Family Solicitor

Job Purpose:

• To undertake caseload of privately funded work under the supervision of the Head of Department
• To work in accordance with the Office Manual
• To act at all times in an appropriate way as an employee of a professional practice

Key Responsibilities:

• Attending clients in the office
• Maintenance of files and preparation of full attendance notes
• Time recording and preparation of bills
• Advocacy and attendance at Court as required
• Undertake work and networking necessary to build up, maintain and manage a case load of private matters
• Achievement of WIP, billing and cash targets
• Management of support staff, to include performance management
• Undertake any reasonable instructions made by Members, Heads of Department or Fee Earners within the limits of this employment description
• Attend Fee Earner and departmental meetings
• Undertake file reviews in relation to other Fee Earners as required
• All work to be carried out under supervision of Head of Department

Knowledge and Experience:

• Minimum 5 years PQE
• Good quality experience of running a private caseload

• A friendly and personable manner
• Ability to work on own initiative
• Ability to undertake work in accordance with requirements of the Office Manual
• Experience of requirements of Lexcel
• Driving licence and use of own vehicle essential
• Networking skills

• Thorough knowledge of family law and privately funded cases, particularly divorce finances and children matters
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Word and Outlook