Family Associate

Company: JMC Legal Recruitment
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Location: Bristol
Job Description:

Overview

In this role you will handle a high-quality privately funded family caseload within a Top 100 firm, working across a national platform with London ties. You will manage matters, nurture client relationships, and provide commercial guidance in a collaborative, yet autonomous team. The position offers exposure to City-level work and cross-office collaboration, with strong support and opportunity to build a personal profile. This is a timely, sought-after opportunity in a well-regarded family practice with a national footprint.

Responsibilities

  • Manage privately funded family matters including financial remedy, children, and cohabitation disputes
  • Run matters end-to-end and maintain client relationships
  • Deliver commercial, practical advice and develop a personal presence within the team
  • Engage in business development and leverage cross-office links (London office)
  • Support and collaborate within a national platform while maintaining autonomy

Key requirements

  • around 3+ PQE
  • strong privately funded family experience
  • good technical ability
  • confidence to manage client relationships
  • commercially aware and capable of business development
  • willingness to operate within a national platform rather than a purely local practice
  • client relationship management
  • commercial awareness
  • team collaboration
  • privately funded family law
  • financial remedy (divorce)
  • children matters

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Posted: October 1st, 2026