial remedy, private children matters, and separation agreements, • Providing sensitive, clear, and practical advice tailored to clients’ individual circumstances, • Building strong relationships with clients and supporting them through often complex and emotional situations About you: • Proven experience managing a family law caseload independently, • Strong organisational skills with excellent attention to detail, • Confident communicator with a compassionate, client-focused approach, • Ability to handle sensitive matters with professionalism and empathy, • A proactive, team-oriented mindset with a positive attitude Why this role? • Join a firm with a strong reputation and consistent workflow, • Be part of a supportive, family-friendly culture that values flexibility, • Take ownership of your caseload while benefiting from guidance and collaboration, • Clear progression opportunities, with examples of internal advancement, • Stable workload with long-term growth plans Benefits: • Salary up to £70k, • 25 days annual leave + Bank holidays, • Hybrid working, • Company pension, • Health cash plan, • Death in service (4x salary), • Cycle to work scheme, • Sick pay, • Plus more Next Steps… For a confidential discussion or to find out more, please get in touch with Bradley Remnant at Oculus Legal Group on 011745 62134 or via email at .

Job type: Divorce and Finance Lawyer 8PQE+ Location: Bristol Type: Permanent Salary: Competitive / Negotiable Reed are looking for an experienced Solicitor or FCILEx (authorised litigator) (minimum 8 years PQE or equivalent) to join our well-established Family Department. The successful candidate will be experienced in divorce and financial matters including pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements. You will be personable, motivated and able to work as an individual and as part of a dedicated team. There are excellent career prospects for the right candidate. Hybrid Working This role would be based in our clients Bristol office, with a combination of home and office working. Duties/Responsibilities: • Running own caseload of divorce and finance cases, • Doing own advocacy where appropriate, • Assisting with the Company’s work creation projects, • Assisting with the Company’s on line documents, • Appropriate networking/marketing/business development, • Assisting with the training/development of junior Case Handlers, • Any additional duties as required Skills/Competencies required: Essential: • Strong organisational skills, • Excellent advocacy skills, • Excellent time utilisation, • Proven high billing targets, • Enthusiastic and positive approach to family law, • Innovative, • Sufficiently confident with family law to use your own initiative, • Proven team working abilities, • An ability to handle urgent work, • An ability to work to tight deadlines, • An ability to remain calm and work effectively in a high pressure environment, • An ability to bring in own work Desirable: • Some experience of international divorce and finance cases Experience Required Essential: • Experience of running own caseload within a family law environment, dealing with divorce and finance cases, • Advocacy experience, • Supervision experience Desirable: • Resolution Accredited specialist Education Qualified Solicitor, Legal Executive (authorised litigator) or equivalent. - Get in touch!

A leading law firm in Ashton-under-Lyne is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to step into a Head of Department role.

A leading law firm in Bristol is seeking an ambitious family law Solicitor to join their new team. This unique opportunity involves working on a diverse caseload in family law and participating in business development. The ideal candidate will have experience in private family law, strong communicat

A dynamic law firm in Bristol is seeking a Senior Family Solicitor with 6-10 years' PQE. This permanent, full-time role offers a competitive salary of £65,000 to £80,000 and the chance to lead and establish a new office. Responsibilities include managing family law matters, developing business ini

A leading legal services provider in Bristol is seeking a Senior Family Solicitor to lead family law matters, mentor junior staff, and enhance client relationships.Candidates must have 5+ years of PQE and strong expertise in family law, as well as the skills to manage files independently.The firm of

TipTopJob is seeking a Newly Qualified Solicitor for their family law team in the Liverpool City Region. This role involves advising on a variety of family matters including divorce and financial remedies, while managing your own caseload.

A reputable law firm in Derby is seeking an experienced Child Care Solicitor to manage a varied caseload including public law child care matters. Candidates should be qualified solicitors with solid experience in child care law and excellent advocacy skills.

A well established and award winning regional law firm is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer with a minimum of 5 years' post qualification experience to join its growing Family Law team in Wiltshire. Family Law - (Senior) Associate Solicitor or FCILEx - Wiltshire - 5+ Years PQE. You'll be responsi

A well-established law firm in Cornwall seeks an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive for its Family Law team. The role involves managing a diverse caseload of family law matters, ensuring high standards and strong client relationships. Candidates should demonstrate excellent communication skill

Rayden Solicitors in Bristol is seeking an ambitious family law Solicitor to join their new team. The role includes working on various family law cases and engaging in business development to promote both the firm and personal practice. Ideal candidates should have experience in private family law a

A well-established and highly regarded Cornish law firm is seeking an experienced Solicitor or Legal Executive to join its expanding Family Law team. The successful candidate will manage their own caseload, advising clients on a variety of matrimonial and family law matters, including:. Associated f

Family Solicitor (private) 2:3 PQE, Hertfordshire. A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a talented and motivated Family Solicitor to join a highly regarded Legal 500 firm with a strong presence in the region and a loyal client base. Demonstrate strong technical knowledge across family law matters.

A leading law firm in the United Kingdom is seeking a Family Law Solicitor to deliver expert services on family-related legal matters. This position requires strong management abilities, excellent client care skills, and experience with Family law, including child abduction and adoption matters.

Family Law Group Ltd is seeking a motivated individual to join their team in Cambridge. This role offers opportunities to work in a supportive environment focused on family law.

