Private Law Solicitor – Family Department

My client is seeking an experienced and motivated Private Law Solicitor to join their busy and supportive Family Department office based in Bolton.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage your own caseload of private family law matters from instruction through to conclusion.
• Handle a varied caseload including divorce, financial remedy, private children matters and domestic abuse cases.
• Undertake a mix of Legal Aid and privately funded family work.
• Use the Client and Cost Management System (CCMS) and apply Legal Aid eligibility criteria appropriately.
• Undertake advocacy where appropriate.
• Maintain high standards of client care and legal practice.
• Work independently while contributing positively to a supportive team environment.

About You

• Experience in private family law.
• Experience managing a mixed caseload of Legal Aid and privately funded matters.
• A good working knowledge of CCMS and Legal Aid processes.
• Confidence under...