Job title: Family Solicitor
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: 5 Year PQE Senior Associate / Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £60,000.00
Location: Leeds, UK
Job published: 2025-05-07
Job ID: 37507
Contact name: Lee Hawthorne-Finch
Contact email: lee.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

Family Solicitor – 5+ PQE
Location: Leeds
Salary: £45,000 – £60,000+, depending on experience
Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

A well-recognised law firm in Leeds is expanding its Family Law team and is looking for an experienced Family Solicitor to join them.

You’ll take ownership of your own caseload, handle a mix of private and publicly funded matters, and play a key role in supporting the wider team.

 

Your Role

  • Manage a varied caseload from initial enquiry through to court resolution

  • Handle legal aid applications where appropriate

  • Draft applications, statements, and court pleadings

  • Advocate in court where required

  • Respond to new client enquiries

  • Support colleagues with complex or high-volume matters

 

What You’ll Need

  • 5+ years’ PQE in Family Law

  • Strong client care and communication skills

  • Confident advocacy experience

  • Ability to draft clear and concise legal documents

  • Strong IT and case management system skills

  • Organised, calm under pressure, and able to meet deadlines

  • A collaborative and proactive approach

 

What You’ll Get

  • Competitive salary: £45,000 – £60,000+ DOE

  • Join a respected and growing team with a strong presence in Leeds

  • Work in a professional, supportive environment with genuine progression routes

 

Apply today or contact us for a confidential chat on 0333 996 2882 or email info@h-fts.com 

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