Average Family Lawyer salary in the UK

Family Lawyer (4+ years')An ambitious and growing firm are looking to appoint an English-qualified family lawyer into its team in Edinburgh. This is an opportunity to join a highly regarded practice handling quality financial and child law matters across England, Scotland and cross-border work.The role offers early responsibility within a supportive, collaborative environment, with flexibility around working arrangements. You will play a key role in developing an established English family law offering while building strong client relationships.The role:Manage a varied family law caseload (financial and child matters)Build and maintain client relationshipsSupport and mentor junior team membersContribute to training and team developmentAbout you:English-qualified solicitor with 4+ years' PQE in family lawStrong communication and client care skillsProactive, personable  and team-orientedA great opportunity to step into a visible role within a forward-thinking team.To find out more or to apply, please contact Melissa Tang at G2 Legal for a confidential chat, or submit your CV today.#INDCATN

Family Lawyer – Leicester basedAbout the RoleAn established and expanding Family Law Department is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer (Solicitor/FILEX) to join its Leicester based team.This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated family law professional to take on a varied and rewarding caseload of privately funded family law matters, contribute to departmental growth and play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services to clients.You will be responsible for managing your own files while supporting colleagues, assisting with business development and maintaining the highest standards of client care and compliance.Key ResponsibilitiesProviding high-quality, timely and professional legal advice and representation in family law mattersManaging a varied caseload efficiently while keeping clients regularly informed of progress and costsDrafting legal documents including divorce petitions, court applications, financial statements, narrative statements, court orders and briefs to counselAttending client meetings, taking instructions and advising on family law issuesRepresenting clients at court hearings where requiredAssisting other family fee earners on files as needed and providing cover during absencesSupporting and mentoring junior team members as requiredActively participating in marketing and business development activities, including writing articles and attending networking eventsManaging all financial aspects of files in line with agreed fee-earning targetsIdentifying and safeguarding vulnerable clientsEnsuring full compliance with professional, regulatory and insurance requirements, including complaints handling and CPD obligationsSkills and AttributesStrong technical knowledge of family lawExcellent client care and communication skillsAbility to manage time effectively and prioritise a busy workloadCommercial awareness with a focus on financial performanceConfident decision-making aligned with departmental objectivesA proactive approach to marketing, networking and relationship buildingCommitment to continuous improvement and best practiceHigh standards of professionalism, confidentiality and integrityBenefits PackageThe role offers a comprehensive benefits package including a competitive salary, 25 days' annual leave plus Bank Holidays, Christmas closure and loyalty holidays, flexible and hybrid working options and a range of salary sacrifice schemes such as buy and sell holiday, pension, electric car leasing and cycle to work.Additional benefits include a birthday day off, long service awards with extra annual leave, life assurance, enhanced family leave, company sick pay, an employee assistance programme with virtual GP access, a complimentary Will, an annual paid CSR volunteering day, employee discounts on legal services, an employee introduction bonus, funding for professional subscriptions and training, financial education support and enhanced eye care.Apply NowPlease get in touch with Andrew Cookson for further information regarding this family law opportunity enclosing your current up to date CV.#INDMADN

Family Law Fee Earner - Part Time required to support an established team. Progression available if required. You will have a realistic and very manageable case load dealing with all private work. Ideally the role will be 3 full days however there is flexibility and other combinations will be considered. The role is for a family lawyer/paralegal to provide specialist legal advice, assistance and representation to clients presenting with family law issues. You will be responsible for managing your own case-load of matters from the initial stage of interviewing clients up to conclusion of a client’s matter in the following areas: Divorce, dissolution of civil partnerships and separation.Financial settlementsArrangements for childrenPre-nuptial and cohabitation agreementsInjunctions For more information and a confidential chat please apply with your current CV.