Family Solicitor - Public Law Care - Cardiff
Location: Cardiff (Hybrid)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 to £75,000 (DOE)
A well established regional practice is seeking a dedicated Family Solicitor to join its expanding Family Law team in Cardiff, with a particular focus on public law care proceedings. This is a highly rewarding role offering exposure to complex children law matters and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable clients and families.
The Role
You'll manage your own caseload of public law children matters, representing parents, children and other parties involved in care proceedings. Work will include:
- Care proceedings and Children Act matters
- Case management hearings, interim applications and contested final hearings
- Advising on child protection, local authority intervention and threshold issues
- Drafting clear, persuasive legal documentation (statements, position statements, bundles)
- Conducting advocacy in the Family Court
- Working closely with counsel, CAFCASS, local authorities and other professionals
- Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and regulatory standards
This role offers strong exposure to complex work, excellent support and the opportunity to develop advocacy skills.
Candidate Requirements
This role is suited to a Family Solicitor with:
- Minimum 2 years' PQE in Family Law
- Strong experience in public law care work and Legal Aid matters
- Knowledge of private family work (divorce/finance) beneficial
- Experience supervising or willingness to supervise
- Excellent communication skills and ability to handle sensitive matters professionally
- Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
- Panel membership (Children or Family) advantageous
Working Model
- Hybrid working available
- Supportive, collaborative team culture
- Opportunity to progress within a growing department
- Office base in Cardiff or Swansea
Benefits
- Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Holiday buy and sell scheme
- Contributions towards gym membership
- Flexible working considerations
- Career development and progression opportunities
- Rewards and wellbeing scheme
- Inclusive, supportive working environment
How to Apply
If this opportunity sounds of interest or you'd like a confidential conversation about your next career move, please contact:
Email: oliviareed@chadwicknott.co.uk
Phone: 0117 917 1515 / 07711 799761
At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.
*At Chadwick Nott, we are committed to developing a diverse and inclusive culture as well as supporting our large client network achieve the same. We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications of all qualified candidates regardless of their age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, disability, culture or anything other personal characteristic. We champion and celebrate diversity in the workplace. Where a level of experience is indicated, please note that this is only a guideline.*
