Family Legal Adviser

This highly regarded, leading legal practice in the South East, employing over 220 staff across our nine offices.

They are seeking a Legal Adviser with several years experience for their well-respected Family team, in Lewes, East Sussex.

The Firm

They are a leading firm of Sussex solicitors, they provide a comprehensive and personal service to a broad spectrum of local, national and international clients.

With over 220 Partners and staff, they have a diverse wealth of knowledge to cater to all legal needs.

Relationships are paramount to the firm. They build relationships based on trust and integrity, and they understand that each case and situation is unique.

The Role and You...

• You will be a Family Fee Earner/Legal Executive with experience.
• You will have a relevant professional qualification and several years' experience in a range of private Family law areas including divorce, financial remedy, pre/post nuptial agreements, Children Act proceedings, TOLATA and cohabitation agreements.
• A qualification in collaborative law and/or mediation would be beneficial but is not essential.

This role is to be based in Lewes office, working closely with the busy Family team and the wider department. You will be managing instructions from existing clients and dealing with new clients from introduction to matter conclusion.

• Excellent business development and networking skills are essential in order to participate actively in seeking new business, building relationships with potential clients, contacts and referrers and developing the firm as a whole.
• A high standard of interpersonal and communication skills is vital, especially in the context of client care and we are looking for someone who has a positive and friendly manner in dealing with clients and colleagues. Please see the job description for further details.

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Family Legal Adviser to join a stand-out practice with fantastic opportunities for progression.

Apply now for immediate consideration or feel free to call me for a confidential discussion!