A Legal 500 firm in North London is seeking a Family Solicitor with over 3 years PQE in private family law.

The role offers a diverse caseload in child and family law, including matters of divorce, financial proceedings, and private children law. A leading legal recruitment firm in the UK is seeking an ambitious Child Panel Solicitor to join a collaborative team.

A highly regarded UK law firm is seeking a Family Solicitor (NQ-4 years PQE) to join its expanding and nationally recognised Family team in Bristol. Solicitor - Family Law - Bristol - NQ-4 Years PQE. NQ-4 years PQE in family law gained at a reputable regional, national, or City firm.

A leading family law firm in Greater London is seeking a newly qualified Family Law Solicitor. The ideal candidate will demonstrate a passion for family law, possess an excellent academic track record, and show initiative in developing their legal skills.

Kingsgate Recruitment is seeking a motivated family law solicitor with 1–4 years of PQE for an office-based role in South London. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of family law matters and support senior solicitors on complex cases.

Townsend Family Law Limited is seeking a qualified solicitor to join their growing family law team in Epping Forest, England. The successful candidate will work in a supportive environment, focusing on various family law cases including divorce and finances.

Family Solicitor, 2-4 Years PQE, West Midlands, £55,000+ (DOE) – This is a great opportunity for an ambitious Family Solicitor to join a friendly and supportive. Experience handling a broad range of family law matters. Applications are sought from Family Solicitors with between 2–4 years’ PQE

Alford & Bishop Legal Recruitment Consultants is seeking a Childcare Solicitor with 3+PQE to join a family department in Northwest London.

A legal firm based in the Greater London area is looking for a Qualified Solicitor specializing in Family Law. The ideal candidate will possess strong advocacy skills and a commitment to client care, along with a current practising certificate and experience in family law.

A respected legal firm in Essex is looking for a Family Solicitor to handle a diverse caseload of family law matters, including divorce and domestic violence claims. The ideal candidate will have up to 3 years PQE, experience in family legal aid work, and be able to manage their own caseload.

Key responsibilities include managing a mixed caseload of family law cases, contributing to business development, and supporting the private family law team. A leading legal firm in Oxfordshire is seeking a solicitor with family law experience to join their team.

A national law firm in Greater London is searching for a Supervising Solicitor for their Care Department. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to significant cases in family law and development within a supportive team. In this role, you will supervise and support a team of solicitors and

A law firm in the UK seeks an experienced Family Solicitor to manage a diverse family law caseload, including divorce and financial remedy proceedings. Ideal candidates will have 2+ years PQE and solid experience in family law, along with strong communication and IT skills.

Our family team includes solicitors who have achieved the Law Society's Children Law and Family Law Advanced accreditations providing advocacy in all court proceedings, ensuring our clients receive a consistent and professional service as well as a high degree of continuity. Recognised among The Tim

Law Absolute Recruitment Ltd is seeking a Junior Family Solicitor (NQ-2 years PQE) to join their expanding team in South London. Candidates should have solid experience in private family law and strong communication skills. This role offers early responsibility in a supportive environment, handling

Realm Recruit in Liverpool is looking for a Qualified Solicitor with 2–3+ PQE in private family law to manage an existing caseload.

A well-established law firm in Windsor is seeking a Family Law Solicitor with at least 2 years of PQE to join their growing team. The ideal candidate enjoys autonomy and being client-facing, handling a caseload of family law matters while having the opportunity for hybrid working.

A leading legal firm in Hertfordshire is looking for a motivated Family Solicitor with 2-3 years PQE to join their dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical knowledge in family law and excel in client relations. The role involves managing a variety of privately funded family ma

A leading law firm in Bath is seeking a talented Family Solicitor (NQ+) to join their esteemed team. The role involves working closely with an experienced partner on various family law matters, including divorce and financial settlements. Candidates should have either a family law training seat or p

Established in Essex for 24 years, Townsend Family Law is a niche practice specialising in all aspects of family law. We are looking for a qualified solicitor to join our growing family law team. Experience in all aspects of family law is required, with an emphasis on divorce, finances, children and

Eclectic Recruitment is seeking a Family Law Solicitor to join a prestigious law firm in Blackheath, Greater London. Applicants should be qualified solicitors with Family and Children Law experience and ideally 3-4 years' PQE. This role entails managing public and private children law matters, divor

A leading regional law firm is seeking a Family Law Associate or FCILEx with a minimum of 5 years PQE in Wiltshire. The role includes managing a diverse caseload of private family law matters, such as divorce proceedings and financial remedies. Candidates should demonstrate strong family law knowled

A respected law firm is seeking an enthusiastic Family Solicitor to join their growing team in the Wirral area. The role involves handling a diverse caseload, including private and public law matters related to family issues.

To undertake compliance with and be fully aware of all aspects of requirements imposed on a Solicitor by the Solicitors Act, Solicitors’ Accounts Rules and Trustee Accounts Rules and all other statutory and Law Society rules and regulations from time to time enforced for the conduct of the busines

Managing a caseload of private family law matters. If you are a Family Solicitor looking to join a respected Legal 500 firm in North London, apply today. Are you a Family Solicitor with 3+ years’ PQE looking to join a Legal 500 firm offering a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, pens

The firm focuses exclusively on privately funded family law matters and is looking for a motivated solicitor with 1–4 years’ PQE to support its expanding client base and growing caseload. The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of private family law matters while also supporting s