Private Law Children & Domestic Abuse Lawyer

Private Law Children & Domestic Abuse Lawyer
Salary: Up to £40,000 (DOE)
Location: Bristol
Hours: Full time or 4 days per week considered
Contract: Permanent

Fantastic opportunity to join a well established national law firm with a strong presence across the UK. The firm is recognised in the legal directories for its high quality work and is known for its supportive culture, modern working practices and long standing relationships.

The Role

An opening has arisen for a Solicitor or FCILEX (with practising rights) to join a busy and respected Family Law team. You'll manage a varied caseload of private law children matters and domestic abuse cases, spanning both legal aid and privately funded work.

This is a hands on role where you'll take ownership of your files, attend hearings locally and further afield, and conduct your own advocacy.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing a caseload of private law children and domestic abuse matters
• Attending court with and without counsel; undertaking your own advocacy
• Meeting clients and providing clear, empathetic advice
• Handling both legal aid and privately funded cases
• Drafting statements, applications, briefs to counsel and other legal documents
• Liaising with clients, experts, counsel and other solicitors
• Supporting business development and contributing to departmental targets

Candidate Requirements

Essential:

• Experience in family legal aid work and CCMS
• Strong background in private law children and domestic abuse cases
• Previous experience within a family law department
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail
• Ability to prioritise, work independently and meet deadlines
• Confident using case management systems and IT tools
• Calm under pressure and a strong team player

Desirable:

• Resolution Accredited Specialist

Why Join?
This firm genuinely invests in its people. You can expect:

• Generous annual leave and wellbeing benefits
• Health cash plan, lifestyle perks and gym benefits
• Work-life balance initiatives
• Recognition schemes and employee referral bonuses
• Clear career development pathway

If you're passionate about family law and want to develop your advocacy and case handling skills in a supportive, nationally recognised firm, this is a fantastic next step.

For more information about this role please contact Hannah Somers at Chadwick Nott.

(t) 0117 917 1929
(m) 07435 943574
(e) hannahsomers@chadwicknott.co.uk

*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.*