Job title: Family Solicitor
Job type: Permanent
Industry: Legal
Sub-Functional Expertise: 4 Years PQE Senior Associate / Solicitor
Salary type: Annual
Salary: GBP £55,000.00
Location: London, UK
Job published: 2026-05-13
Job ID: 61533
Contact name: David Hawthorne-Finch
Phone number: +443339962882
Contact email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com

Job Description

JOB TITLE: Family Solicitor
SALARY: £50,000 - £60,000 per annum
LOCATION: North London  / Central London

ABOUT OUR CLIENT

  • Full-service London law practice servicing clients nationally and internationally
  • Ranked in The Legal 500
  • One of only ten tiered law firms in London for outstanding client satisfaction in family law
  • Approach combines technical excellence with genuine empathy
  • Defined not just by what they do, but by how they do it

THE FAMILY LAW TEAM

  • Legal 500-ranked team
  • Team comprises experienced solicitors, barristers, and paralegals
  • Legal 500 UK 2026 describes the team as "truly exceptional"
  • Praised for combining deep knowledge of family and financial law with calm, firm guidance
Areas of work:
  • Financial disputes and remedies
  • Divorce and separation matters
  • Private Children Act matters
  • Child contact and residence issues
  • Domestic abuse cases
  • Cross-border family law issues

THE ROLE

  • Join a Legal 500-ranked team
  • Work alongside leading practitioners in a progressive, client-focused environment
  • Handle a varied caseload of family law matters
  • Collaborative team that values professionalism, compassion, and dedication
  • Cases frequently involve complex financial and cross-border elements
  • Regular office attendance expected to benefit from team knowledge and support

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Manage own caseload of family law matters from instruction to conclusion
  • Advise clients on divorce, financial remedies, and Children Act proceedings
  • Conduct negotiations and represent clients in court proceedings
  • Draft legal documents (court applications, statements, correspondence)
  • Build strong client relationships with empathy and professionalism
  • Work collaboratively with solicitors, barristers, and paralegals
  • Maintain up-to-date knowledge of family law developments and procedure

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

  • Qualified Solicitor with experience in family law
  • Strong technical knowledge of family and matrimonial law
  • Excellent client care skills with ability to provide empathetic support
  • Strong negotiation and advocacy skills
  • Ability to manage busy caseload efficiently and meet deadlines
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Commitment to delivering outstanding client service

WHAT THEY OFFER

  • Competitive salary of £50,000 - £60,000
  • Work within a Legal 500-ranked team
  • Access to leading practitioners including a sitting Family Court Judge
  • Professional development and career progression opportunities
  • Supportive, collaborative working environment
  • Firm recognised for exceptional client satisfaction
  • Involvement in high-quality, complex cases with cross-border elements

FIRM VALUES

  • Technical excellence combined with genuine human empathy
  • Professionalism and attention to detail
  • Client-focused approach – understanding legal and emotional complexities
  • Clarity and communication – keeping clients informed throughout
  • Progressive thinking and continuous improvement
 

TO APPLY

Contact David at at Hawthorne-Finch Talent Solutions
Email: d.hawthorne-finch@h-fts.com 
Phone: 0333 996 2882