Family Solicitor
Take the reins on your own private family law caseload, advising on divorce, financial settlements, children matters, and pre/post-nups with genuine hybrid flexibility and an established client base. Ideal for an experienced family solicitor, or a junior with strong financial remedy experience ready to step up.
About the Role:
As a Family Solicitor based in Leicester, you will handle a private caseload covering a full spectrum of family law matters, including divorce, financial settlements, children matters, cohabitation disputes, and pre/post-nuptial agreements. You’ll have the opportunity to work on complex cases while providing tailored legal advice to clients, ensuring their best interests are always represented.
Our client offers hybrid working arrangements, allowing you to split your time between home and the office, giving you the flexibility to manage your workload effectively. You’ll be part of a collaborative team that fosters professional development, offering mentoring and ongoing training to ensure you thrive in your role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Managing a varied caseload of private family law matters
- Providing expert advice on divorce, financial remedies, children arrangements, and more
- Representing clients in mediation and court proceedings
- Drafting legal documentation, including pre-nuptial and cohabitation agreements
- Collaborating with colleagues to ensure a high standard of service
- Maintaining up-to-date knowledge of family law regulations and case law
Skills and Qualifications:
- Qualified Solicitor with circa 3 PQE (NQ plus with financial remedy experence will be considered)
- Strong understanding of family law, including divorce, financial settlements, and child-related issues
- Excellent negotiation and communication skills
- Ability to manage your own caseload with minimal supervision
- A client-focused approach with strong empathy and interpersonal skills
- Experience in managing both contentious and non-contentious family matters
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses
- Hybrid working model (part office, part home-based)
- A supportive, collaborative team environment
- Opportunities for career progression and professional development
- Private workload with an established client base
- Access to cutting-edge legal resources and technology
If you are passionate about family law and are seeking a role that offers flexibility, a private caseload, and a supportive environment, this is the perfect opportunity for you.
For more information about this Family Solicitor roles in Leicester, or similar role please get in touch with me Nisha Jassi on Nisha.jassi@robertwalters.com
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About the job
Contract Type: Permanent
Specialism: Legal
Focus: Family Law
Industry: Legal
Salary: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
Workplace Type: Hybrid
Experience Level: Associate
Location: Leicester
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: R8LFS5-3E56928E
Date posted: 15 July 2026
Consultant: Nisha Jassi
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