Family Solicitor

Our client is seeking an experienced Private Family Solicitor to join their growing team in Hounslow, Greater London.

This is an excellent opportunity for a senior-level family solicitor to join an established and respected practice handling exclusively privately funded family matters. The role offers high-quality work, strong progression prospects, and the opportunity to play an important role in the continued development of the department.

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload while delivering exceptional client care and contributing to the strategic growth of the team. Senior-level or management experience would be highly advantageous.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage a varied caseload of privately funded family law matters from instruction through to conclusion 
• Advise clients on divorce, financial remedy proceedings, private children matters, cohabitation disputes, domestic abuse matters, and related family law issues 
• Draft legal documents including applications, witness statements, consent orders, and settlement agreements 
• Prepare matters for hearings, mediations, and negotiations 
• Deliver high-quality, practical, and empathetic legal advice 
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and professional referrers 
• Communicate complex legal matters clearly and professionally 
• Support the continued growth and development of the family department 
• Assist with mentoring and supporting junior team members where appropriate 
• Contribute to strategic planning, team development, and operational improvements 
• Participate in networking and business development activities 
• Develop and maintain referral relationships and professional contacts 
• Help enhance the department’s reputation within the local market and beyond 

Requirements / Skills / Experience:

• Qualified Solicitor with a current practising certificate 
• Minimum 3 years PQE within private family law 
• Strong experience handling privately funded family matters independently 
• Excellent client care and communication skills 
• Strong organisational and time management abilities 
Package / Benefits:

• Competitive salary dependent on experience 
• 26 days annual leave plus bank holidays 
• Additional birthday leave after one year of service 
• Hybrid and flexible working arrangements 
• Opportunity for progression within a growing department 
• Supportive and collaborative working environment

Should you have any questions or wish to apply please do not hesitate to contact Clear Legal and Financial Recruitment.

Please Note:  Due to the number of applications we receive we may be unable to respond to every application directly.