Solicitor

Family Solicitor | South Tyneside

A well-established and highly regarded North East law firm is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor (ideally 5+ PQE) to join its busy and growing Family department.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive, family-oriented practice with a relaxed culture, strong client relationships and no micromanagement. The team undertakes a broad range of work including divorce, financial remedy matters, private and public children cases, cohabitation disputes, protective injunctions, and Children Panel work, acting for both privately funded and legal aid clients.

Working closely with an experienced Partner and supported by a dedicated team, you'll have the opportunity to further develop your expertise, including support towards Children Panel accreditation if desired.

The role:

• Handling a varied caseload of family matters
• Working with both private and legal aid clients
• Opportunities to undertake advocacy and Children Panel work
• Supporting business development and mediation services

What's on offer:

• Competitive salary & annual salary reviews
• Regular discretionary profit-share bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday plus long-service increases & scheme to purchase up to 5 additional days
• Supportive and well-resourced team environment
• Genuine long-term career progression opportunities

This is a great role within an established team and would suit a solicitor seeking quality work, strong support and a positive working culture. Ad hoc home working is available, although the firm generally prefers an office-based approach. To be considered please apply or contact Kenza at Reed Legal Hub Edinburgh.