Assistant Solicitor Cohabitation Disputes - BRISTOL

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Assistant Solicitor to join our cohabitation team in central Bristol.  The team has a growing reputation both regionally and nationally and works across all  areas of cohabitation disputes as well as cohabitation agreements.

The Role

You will undertake a varied caseload including litigating cases under the Trust of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 as well as financial claims under Schedule 1 of the Children Act 1989. You will also undertake non-contentious work to include drafting cohabitation agreements.  You will be expected to run your own caseload, depending on experience, and assist a partner on more complex disputes, whilst building good relationships with our clients and driving business development. You will be provided with direct supervision from a partner in the team. The firm will support you in developing your knowledge and skills.

The ideal candidate will be a solicitor with experience in litigation or family.  0-5 years PQE.

A competitive salary and other benefits are available to the right applicant. Hybrid working will be considered, depending on experience.  Please apply by sending your CV with details of your current salary to Jo Bridel, HR, at Jo.Bridel@wards.uk.com