Family Solicitor - Locum

FAMILY SOLICITOR – LOCUM, PART TIME, CIRCA 12 MONTH FTC, COMPETITIVE SALARY, 8 + YEARS’ PQE, BEDFORDSHIRE. Opportunity for a part-time locum Family Solicitor to provide approximately 12 months of maternity cover starting next year. JOB REF: 1010

•The locum will handle a caseload of private family law matters, including children’s cases, TOLATA disputes, and financial remedy proceedings. They will conduct client consultations, offering clear and practical legal guidance, and will advance cases independently with minimal oversight.

•Applications are open to qualified solicitors with 8+ years PQE in family law, confident in independently handling both children and financial remedy matters, and experienced or familiar with TOLATA cases.

•You will offer strong client care and communication skills, with the ability to adapt to a developing office environment and contribute to its growth, and available to commence cover from 2026.

•The firm offers support from a legal assistant, guidance from a senior solicitor and the family department manager, a professional and friendly working environment, and competitive locum rates.

•To apply contact Kaye Thumpston at eNL on 0207 183 8586 or email kaye.thumpston@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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