An award-winning legal practice based in London is seeking an experienced Family Solicitor to join their specialist team working across abduction and modern family matters. This is a permanent position for a Mid Associate or Manager level Family Solicitor looking to develop their career within a high-profile and progressive environment.

The successful Family Solicitor will be joining a respected family law department known for handling complex, sensitive cases involving international child abduction, surrogacy, and assisted reproduction. The Family Solicitor will be involved in a wide range of private and public law matters and will have the opportunity to work with leading professionals in the field.

The Family Solicitor's role

As a Family Solicitor, you will manage your own caseload of intricate family law matters, particularly those involving cross-border child abduction and modern family structures. You will represent parents, carers, and guardians, often in urgent or high-conflict situations, and provide strategic legal advice throughout proceedings.

The Family Solicitor will work closely with colleagues at all levels, contribute to legal developments within the practice, and ensure the highest standards of client care. The firm encourages active involvement in law reform, and the Family Solicitor will have the chance to play a part in influencing future legal practice in these evolving areas.

The Family Solicitor

The ideal Family Solicitor will have at least 3 years' post-qualification experience with strong exposure to child abduction and/or modern family law, including surrogacy and parental orders. Experience with the Hague Convention, wardship, and international jurisdictional issues is essential.

Membership of specialist panels such as Resolution or the Law Society Children Panel would be advantageous. The Family Solicitor must demonstrate excellent communication, analytical skills, and the ability to manage complex, sensitive cases independently.

In Return?

Competitive salary of £55,000 - £70,000, based on experience

Permanent role within a leading London-based legal team

High-quality and high-profile casework

Excellent career development and progression support

Inclusive, forward-thinking working culture

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