Family Law Associate
Role: Family Law Associate Location: Alfreton, Derbyshire Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 Contract: Full time, permanent An established and highly regarded regional law firm is looking to appoint a Family Law Associate to join its busy and supportive family team in Alfreton. This is an excellent opportunity for a family lawyer with around3 years' PQE who is looking to develop their career within a well-established practice, taking responsibility for a varied caseload while working alongside experienced colleagues. The role would suit someone who is confident managing their own matters and is looking for a firm where they can build strong client relationships and continue to develop their technical and commercial skills.The RoleYou will handle a varied caseload of privately funded family matters, advising clients throughout the lifecycle of their cases. Your work is likely to include:Divorce and separationFinancial remedy mattersPrivate children disputesCohabitation and separation agreementsPre- and post-nuptial agreementsDomestic abuse mattersApplications relating to childrenGeneral family and matrimonial disputesYou will be responsible for managing your own caseload, providing high-quality legal advice and keeping clients informed throughout their matter. There is also scope to develop your experience further within the wider family department and take on increasingly complex work as your career progresses.About YouWe're looking for a qualified family lawyer with approximately 3 years' PQE, although applications from candidates with slightly more or less experience will be considered where the overall experience is right. You should have:Strong experience in family lawExperience managing your own caseloadGood knowledge of private family mattersExcellent client care and communication skillsStrong drafting and advocacy abilitiesA proactive and commercially minded approachThe ability to work both independently and as part of a teamMost importantly, you'll be someone who takes pride in providing a high level of client service and wants to build a long-term career within a supportive legal practice.What's on Offer?Competitive salary based on experienceEstablished and reputable regional firmSupportive and experienced family teamVaried private family caseloadGenuine opportunities for career progressionGood work-life balanceContact Lauren Hopkinson at CRA on ~
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