Publicly Funded Family Solicitor
Highly regarded, Leading Regional Firm
A highly regarded, multi branch practice is seeking a junior solicitor with experience in publicly funded family work to join its busy Enfield office. Known for its supportive culture and strong reputation in Legal Aid work, this is a fantastic opportunity to develop within a well structured and collaborative environment.
The Firm
This is a well established, multi office firm with a strong reputation for its Legal Aid family work. The team is known for being approachable, experienced, and genuinely supportive, making it an excellent place to build your career. It is, quite simply, a lovely place to work.
The firm offers a competitive benefits package including pension, parking, a wellbeing programme, and 31 days’ holiday to start including bank holidays and three days at Christmas. After three years’ service, private healthcare is provided, along with an additional day of annual leave for each year thereafter up to a maximum of five extra days.
The Role
You will manage your own caseload of publicly funded family matters, working under supervision while building confidence and technical expertise.
The work will include:
Care proceedings
Children Act matters
Domestic violence and injunction applications
Emergency protection matters
Applications under the Family Law Act
Liaison with CAFCASS, social services and expert witnesses
This role offers excellent exposure to meaningful and varied work, with consistent support from experienced practitioners.
About You
You will be a qualified solicitor with up to three years’ PQE and experience in publicly funded family law. You should be comfortable progressing matters from instruction through to conclusion with appropriate supervision.
Experience working within the Legal Aid framework is essential. Advocacy experience would be advantageous, though not essential.
You will also bring strong organisational skills, a compassionate and professional approach, and a genuine interest in this area of law.
