Family Solicitor
- Employer
- Britton and Time Solicitors
- Location
- Hove, East Sussex
- Salary
- £Competitive
- Closing date
- 28 Nov 2024
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- Practice area
- Family, Family mediation
- Contract type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- PQE
- 1 year, 2 years, 3 years
- Position
- Solicitor
- Sector
- Private practice
Job Details
Location: This opportunity can be based in either of our offices in the coastal charm of Hove, East Sussex, or the bustling heart of Mayfair in London.
About the job.
We’re excited to welcome a confident Family Solicitor to join our dedicated and passionate team. This is a fantastic opportunity for newly qualified solicitors who are eager to kick-start their careers or solicitors with 1-3 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) to elevate their careers within a supportive yet forward-thinking environment.
This role will involve a range of family law services to include divorce, child custody, child law, child maintenance, cohabitation, adoption, separation, financial settlements and jurisdictional disputes. This role operates within a dynamic, fast-paced environment, under the guidance of our Director. The responsibilities for this role encompass managing your own caseload, with support from the wider civil litigation team.
Our Family Solicitor will also take an active role in amplifying our firm’s business development efforts through blog contributions and networking engagements. They will help develop our relationships with other legal professionals, clients, and family law groups in Sussex to help promote our family law services through online and offline channels.
A bit about you.
You will take an assertive, strategic and results-driven approach and be committed to fiercely advocating for our clients to ensure their interests are defended. You will have extensive knowledge of the family procedure rules and have experience in divorce proceedings. You will have experience drafting prenuptial and postnuptial agreements as well as handling financial and child custody negotiations. You will demonstrate an understanding of how property law, and wills and estate planning intersect with family disputes, especially during divorce. You will have knowledge of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), mediation, and arbitration methods.
You will possess exceptional client-handling and negotiation skills, robust verbal and written communication abilities, and a commitment to establishing strong client relationships. You will demonstrate emotional intelligence and empathy during sensitive situations to build trust with clients whilst exhibiting confidence and discretion. You will have knowledge of safeguarding in domestic abuse-sensitive matters, child welfare and protective injunctions (such as non-molestation orders or occupation orders) ensuring that vulnerable individuals are protected throughout the legal process. You will exhibit meticulous attention to detail, along with exceptional time management and organisational skills to balance caseloads and adhere to strict court timelines.
Efficient file management is of utmost importance, including meeting deadlines, adhering to established precedents, and uploading letters and documents onto the case management system, therefore, proficiency in computer skills is a prerequisite for this role. Proficiency in using case management software, such as LEAP, is an advantage.
Being proactive in driving matters forward and keeping our clients, colleagues, and stakeholders well-informed of progress via email, telephone, letter, or in-person interactions are an integral aspect of this role. Your efficiency and articulate communication will ensure the highest service standards for our clients.
At Britton and Time Solicitors, we highly value individuals who are self-motivated, results-oriented, and ambitious. We welcome those who are excited to be part of our expansion journey. Our team are known for their fearlessness in tackling challenges, embracing innovation, and thriving on collaborative problem-solving. We are actively seeking individuals who are not just looking for a job but are motivated by the prospect of long-term growth within our company. We are particularly interested in candidates who bring a fusion of passion and purpose, and we’re intrigued by those with an entrepreneurial spirit.
This is your chance to join our driven and dynamic team, contributing to our mission of providing exceptional legal services. To apply, please send your CV and cover letter to careers@brittontime.com with the subject heading as the job title e.g. “Family Solicitor”.
Company
About us
Britton and Time Solicitors are a modern and rapidly expanding law firm based in the South East. Our award-winning team covers two vibrant locations: the coastal charm of Hove, East Sussex, and the bustling heart of Mayfair in London.
Our expertise extends across various domains of law, and we have firmly established our reputation in Civil Litigation, Commercial, Construction, Corporate, Criminal Defence, Employment, Family, Immigration, Private Client, and Property Litigation.
At Britton and Time Solicitors, we highly value self-motivated, results-oriented, and ambitious individuals. Our team is known for their fearlessness in tackling challenges, embracing innovation, and thriving on collaborative problem-solving.
Join our extraordinary team and be prepared for an exciting journey where your unique strengths are not only valued but vital to our growth. Start an exciting career with us, where every day is an opportunity to contribute, innovate, and thrive!
What we offer you
We understand that people perform at their best when they are taken care of, enjoy their work, and feel supported. Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll have access to:
- Competitive salary.
- Birthday day off.
- Comprehensive private medical insurance.
- Group life cover (death in service).
- Enhanced annual leave based on your length of service.
- Fantastic development opportunities as we expand.
- Extensive online learning and development resources.
- Invitations to exclusive networking and industry events.
- Quarterly team-building and social events.
- An annual allowance for personal and professional growth.
- Workplace Pension Scheme.
- Website
- http://www.brittontime.com/
- Telephone
- 01273726951
- Location
-
39 Church Road
Hove
East Sussex
BN3 2BE
United Kingdom
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