Family Lawyer – Bristol – 2-6 Years PQE

Overview

As a Family Lawyer, you will manage a varied caseload across Financial Remedy, Private Children Law, and Domestic Abuse matters within a supportive Family Law team. You will handle privately funded and legal aid work, with opportunities to collaborate with the Head of Department and benefit from a flexible hybrid setup. This role offers professional development and the chance to deliver high-quality client care in a respected Bristol firm.

Pay / Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Hybrid working options after probation
• Supportive and friendly working environment
• Strong focus on staff welfare and professional development
• Access to paralegal/support staff
• Flexible working arrangements where appropriate

Responsibilities

• Manage a varied caseload in family law, including Financial Remedy, Private Children Law, and Domestic Abuse matters
• Handle a mix of privately funded and legal aid work with training available
• Provide support to the Head of Department and contribute to a collaborative team culture
• Work with minimal supervision while maintaining high standards of client service
• Engage in hybrid working arrangements post-probation (up to 2 days/week) and utilize paralegal/support staff where available

Key requirements

• 2-6 years PQE in family/matrimonial law
• Strong experience across core family law areas
• Ability to manage a busy caseload independently
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and strong organisational ability
• Proactive, supportive, and professional approach
• Experience with legal aid is desirable but not essential

• excellent communication
• interpersonal skills
• attention to detail
• legal aid experience (desirable)
• case management
• client care

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