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Family Law PartnerWilliam James Recruitment • Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
Family Law Partner

Family Law Partner

William James Recruitment • Liverpool, England, United Kingdom
8 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Family Law Solicitor / Partner – Liverpool – Up to £200,000 + Bonus + Benefits


A leading private equity-backed boutique is seeking an exceptional Family Law Solicitor / Partner in Liverpool to take a central role in establishing and growing its presence in the region. This is a high-profile appointment, offering a rare opportunity to step into a leadership position with the backing, autonomy, and investment to build a market-leading Family practice.


This Family Law Solicitor / Partner role in Liverpool will suit a commercially astute and well-connected lawyer with strong experience advising high-net-worth individuals on complex divorce, financial remedy, and wealth protection matters. You will inherit a quality platform while having the freedom to shape the team, drive client acquisition, and establish a strong foothold in the Liverpool market.


With significant growth ambitions and clear strategic backing, this Family Law Solicitor / Partner opportunity in Liverpool offers a genuine route to Head of Office responsibility, with full oversight of team performance, recruitment, and long-term business planning.


The Role:


  • Lead and manage a Family Law team in Liverpool
  • Build and develop a high-quality caseload and client base
  • Advise on divorce, financial remedy, and private children matters
  • Handle complex, privately funded work for HNW clients
  • Drive business development and establish a strong presence in the Liverpool market
  • Take ownership of office growth, including recruitment and team structure
  • Work closely with senior leadership on strategy, performance, and expansion
  • Mentor and develop junior lawyers and senior fee earners


The Candidate:


  • Senior Family Solicitor or Partner from a reputable firm
  • Strong technical expertise across private family law
  • Proven leadership experience or readiness to step into a Head of Office role
  • Well-connected in the Liverpool / wider North West market
  • Commercially astute with strong client relationship skills
  • Entrepreneurial mindset with a clear focus on growth and development


The Benefits and How to Apply:


  • Salary up to £200,000 + discretionary bonus
  • Equity / share options available
  • Flexible and hybrid working
  • 30 days holiday + bank holidays
  • Private healthcare (individual)
  • Pension + death in service
  • Full sick pay after 6 months
  • Free parking


Apply in strict confidence online or via telephone.


Contact: Robert Holland, Retained Consultant

Direct Dial: 0161 826 3140 | Mobile: 07951 097 638

Email: robert.holland@williamjamesrecruitment.com


More About William James Recruitment


William James Recruitment is a specialist legal recruitment consultancy, partnering with leading law firms across the UK and internationally, advising on senior and strategic appointments.

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