Family Solicitor - Public Law Care - Gloucestershire

Family Solicitor - Public Law Care - Gloucestershire
Location: Gloucestershire (Hybrid)
Type of Role: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: £50,000 to £75,000 (DOE)

A well established regional practice is seeking a dedicated Family Solicitor to join its expanding Family Law team in Gloucestershire, with a particular focus on public law care proceedings. This is a highly rewarding role offering exposure to complex children law matters and the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on vulnerable clients and families.

The Role

You’ll manage your own caseload of public law children matters, representing parents, children and other parties involved in care proceedings. Work will include:

• Care proceedings and Children Act matters
• Case management hearings, interim applications and contested final hearings
• Advising on child protection, local authority intervention and threshold issues
• Drafting clear, persuasive legal documentation (statements, position statements, bundles)
• Conducting advocacy in the Family Court
• Working closely with counsel, CAFCASS, local authorities and other professionals
• Ensuring compliance with Legal Aid Agency requirements and regulatory standards

This role offers strong exposure to complex work, excellent support and the opportunity to develop advocacy skills.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2 years' PQE in Family Law
• Strong experience in public law care work and Legal Aid matters
• Knowledge of private family work (divorce/finance) beneficial
• Experience supervising or willingness to supervise
• Excellent communication skills and ability to handle sensitive matters professionally
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
• Panel membership (Children or Family) advantageous

Working Model

• Hybrid working available
• Supportive, collaborative team culture
• Opportunity to progress within a growing department
• Office base in Cardiff or Swansea

Benefits

• Minimum 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Holiday buy and sell scheme
• Contributions towards gym membership
• Flexible working considerations
• Career development and progression opportunities
• Rewards and wellbeing scheme
• Inclusive, supportive working environment

We are an equal opportunities employer and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, culture or any other personal characteristic.

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