Lawyer – Private Family

Location
Ipswich
Salary
Competitive Salary
Posted
04 Dec 2018
Closes
01 Jan 2019
Ref
C03208041
Contact
Charlotte Waters
Job Title
Lawyer
PQE Level
10+, 2-4, 5-7, 8-10
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Possess solid private family experience? Legal 500 practice seeks lawyer on a permanent basis in Ipswich.

Joining a highly regarded team which includes ones of the practice’s partners, the successful lawyer will take on an existing caseload of solely private family matters with minimal supervision, ensuring excellent client care and service at all times.

Responsibilities

  • Divorce
  • Financial settlements
  • Separation
  • Advising on cohabitation issues and disputes
  • Drafting pre and post nuptial agreements
  • Private Children Act matters
  • Civil partnerships
  • Meeting firm set billing targets
  • Identifying opportunities for business development and marketing
  • Undertaking any additional duties as required

The Candidate

  • Applications will be considered from qualified solicitors or legal executives with a minimum of three years’ PQE
  • Technical proficiency in all aspects of private family matters will be essential
  • Demonstrates outstanding communication and client care skills
  • Child care experience is highly advantageous but not essential
  • Has a positive can-do approach and is highly organised and confident
  • Strives for high standards in their work
  • A team player with a desire for professional development

The Firm
Our client is a multi-office Legal 500 practice with strong roots and enviable reputation for delivering high-quality legal services to both businesses and individuals. Recognising that their staff are their greatest asset, they provide a supportive working environment and encourage their employees to continually strive to reach their full potential through training and rewarding work. Having gained Lexcel accreditation in recognition of their client care and performance and actively involved in their local communities, they have built successful working relationships with clients and an enviable client base.

Lawyer – Private Family

For further details of this Private Family Lawyer vacancy, please contact Charlotte quoting reference C03208041.