Family Solicitor

Widely considered to be the South-Easts leading legal provider, this L500, top 100 firm operates extensively from their 6+ offices throughout the region.

They are now looking to expand their tier 1 Family department in Southampton in line with exceptional recent successes.

This represents a great opportunity for a Family Solicitor of 5+ PQE seeking a new opportunity in Southampton, Hampshire.

The firm:

This firm enjoys an exceptional reputation as the leading provider of legal services across the South East as they operate from their many tier 1 departments across their 6+ offices throughout Hampshire, Surrey, Sussex and London.

They are known to be commercially minded and are currently reaping the rewards of a recent merger between two well-known South East regional firms thus benefitting from a combination of both firm's legacies and strengths. As a result of their newfound financial firepower, they are able to draw clients from household name businesses as well as HNW/ UHNW individuals including Leading high street banks, international insurance companies and well-known airline companies. In addition to this, they are also known to work with surrounding premier league/championship professional football teams.

They are widely considered to be the place to be for solicitors wishing to immerse themselves in a high performing environment with this practice boasting 33 individually ranked lawyers across the chambers / L500 directories. They are known to regularly recruit and draw solicitors out of the city from London firms which is a testament to the reputation they have created, and the quality of work on offer.

What stands them apart is the open-door culture they have created where people can thrive and be the best version of themselves, they wish to be. There is a heavy emphasis on support and training from the top down which few firms of this size have successfully implemented, creating a nurturing culture to grow and develop a legal career. There is no sink or swim culture here.

The Role:

This is a great opportunity for a Family Solicitor 5+ years PQE to join a tier 1 ranked practice in Southampton.

You will be joining a tier 1 family practice of 14 fee earners operating across 4 offices. They service from a thriving base of generational HNW clients and asset portfolios, specialising across a range of family matters from divorces & financial settlements, children act matters, pre/postnuptial agreements and more.

In this role you will help develop and lead your own team whilst working alongside several highly recommended individuals, thus allowing you and your team to grow and develop under this reputation. In particular, the partner at their Southampton office is band 1 Chambers directory recognised with over 30 years of experience and will provide a top rate point of contact for guidance.

Requirements:

• You will be a Family Solicitor 5+ years PQE
• You will possess a passion for working in Family Law
• You will have an eye for detail, and be motivated to join a heavy-hitting practice.
• You will be commercially minded and driven to succeed

On Offer:

• The chance to work an exceptionally high level of work paired with supportive working cultures.
• Great progression opportunities.
• Competitive Salaries

This is a standout role for a Family Solicitor 5+ years PQE to join this market-leading Family Department based in Southampton, Hampshire.