Due to expansion of our well respected, dynamic and growing Family Law department we are seeking a Family Lawyer. Although the position is based at our Hastings office the successful candidate should be willing to travel to our other branch offices for client meetings if necessary.
All our files are maintained digitally, offering the added flexibility for many of our lawyers to work from home when needed, although being in the office together is still something we have found to be important, so we do ask you to spend at least three days per week at the office, although during probation period we would favour more time in the office. We have a strong compliance and also a no-blame culture so we are confident you will feel professionally safe but also well supported.
Although we pride ourselves on our legal excellence, it’s not all work. We’re family friendly and encourage a healthy work life balance.
Duties
- Supported by an Assistant you will deal with your own caseload of Family Law matters including relationship breakdowns, divorce, finances, children, domestic abuse, nuptial agreements
- You will be responsible for communicating with clients and third parties whilst maintaining accurate records of all actions taken.
- The role requires someone with experience in monitoring/supporting and delegating work with junior members of staff including paralegals, trainees and NQs
You will be
- A Solicitor or Legal Executive with a minimum of 3 years PQE.
- A great communicator with exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
- The selected candidate will be expected to work under their own initiative and manage their time and workload appropriately.
The Offer
- Salary depending on experience plus non-contractual bonus scheme related to your individual billing
- Support of an Assistant
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and an additional 2 days leave during the Christmas closure.
- Statutory pension scheme
- Life insurance
- Monday to Friday, 9:00am – 5:00pm with 1 hour for lunch.
Job type:
Full-time, Permanent
Please submit your resume with a covering email or ask more questions to hr@heringtons.com