Family Solicitor

Family Solicitor / 3+ PQE / Chester / £30,000+ (DOE) / An exciting opportunity for an experienced Family Solicitor to manage a varied caseload, represent clients in court and contribute to a supportive and high performing family department across the region – To apply please call Teagan on 0161 850 0745 and quote Job Ref: 2832

JOB TITLE: Family Solicitor (Public Law)
PQE REQUIRED: 3+      
LOCATION: Chester                 
SALARY: £30,000+ DOE                      

THE ROLE:
The appointed Family Solicitor will manage a caseload of care and public law files, ensuring cases are progressed efficiently and accurately. You will undertake your own advocacy, representing clients in court and other legal proceedings and make independent decisions while managing your workload.
You will also support and guide the public law team, providing advice and assistance where needed. The role involves travel to courts and meetings across the region, so access to a car is essential. Strong organisation, attention to detail and the ability to prioritise competing tasks are key to success in this role.

THE CANDIDATE:
The ideal candidate will be a Family Solicitor with a minimum of 3 years’ PQE, ideally with children or family panel accreditation. The ideal candidate will be confident working independently, managing their own caseload and providing support to colleagues as needed.
Candidates should have experience in public law, strong organisational skills and excellent attention to detail. Good communication and IT skills are essential, along with a professional and friendly manner. Access to a car for work-related travel is required.

PACKAGE:
This role offers a competitive salary and a range of benefits, including:
• Pension scheme
• Attendance bonus
• Annual leave plus bank holidays
• Birthday leave
• Staff referral schemes
• Discounts on services
• Monthly prize draws and charity-linked dress-down days
• Annual social events

HOW TO APPLY:
Contact Teagan Portas at eNL on 0113 320 0575 / 0161 850 0745 or email teagan.portas@enllegal.co.uk with your CV, or simply call for a confidential discussion.

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